Omega-3 Global Market Report 2025

Omega-3 refers to a type of fatty acids crucial for the human body. It is found in fatty fish, fish oils, flax seeds, chia seeds, linseed oil, and walnuts, offering various health benefits. These include lowering blood pressure, reducing triglycerides, slowing the formation of arterial plaque, decreasing the risk of abnormal cardiac rhythm, reducing the likelihood of heart attack and stroke, and lowering the risk of sudden cardiac death in individuals with heart conditions.

The primary types of omega-3 include ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid). Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) products are derived from short-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in plant products like flaxseed and soybean oils. These products are used for cardiovascular diseases such as hardening of the arteries, heart disease, and high blood pressure. They are extracted from various sources, including plants, vegetable oil, nuts and seeds, soy, and marine sources. Omega-3 supplements are distributed through diverse channels, including supermarkets, hypermarkets, pharmacies, drug stores, online retailers, and others. Applications of omega-3 products span supplements and functional foods, pharmaceuticals, infant formula, animal feed, pet food, and more.

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The omega-3 market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.35 billion in 2024 to $3.61 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased consumer awareness, aging population, regulatory support, increased demand for omega-3 in the pharmaceutical industry, growing demand for omega-3 in the nutraceuticals and supplements industry.

The omega-3 market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.26 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising prevalence of cardiovascular diseases, surge in demand for nutritional supplementation for pregnant women, increasing consumption of enhanced medicines to treat and prevent chronic diseases, growing demand for omega-3 inThe infant formula industry, increasing demand for omega-3 inThe fish feed industry. Major trends in the forecast period include plant-based omega-3 sources, combination products, increasing focus on research and development activities, growing demand for krill oil as a source of omega-3, omega-3 in beauty and personal care.

The rising global demand for immunity-boosting dietary supplements is expected to propel the Omega-3 market. Dietary supplements can help manage various health concerns and improve overall wellness. When used appropriately, certain dietary supplements can reduce the risk of specific diseases. People worldwide are increasing their spending on immunity-boosting dietary supplements to combat emerging viruses and maintain their health against potential health-related challenges. For example, in February 2022, a report from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, a department of the Government of Canada, indicated that the retail sales value of the health and wellness food and beverage sector in the United States rose to $191.9 billion in 2021. Furthermore, the health and wellness category is projected to reach $218.1 billion by 2025, representing a 13.8% increase from 2021. Consequently, the growing demand for immunity-boosting dietary supplements is anticipated to drive the demand for omega-3 products during the forecast period.

The increasing prevalence of chronic diseases is anticipated to drive the growth of the omega-3 market in the future. Chronic diseases are long-lasting medical conditions that persist for an extended duration, typically three months or longer. Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, are sought after as heart-healthy supplements due to their demonstrated ability to reduce triglycerides, lower blood pressure, and improve cardiovascular function, thereby addressing the growing incidence of heart-related chronic conditions. For example, in January 2023, a report from the National Library of Medicine, a US-based agency, projected that the number of individuals aged 50 and older with one or more chronic illnesses would increase by 99.5%, reaching 142.66 million by 2050, up from 71.522 million in 2020 in the United States. Thus, the rise in chronic diseases is expected to propel the growth of the omega-3 market.

Technological advancements are a prominent trend in the Omega-3 market, with manufacturers focusing on innovative approaches to enhance product quality. Advanced technologies are employed to remove environmental pollutants, minimize oxidation, and concentrate the omega-3 content in the final product, ensuring optimal delivery of health benefits. For example, Sweden-based omega-3 maker Smartfish has introduced manufacturing techniques that prevent oil oxidation and provide high-temperature resistance. Enzymotec utilizes Multi-Stage Oil (MSO) extraction technology to produce krill oil, K-REAL, which is clinically proven to be more efficient than fish oil in increasing omega-3 levels in human blood.

Major companies in the Omega-3 market are investing in the development of algae oil products to stay competitive and expand their dietary supplement offerings. AlgaVia, a product line by Corbion N.V., offers ingredients rich in omega-3 and omega-9 fatty acids produced through algal fermentation. This approach not only supports human health but also emphasizes environmental sustainability by reducing the impact on marine resources and the carbon footprint associated with production. In August 2023, Corbion N.V. introduced the AlgaVia product line, providing supplement manufacturers with access to high concentrations of omega-3s and omega-9s for brain function, immune support, vision, and heart health.

In April 2023, Cerea Partners acquired Polaris, a dietary supplement manufacturer specializing in omega-3 solutions, aiming to strengthen expertise in microalgae oils, expand global presence, and explore new applications in areas like infant nutrition and food. The acquisition underscores the commitment to innovation and growth in the Omega-3 market.

Major companies operating in the omega-3 market include Royal DSM Naamloze Vennootschap, BASF SE, Lonza Group AG, Epax Norway AS, Croda International PLC, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, Sanofi SA, Unilever PLC, Amway Corp., Nestle SA, Aker Biomarine Antarctic AS, Orkla Health, Omega Protein Corp., GC Reiber Oils, BioProcess Algae LLC, Koninklijke DSM N.V., Cargill Incorporated, FMC Corporation, Corbion, KD Pharma, Nordic Naturals, Pharmavite LLC, Carlson Laboratories, Garden of Life, NOW Foods, Solgar Inc., Source Naturals Inc., Barlean's Organic Oils, Jarrow Formulas, Bluestar Adisseo Company

North America was the largest region in the omega-3 market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the omega-3 market share report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the omega-3 market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The omega 3 market consists of sales of fish and seafood, nut, seeds, plant oils. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Omega-3 Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on omega-3 market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA); Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA); Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)
• 2) By Source: Plant Source; Vegetable Oil; Nuts and Seeds; Soy; Marine Source; Other Sources
• 3) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/Hypermarkets; Pharmacies and Drug Stores; Online Retailers; Other Distribution Channels
• 4) By Application: Supplements & Functional Foods; Pharmaceuticals; Infant Formula; Animal Feed & Pet Food; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA): Plant-Based ALA Sources; ALA Supplements
• 2) By Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA): Fish Oil-Based DHA; Algal Oil-Based DHA; DHA-Enriched Food Products
• 3) By Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA): Fish Oil-Based EPA; Algal Oil-Based EPA; EPA-Enriched Food Products
• Companies Mentioned: Royal DSM Naamloze Vennootschap; BASF SE; Lonza Group AG; Epax Norway AS; Croda International PLC
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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