U.S. Protein Ingredients Market Size & Outlook, 2023-2030

The protein ingredients market in the United States is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 20,398.9 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 4.9% is expected of the United States protein ingredients market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$14,549.9
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$20,398.9
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
4.9%
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U.S. protein ingredients market highlights

  • The U.S. protein ingredients market generated a revenue of USD 14,549.9 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 20,398.9 million by 2030.
  • The U.S. market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, animal/dairy protein was the largest revenue generating product in 2023.
  • Insect Protein is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Protein ingredients market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 14,549.9 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 20,398.9 million
Growth rate4.9% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentAnimal/dairy protein
Fastest growing segmentInsect Protein
Historical data2018 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationPlant Protein, Animal/Dairy Protein, Microbe-based Protein, Insect Protein
Key market players worldwideDuPont de Nemours Inc, Archer-Daniels Midland Co, Burcon NutraScience Corp, Tessenderlo Group NV, Kewpie Corp, The Scoular Company, CHS Inc Pref Share, Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC, Suedzucker AG, Bunge Global SA, Cargill, Ingredion Inc, Kerry Group PLC Class A, Givaudan SA, Tate & Lyle PLC, Puris, Koninklijke DSM NV, Glanbia PLC, NutriPea, Nagase & Co Ltd


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, U.S. accounted for 29.0% of the global protein ingredients market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In North America, U.S. protein ingredients market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Mexico is the fastest growing regional market in North America and is projected to reach USD 4,188.5 million by 2030.

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Animal/dairy protein was the largest segment with a revenue share of 69.31% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the U.S. protein ingredients market based on plant protein, animal/dairy protein, microbe-based protein, insect protein covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The U.S. protein ingredients market is driven by the emerging trend of protein diet among consumers. The consumption of protein shakes, protein bars, and protein-based dietary supplements such as collagen pills has been rising among the U.S. population.

This can be attributed to the health benefits of protein-rich foods & supplements such as weight management, strengthening muscle mass, and revitalizing skin. As per the 2021 survey of the International Food Information Council, nearly 62% of the survey respondents in the U.S. stated that they try to consume protein in their diets.

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