The astaxanthin market was valued at USD 298.60 million in 2025, is projected to reach USD 794.17 million by 2036 and is forecast to register a 9.3% CAGR between 2026 and 2036, creating an incremental opportunity of USD 467.80 million. In 2026, haematococcus pluvialis holds 70.0% within the species segment.