GLOBAL FOOD AND BEVERAGE HEAVY METAL TESTING MARKET (2023 - 2030)

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The Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market was estimated to be worth USD 2.98 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach a value of USD 5.77 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.6% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

Various food products used to be extremely pure in previous times. But with the advancement in the type of food available, the advancement has also been observed in the impurities that can be found in various food and beverages. Heavy metal testing refers to testing food and beverages for presence of heavy metals like lead, chromium, mercury, arsenic, and more. Some of these metals are very harmful to the body when injected and cause severe issues and lifelong problems. Some metals are extremely poisonous and fatal and if not monitored quickly they can result in death as well. Because of this, it is very critical to perform Heavy metal testing on different food and beverage products.

The current food and beverage heavy metal testing market currently deals with a select number of metals as aforementioned. The future of the market depends upon the inclusion of as many metal testers as possible so that no harmful product gets unnoticed or is ingested by anyone. Beyond that, the scope for prevention of heavy metals entering the food in the first place is also very critical. This can ensure that rigorous testing is slowed down as several strict prevention measures are taken to stop harmful objects from entering food or beverage products.

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Drivers:

The establishment of strict healthcare rules and regulations drives increased demand for Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing:

• With the rise in impurities in food products and the increase in diseases caused by the same, governments across the globe and several concerned authorities have established staunch regulations to monitor the food market and ensure that whatever people ingest is least harmful as much as possible. Several committees and organizations have been set up like the US-based organization FDA or food and drug administration that monitors the same and ensures healthy living standards.

The rise in food allergy and chronic reactions to it is driving the Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing market growth:

• Food allergies have grown and developed severely with time. This may be a direct cause of long-term exposure to various elements. Some allergic reactions are extremely severe and life-threatening. Some reactions can be treated with the help of devices like an EpiPen or other anti-allergen drugs. But to prevent these from progressing further preventative measures are necessary which is driving the food and beverage heavy metal testing market.

 Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Challenges:

The market is adversely affected by the expenses involved with the heavy metal testing procedures. The testing is done by intricate and complex equipment which is very expensive. This also includes the charges for installation and maintenance in the future. Each test can be expensive for the customer as well. The lack of awareness about heavy metal testing also plays a role in hindering market growth. Most people are not aware of the metal impurities present in their food and beverages which leads to them not encouraging the performing of tests.

 Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Opportunities:

Companies that are involved in the food and beverage heavy metal testing market can proceed towards finding a methodology to invest in more and more metals to prevent any form of impurity from being ingested. Overall cost reduction of the market can also be a lucrative opportunity in aiding its growth.

 COVID-19 Impact on Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market:

The pandemic which was the result of the spread of the coronavirus affected major markets very severely. Several communities, businesses, and entire industries suffered great losses because of the same. The food and beverage heavy metal testing market is no exception to the same. The supply chain issues resulted in the lack of raw materials to undergo the testing. New facilities were difficult to establish because of the economic crisis as well as maintenance of the pristine condition and machines became difficult. But the market is expected to regain its previous growth spree and flourish further.

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Recent Developments:

• In December 2021, a new product called Carry 3500 was launched by Agilent, a reputed US-based Company. This product in collaboration with OpenLab aided in heavy metal testing in different products.

• In October 2020, NEOGEN corporation launched new capabilities for Reveal 3D that would help in food extraction and also help in managing allergen tests in different food prod

• GLOBAL FOOD AND BEVERAGE HEAVY METAL TESTING  MARKET REPORT COVERAGE:

 Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Segmentation:

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Segmentation: By Metal Type

• Arsenic

• Cadmium

• Lead

•  Mercury

•  Chromium

• Other Metals

The market is based on testing the food and beverage products for different types of metals which may include mercury, chromium, lead, and more. These metals can be transferred into the food products from the machinery they are processed in or the metal objects they are stored in or transported through. Arsenic is a major market share holder for the same. It is found in a lot of electronic items like semiconductors and other objects like alloys and more.

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Segmentation: By Technology

• Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

• Optical emission spectrometry (OES)

• Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS)

• Others

Metal testing can be carried out with the aid of several different technologies that include ICP-MS, OES, AAS, and more. All procedures and technologies are used for different products and different metals. AAS is mainly used to test for lead, copper, and zinc. Because of this, it is one of the major market shareholders for the food and beverage heavy metal testing market by technology.

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Segmentation: By Sample

• Food

  • Meat

  •  Dairy products

  •  Processed food

  • Others

• Water

• Blood

• Other Samples

The food sector holds the largest market share. It is further subcategorized into meat, dairy products, processed foods, fruits and vegetables, nuts, and more. Different food products can collect metal particles from anywhere so it is important to be cautious regarding all food groups that are ingested. This segment is expected to continue its growth in the future as well.

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Segmentation: By End-User Industry

• Food

•  Beverage

• Dietary Supplement

• Animal Feed

• Fat and Oil

• Other End-Use Industry

Several different industries the heavy metal testing technologies to test food or beverages. Beyond the basic food and beverages dietary supplements like multivitamins and protein powders, animal feed for farm animals, and different fats and oils, all use the metal testing market. The major share is still held by the food segment and that trend is expected to remain consistent during the forecast period of 2023-2030.

Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Segmentation: By Region

• North America

• Europe

• Asia Pacific

• Middle East and Africa

• South America

The market in the region of North America is estimated to hold the largest market share. The countries like USA, Canada, and Mexico are major consumers of meat and other products globally which leads to increased demand for heavy metal testing. The rise in awareness regarding different technologies and the meat testing market also aids the growth of the market. Beyond that, the strict testing regulations imposed by higher authorities also help to drive the growth of the food and beverage heavy metal testing market in North America.

 Global Food and Beverage Heavy Metal Testing Market Key Players:

1. SGS SA

2. Eurofins Scientific SE

3.  Intertek Group plc

4. Bureau Veritas

5.  ALS Limited

6. Mérieux NutriSciences

7. Neogen Corporation

8.  AsureQuality Limited

9. AES Laboratories Private Limited

10. Envirologix Inc.