Global Lactoferrin Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2030

The global lactoferrin market size was estimated at USD 297.3 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 487.1 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2025 to 2030.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$297.3
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$487.1
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
8.6%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global lactoferrin market highlights

  • The global lactoferrin market generated a revenue of USD 297.3 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 487.1 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2030) of 8.6% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, iron absorption accounted for a revenue of USD 94.8 million in 2024.
  • Intestinal Flora Protection is the most lucrative function segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, France is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 297.3 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 487.1 million
Growth rate8.6% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segmentIron absorption
Fastest growing segmentIntestinal Flora Protection
Historical data covered2018 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationIron Absorption, Antiinflammatory, Intestinal Flora Protection, Antibacterial, Immune Cell Stimulation, Antioxidant

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 23.3% of the global lactoferrin market in 2024.
  • By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, France is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 10.9 million by 2030.

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Lactoferrin Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Synlait Milk Ltd View profile 363 1028 Heslerton Road, RD13, Rakaia, STL, New Zealand, 7783 https://www.synlait.com
FrieslandCampina View profile 10001+ Amersfoort, Utrecht, The Netherlands, Europe https://www.frieslandcampina.com
Pharming Group View profile 382 Darwinweg 24, Leiden, ZH, Netherlands, 2333 CR https://www.pharming.com
MP Biomedicals View profile 501-1000 Santa Ana, California, United States, North America http://www.mpbio.com/index.php?cPath=8&country=223
Hilmar Cheese Company View profile 1001-5000 Hilmar, California, United States, North America https://www.hilmarcheese.com
Fonterra Co-operative Group View profile 10001+ Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand, Oceania http://fonterra.com
Ingredion Inc View profile 11600 5 Westbrook Corporate Center, Westchester, IL, United States, 60154 https://www.ingredion.com
Glanbia PLC View profile 5534 Ring Road, Glanbia House, Kilkenny, Ireland, R95 E866 https://www.glanbia.com

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Iron absorption was the largest segment with a revenue share of 31.89% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global lactoferrin market based on iron absorption, antiinflammatory, intestinal flora protection, antibacterial, immune cell stimulation, antioxidant covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Lactoferrin Function Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Iron Absorption
    • Antiinflammatory
    • Intestinal Flora Protection
    • Antibacterial
    • Immune Cell Stimulation
    • Antioxidant
  • Global Lactoferrin Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Food Products
    • Infant Formula
    • Sports & Functional Food
    • Pharmaceuticals
    • Personal Care Products
    • Others

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