Fish Protein Isolate Market Outlook & Key Findings

  • The global fish protein isolate market slated to surpass US$ 565 Mn in 2020
  • Future Market Insights (FMI) forecasts the market to register growth above 7.3% (CAGR) between 2020 and 2030
  • Fish protein isolate are available at a lesser price point against meat protein, and also extended shelf life – thus a hit among functional food and supplement formulators
  • More than three fourth of fish protein isolate is produced from by-products discarded by fish processing industry using isoelectric solubilization/precipitation process
  • According to FMI, the upsurge in demand for dietary supplements among sports person, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts will catalyze the use of fish protein isolate in sports nutrition

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Fish Protein Isolate, a Wonderful Source of Protein for Low Cost Functional Food

Fish protein isolate (FPI) is a wonderful source of protein and has a great amino acid profile. While the industry may tout it as high end ingredient, carefully conducted market research by FMI confirms that fish protein isolate is definitely not high priced and is better accessible.

FPI derived from whole gutted tout using isoelectric solubilization is not only high in protein but considered suitable for human consumption. The surging interest in incorporating omega 3 fatty acids in food and simultaneous reduction in the sodium content will give tailwinds to the application of fish protein isolates.

Due to various health benefits of fish protein isolates, they are considered ideal for producing pocket-friendly nutraceutical and functional food for human consumption.

There is immense scope for developing novel omega-3 rich functional food and sports nutrition from inexpensive sources such as fish protein isolate (FPI). It is derived at a low cost from the byproducts of fish processing.

Search for Novel Base Protein Ingredient Accessible to All Could End with Fish Protein Isolate

Fish protein isolate is an excellent source of protein and can be easily blended with healthy food products such as cereal and energy bars in order to enhance nutrient content. In the coming years, an increasing number of food producing companies are likely to consider fish protein isolate as a key ingredient.

Surfacing evidences from researches conducted on the potential effects of lean fish consumption reveal that protein obtained from fish has several beneficial properties. Even the waste material, usually discarded by the fish industry, has high protein content.

Use of fish protein isolate unleashed a plethora of option to functional food formulators, as they can develop high-protein based food that is accessible to very large customer cluster.

FMI projects the use of fish protein isolate as a base ingredient to surge in the food industry, resultantly an incremental opportunity of US$ 582 Mn is likely to be created between 2020 and 2030.

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FPI’s Low Price Point and High Nutrient Profile Makes it an Ideal Candidate for Replacing Whey Protein

Fish protein isolate’s nutrient profile is very consistent with human digestion cycle, which makes it ideal for use in dietary supplements and sports nutrition.  

Due to its low price, FPI is preferred in underdeveloped countries looking for affordable sources of protein for human consumption. It contains several essential micronutrients considered necessary to curb the prevalence of malnutrition.

The same attribute fuels the demand for fish protein isolate in sports nutrition. The unique blend of micronutrients found in FPI, coupled with its lower price point, makes it an ideal candidate to replace costly whey protein in supplements.

With the demand from pharmaceutical, cosmetic and personal care industries rising, FMI foresees strong growth on cards for the market.

Increasing Demand from Diverse Industries Renders Food Protein Isolate Market Competitive

With leading companies focusing on better positioning their products in the market, search for ideal protein sources will gain pace. In response to this, the fish protein isolate sales in food and beverage, cosmetic and personal care, dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals industries is increasing.

The rising demand for pocket-friendly protein has rendered the market highly competitive. Key players are therefore focusing on strategic collaborations and acquisitions to gain competitive strength.

For instance, in April 2017, Pacific Seafood purchased another facility that is located in Newport, Pacific Bio Products (PBP). PBP processes Pacific Whiting and traditional fishmeal. This facility operates seasonally and has increased the company’s volume and production capability of fish protein isolate.

In September 2014, the company completed the acquisition of the entire stock of Bioriginal Food & Science Corp., a leading supplier of essential fatty acids and marine and plant-based specialty oils. The acquisition helped the company to expand its human nutrition segment.

Investments in R&D is growing as a result of increasing competition between players at both global and regional levels. The speed at which technological advancements are affecting the food sector has made it necessary for manufacturers to increase their scale of R&D efforts.

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Fish Protein Isolate Consumption Pattern: Strategically Introducing with Clean Label Certification will Induce Demand

Consumers are trying to counter-balance their hectic lifestyle with healthy food and better nutrition. They are increasingly preferring food products whose label confirms they are salt-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, and protein rich.

Fish protein isolate contains high amount of vitamins, proteins and other essential amino acids that is encouraging its application in the food and beverage and nutraceutical industries.

It is not only rich in essential nutrients but offers a price efficient base protein ingredient. Manufacturers are therefore launching unique fish protein isolate based products such as energy bars, cereal bars and energy drinks and others to keep pace with dynamic consumer preference.

Their inclination towards products with clean label certification will further augment the use of fish protein isolate across diverse industries.

High Transportation Cost and Bitter Taste of Fish Protein Isolate Could Dissuade Sales

While extracting fish protein isolate is not expensive, its transportation and storage remain costly affairs. Besides this, market players are reeling under decelerating consumer interest.

There is growing reluctance in purchasing seafood and spending on animal protein. With more consumers seeking a vegan lifestyle, competition posed by vegan protein brands may rise.

Isolates extracted from fish trimmings also have a bitter taste which is a big hurdle, dissuading human consumption. However, recent studies have found perfect solution to mitigate this concern.

Protease enzyme, which is available commercially can be added to salmon-based trimmings to create non-bitter tasting hydrolysate without affecting its nutritional value. 

Fish Protein Isolate: Region-wise Analysis

North America and Europe has early movers advantage and some of the most renowned companies in the fish protein isolate market are based out in these regional pockets.

According to FMI, North America and Europe will continue holding the lion’s share in the global market.

Market maturity, competition and sourcing challenges are compelling companies to shift their focus towards no-conventional markets such as Peru, Argentina, Chile, and Brazil.

Fish Protein Isolate Market

These countries have reported considerable shift in consumption patterns wherein people are moving away from carbonated foods such as grain, cereals and rice to protein-based foods such as chicken, pork and fish.

Several nations across the Middle East & Africa and Asia Pacific rely on the imports of fish, fish byproducts and their feed. The rising demand for meat products and the subsequently expanding animal feed industry, will create lucrative potential for FPI sales across these nations.

Among other factors, pricing is one of the key determinants of the market’s growth. The chart below depicts the variance in pricing of fish protein isolate in powder and liquid form between regions.

Despite the variance, it is interesting to note similarity in pricing of powder and liquid FPI between regions. For instance, in both North America and Europe the price of powder FPI is steeper than its liquid counterpart.

Leading suppliers in Fish Protein Isolate Market

Tier one companies are focusing on research and development to increase their product offerings. They are also aiming at acquisition and mergers to strengthen their supply chain and expand their geographical presence. Some of the key players in the fish protein isolate market are,

  • Omega Protein Corporation
  • Titan Biotech Limited
  • Peterlabs Holdings Barhad
  • A. Costantino & C. s.p.a
  • Sopropeche S.A.
  • Mukka Sea Food Industries Private Limited
  • Bio-Oregon Protein Inc.
  • FF Skagen AS
  • Diana Aqua
  • TripleNine Group A/S

*The list is not exhaustive, and only for representational purposes. Full competitive intelligence with SWOT analysis available in the report

Fish Protein Isolate Market: The Way Forward

Future Market Insights predicts the global fish protein isolate market to surpass US$ 1.1 Bn by 2030. Through proper funding at each point of production companies are seeking to spread awareness about health benefits of fish protein isolate.

Supporting their endeavors are positive clinical trial outcomes. Overall, the sales of fish protein isolate will continue to rise at a steady pace through the report’s forecast period.

Advances in membrane technology over the past few years entail that lower cost protein from fish is available to food companies. Fish protein isolate not only has the potential of replacing whey protein in some applications, but will offer a pocket-friendly base protein ingredient for dietary supplements.

Fish Protein Isolate Market by Category

By Product Type:

By Form:

  • Isolates
  • Concentrates
  • Hydrolysates

By Nature:

  • Organic
  • Conventional

By Application:

  • Nutritional Products
    • Sports Nutrition
    • Medical Nutrition
    • Infant Nutrition
  • Bakery
  • Snacks & Cereals
  • Dairy
  • Confectionary and Dessert
  • Beverages
  • Animal Feed
  • Others

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • East Asia
  • Europe
  • South Asia
  • Oceania
  • Middle East and Africa (MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

At what rate will the fish protein isolate market grow from 2022 to 2032?

The fish protein isolate market is expected to grow at a 7.3% CAGR from 2022 to 2032

What is the expected market value for the fish protein isolate market in 2022?

By 2022-end, fish protein isolate market sales are likely to reach US$ 565 Million

What is the expected market value for the fish protein isolate market in 2032?

By 2032-end, fish protein isolate market sales are likely to reach US$ 1142 Million

Which are some leading players in the fish protein isolate market?

Omega Protein Corporation, Titan Biotech Limited, and Peterlabs Holdings Barhad are some leading fish protein isolate, market providers.

Table of Content
1. Executive Summary
    1.1. Market Overview
    1.2. Market Analysis
    1.3. FMI Analysis and Recommendations
    1.4. Opportunity Matrix
2. Market Introduction
    2.1. Market Definition
    2.2. Market Taxonomy
3. Fish Protein Isolate Market Background
    3.1. Global Aquaculture Market Overview 
    3.2. Key Developments and Product Launches
    3.3. Overview of Claims and Certifications for Fish Protein Products
    3.4. Overview of Production and Processing Methods
    3.5. Macro-Economic Indicators
    3.6. Market Dynamics
        3.6.1. Market Drivers
            3.6.1.1. Economic Drivers
            3.6.1.2. Supply Side Drivers
            3.6.1.3. Demand Side Drivers
        3.6.2. Market Restraints
        3.6.3. Market Opportunities
        3.6.4. Market Trends
            3.6.4.1. Key Trends Impacting the Market
            3.6.4.2. Product Innovation/Development Trends
    3.7. Consumer Perception and End User Survey
    3.8. Policy and Regulatory Landscape
    3.9. Forecast Factors – Relevance and Impact
4. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Value Chain
    4.1. Flowchart of Key Market Participants
        4.1.1. Raw Material Suppliers
        4.1.2. Product Manufacturers
        4.1.3. Distributors/Suppliers/Wholesalers
        4.1.4. Private Label
        4.1.5. End Users
    4.2. Profitability Margin 
5. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Pricing Analysis
    5.1. Regional Average Pricing Analysis (US$)
        5.1.1. North America
        5.1.2. Latin America
        5.1.3.  Europe
        5.1.4. Asia Excluding Japan
        5.1.5. Oceania
        5.1.6. Middle East & Africa
        5.1.7. Japan
    5.2. Pricing Analysis, By Form
    5.3. Price Till 2030
    5.4. Factors affecting Pricing
6. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    6.1. Market Size (US$ Mn) and Forecast
        6.1.1. Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
        6.1.2. Absolute $ Opportunity
7. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030, by Form
    7.1. Introduction
    7.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) By Form, 2015–2019
    7.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Form, 2020–2030
        7.3.1. Powder
        7.3.2. Liquid
    7.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Form
8. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030, by End User Industry
    8.1. Introduction
    8.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) By End User Industry, 2015–2019
    8.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By End User Industry, 2020–2030
        8.3.1. Food and Beverages
        8.3.2. Cosmetic & Personal Care
        8.3.3. Sports Nutrition & Dietary Supplement
        8.3.4. Pharmaceuticals
        8.3.5. Others 
    8.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By End User Industry,
9. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030, by Region
    9.1. Introduction
    9.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) By Region, 2015–2019
    9.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Region, 2020–2030
        9.3.1. North America
        9.3.2. Latin America
        9.3.3. Europe
        9.3.4. Asia Excluding Japan
        9.3.5. Oceania
        9.3.6. Middle East & Africa
        9.3.7. Japan
    9.4. Attractiveness Analysis by Region
10. North America Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    10.1. Introduction
    10.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    10.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        10.3.1. By Country
            10.3.1.1. U.S.
            10.3.1.2. Canada
        10.3.2. By Form
        10.3.3. By End User Industry
    10.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis
        10.4.1. By Country
        10.4.2. By Form
        10.4.3. By End User Industry
    10.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    10.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
11. Latin America Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    11.1. Introduction
    11.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    11.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        11.3.1. By Country
            11.3.1.1. Mexico
            11.3.1.2. Brazil
            11.3.1.3. Peru
            11.3.1.4. Argentina
            11.3.1.5. Rest of Latin America
        11.3.2. By Form
        11.3.3. By End User Industry
    11.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis
        11.4.1. By Country
        11.4.2. By Form
        11.4.3. By End User Industry
    11.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    11.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
12. Europe Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    12.1. Introduction
    12.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    12.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        12.3.1. By Country
            12.3.1.1. EU-4
            12.3.1.2. UK
            12.3.1.3. BENELUX
            12.3.1.4. Nordic
            12.3.1.5. Russia
            12.3.1.6. Rest of Europe
        12.3.2. By Form
        12.3.3. By End User Industry
    12.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis
        12.4.1. By Country
        12.4.2. By Form
        12.4.3. By End User Industry
    12.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    12.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
13. Asia Excluding Japan Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    13.1. Introduction
    13.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    13.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        13.3.1. By Country
            13.3.1.1. China
            13.3.1.2. India
            13.3.1.3. ASEAN Countries
            13.3.1.4. South Korea
        13.3.2. By Form
        13.3.3. By End User Industry
    13.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis
        13.4.1. By Country
        13.4.2. By Form
        13.4.3. By End User Industry
    13.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    13.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
14. Oceania Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    14.1. Introduction
    14.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    14.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        14.3.1. By Country
            14.3.1.1. Australia
            14.3.1.2. New Zealand
        14.3.2. By Form
        14.3.3. By End User Industry
    14.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis
        14.4.1. By Country
        14.4.2. By Form
        14.4.3. By End User Industry
    14.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    14.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
15. Middle East & Africa Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    15.1. Introduction
    15.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    15.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        15.3.1. By Country
            15.3.1.1. GCC Countries
            15.3.1.2. Turkey
            15.3.1.3. South Africa
            15.3.1.4. Northern Africa
            15.3.1.5. Rest of MEA
        15.3.2. By Form
        15.3.3. By End User Industry
    15.4.  Market Attractiveness Analysis
        15.4.1. By Country
        15.4.2. By Form
        15.4.3. By End User Industry
    15.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    15.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
16. Japan Fish Protein Isolate Market Analysis 2015–2019 and Forecast 2020–2030
    16.1. Introduction
    16.2. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) By Market Segments, 2015–2019
    16.3. Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Segments, 2020–2030
        16.3.1. By Form
        16.3.2. By End User Industry
    16.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis
        16.4.1. By Form
        16.4.2. By End User Industry
    16.5. Drivers and Restraints: Impact Analysis
    16.6. Key Participants Market Presence Intensity Mapping
17. Competition Assessment 
    17.1. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Competition - a Dashboard View
    17.2. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Structure Analysis
    17.3. Global Fish Protein Isolate Market Country Share Analysis
    17.4. Key Participants Market Presence (Intensity Mapping) by Region
18. Competition Deep=Dive
    18.1. Omega Protein Corporation 
        18.1.1. Overview
        18.1.2. Product Portfolio
        18.1.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.1.4. Sales Footprint
        18.1.5. Channel Footprint
        18.1.6. Strategy Overview
            18.1.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.1.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.1.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.2. Titan Biotech Limited.
        18.2.1. Overview
        18.2.2. Product Portfolio
        18.2.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.2.4. Sales Footprint
        18.2.5. Channel Footprint
        18.2.6. Strategy Overview
            18.2.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.2.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.2.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.3. Peterlabs Holdings Barhad
        18.3.1. Overview
        18.3.2. Product Portfolio
        18.3.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.3.4. Sales Footprint
        18.3.5. Channel Footprint
        18.3.6. Strategy Overview
            18.3.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.3.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.3.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.4. A. Costantino & C. S.P.A
        18.4.1. Overview
        18.4.2. Product Portfolio
        18.4.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.4.4. Sales Footprint
        18.4.5. Channel Footprint
        18.4.6. Strategy Overview
            18.4.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.4.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.4.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.5. Sopropeche S.A.
        18.5.1. Overview
        18.5.2. Product Portfolio
        18.5.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.5.4. Sales Footprint
        18.5.5. Channel Footprint
        18.5.6. Strategy Overview
            18.5.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.5.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.5.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.6. Mukka Sea Food Industries Private Limited
        18.6.1. Overview
        18.6.2. Product Portfolio
        18.6.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.6.4. Sales Footprint
        18.6.5. Channel Footprint
        18.6.6. Strategy Overview
            18.6.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.6.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.6.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.7. Bio-Oregon Protein, Inc.
        18.7.1. Overview
        18.7.2. Product Portfolio
        18.7.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.7.4. Sales Footprint
        18.7.5. Channel Footprint
        18.7.6. Strategy Overview
            18.7.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.7.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.7.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.8. FF Skagen AS
        18.8.1. Overview
        18.8.2. Product Portfolio
        18.8.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.8.4. Sales Footprint
        18.8.5. Channel Footprint
        18.8.6. Strategy Overview
            18.8.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.8.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.8.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.9. Diana Aqua
        18.9.1. Overview
        18.9.2. Product Portfolio
        18.9.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.9.4. Sales Footprint
        18.9.5. Channel Footprint
        18.9.6. Strategy Overview
            18.9.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.9.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.9.6.3. Channel Strategy
    18.10. TripleNine Group A/S
        18.10.1. Overview
        18.10.2. Product Portfolio
        18.10.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
        18.10.4. Sales Footprint
        18.10.5. Channel Footprint
        18.10.6. Strategy Overview
            18.10.6.1. Marketing Strategy
            18.10.6.2. Product Strategy
            18.10.6.3. Channel Strategy
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