Food Grade Biofilms Market

Food Grade Biofilms Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)

The global food grade biofilms market is valued at US$ 163.5 million in 2023 and is projected to climb to a size of US$ 318.69 million by 2033-end. This Fact.MR research report predicts worldwide demand for food grade biofilms to rise at 6.9% CAGR over the next ten years.

Food grade biofilms are biofilms that have been deemed safe for human and animal consumption or can be safely used in association with various food products and food-based applications. These films are being used in a multitude of applications such as food packaging, nutraceutical delivery, etc.

Surging demand for eco-friendly and sustainable food packaging around the world and bans on plastics are estimated to create a highly attractive demand outlook for food grade biofilms across the forecast period. Growing investments in research and development applications in the food industry and rising awareness regarding benefits associated with edible biofilms are also slated to bolster market development in the future.

Biofilms have also shown that they can help keep food products fresher for a longer period and increasing demand for functional food packaging from consumers is also anticipated to favour food grade biofilm sales going forward. Implementation of stringent food safety mandates is also anticipated to favour demand for food grade biofilms on a global level over the next ten years.

• In August 2020, Cultiva, a United States-based precision agriculture company, announced the launch of an elastic biofilm that allows farmers to protect their crops from damage. Parka uses a food-grade biofilm technology developed by the company and labelled as SureSeal to protect crops from water and heat damage.

New food grade biofilm producers can enter the market by coming up with innovative products that can compete with what established players are offering. Food grade biofilm start-ups should also focus on launching new initiatives to educate people about the benefits of biofilms to improve their business potential beyond expectations.

Report Attributes	Details
Food Grade Biofilms Market Size (2023)	US$ 163.5 Million
Projected Market Value (2033F)	US$ 318.69 Million
Global Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)	6.9% CAGR
South Korea Market Value (2033)	US$ 10.51 Million
United States Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)	7.8% CAGR
Japan Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)	3.9% CAGR
United Kingdom Market Value (2023)	US$ 17.83 Million
Demand Outlook in Food Packaging Applications (2023 to 2033)	6.4% CAGR
China Market Historical Growth Rate (2018 to 2022)	4.1% CAGR
Key Companies Profiled	Tipa Apeel Sciences WikiCell Designs Biofilm Mantrose-Haeuser Co. Inc. Innovia Films Ecovative Design SELTIVA Nagase America Corporation Futamura Group

What Obstacles Do Food Grade Biofilm Manufacturers Need to Overcome in Their Pursuit of Success?

“Shelf-life Stability of Edible Films, Regulatory Compliance, and Compatibility Different Types of Food Products”

Food-grade biofilms have to comply with stringent regulatory and food safety mandates for approval. To meet these strict guidelines food grade biofilms manufacturers need to invest heavily in research and development, which results in increased costs of end products and also elongates the development to launch timelines affecting the overall profitability of the business.

Biofilm coatings need to maintain their consistency and quality during storage. Ensuring resistance to temperature changes and degradation of food grade biofilms adds up to the R&D costs and creates roadblocks for food grade biofilms vendors. Creating a stable biofilm capable of long-term shelf storage is still an issue that many companies are battling. Compatibility of food grade biofilms with different types of food products is another obstacle that companies are trying to get over to unlock the full potential of the global market.

Manufacturers should focus on making new biofilms that are compatible with all types of foods without compromising the quality of products to unlock new business opportunities. Food grade biofilm companies can intricately study aspects such as local supply, pricing trends, product standards, safety regulations, and new developments to craft new strategies that would allow them to overcome the aforementioned challenges and know more about the same from this brand-new food grade biofilms industry research survey by skilled analysts at Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider.

Country-wise Insights

What’s Driving Food Grade Biofilm Sales in European Countries?

“Surging Focus on Sustainability – Prime Market Growth Initiator”

European countries have been leading the sustainability and environment conservation charge for quite a while now and this is anticipated to be a key prospect for food grade biofilm shipments in the European region going forward. The use of food grade biofilms in food packaging is a sustainable packaging alternative that could be lauded by European consumers and law regulators owing to the benefits that it can have on overall environment conservation.

• Germany, France, and the United Kingdom are slated to be highly rewarding spaces in the European regional marketplace over the coming years.
• Shipments of food grade biofilms in the United Kingdom are predicted to rise at a healthy 6.4% CAGR from 2023 to 2033 and attain a revenue of US$ 33.14 million by the end of the forecast period.

Which Country in APAC Should Food Grade Biofilm Suppliers Target?

“China to Offer Highly Remunerative Business Scope”

China is home to more than 1 billion people and the country is known across the world for its manufacturing expertise. Supportive government initiatives to promote the food manufacturing industry growth and increasing investments in the development of sustainable food packaging alternatives are projected to make China is a highly bankable marketplace for food grade biofilm companies looking to make a mark in the Asia Pacific regional market.

• Food grade biofilm demand in China is extrapolated to rise at a moderate 5.5% CAGR across the forecast period to attain a valuation of US$ 41.74 million by the end of 2033.

Why is the United States an Investment-worthy Market?

“High Inclination of Food Manufacturing Companies towards Sustainability”

Consumers in the United States have become more eco-conscious than ever before and this has pushed companies to opt for strategies that are compliant with sustainability norms. Growing consumption of processed foods and packaged foods in the country is also a key aspect that could promulgate sales of food grade biofilms over the next ten years. Increasing demand for food products with longer shelf life and eco-friendly packaging will be creating new opportunities for food grade biofilm suppliers going forward.

• Shipments of food grade biofilms in the United States account for a revenue of US$ 60.34 million in 2023 and are projected to rise at 7.8% CAGR over the next ten years.

Category-wise Insights

Which Material is Used to Make Majority of Food Grade Biofilms?

“Proteins to be Extensively Used to Make Biofilms”

The food grade biofilms market is segmented based on material source and further classified as proteins, polysaccharides, lipids, and biodegradable polymers.

Use of proteins in creating food-grade biofilms is vital as they play a key role in offering adhesion, growth, and protection of these films. Casein, gelatin, wheat gluten, and soy protein are some of the most common types of protein used to make food-grade biofilms. The surging popularity of veganism and the rising adoption of plant-based diets around the world are anticipated to uplift sales of plant-based protein-made biofilms in the long run.

• Sales of food grade biofilms made from protein are projected to rise at an impressive 8.3% CAGR over the next ten years.

Where Will Most Food Grade Biofilm Demand Originate From?

“Food Packaging to Lead Global Revenue Generation”

Based on application, the food grade biofilms market is segmented into food packaging, edible coatings, flavor & aroma enhancement, nutraceutical delivery systems, and others.

Food packaging is the main application of food grade biofilms at present and is anticipated to maintain a similar stance throughout the forecast period. Surging demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging and evolving consumer preferences are projected to create new application scope for biofilms in the food packaging sector over the coming years.

• Shipments of food grade biofilms in food packaging applications are forecasted to increase at a CAGR of 6.4% through 2033.

Competitive Landscape

Top-tier food grade biofilm suppliers are making efforts to expand their business in new regions and markets to gain a competitive advantage over other market players and improve revenue generation capacity as well.

• In February 2021, BioCote, a biotechnology company based in the United Kingdom, announced that it had officially entered the United States market with its venture BioCote® US. The company also launched its official site dedicated to the United States to provide its customers in the country with better service and greater choices.

Food grade biofilm companies are also eyeing acquisitions, mergers, and partnerships to improve their market presence and hasten product R&D and launches.

• In July 2020, Ingredion Incorporated, a leading ingredient supplier, announced that it had completed the acquisition of PureCircle Limited, a renowned provider of plant-based sweeteners and producer of food grade biofilms from stevia leaves. Ingredion strengthened its sugar reduction portfolio through this acquisition.

Key Segments of Food Grade Biofilms Industry Research

• By Material Source :

  • Proteins
    • Animal-based
    • Plant-based
  • Polysaccharides
  • Lipids
  • Biodegradable Polymers
    • Polylactic Acid (PLA)
    • Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
    • Polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT)
    • Others

• By Application :

  • Food Packaging
  • Edible Coatings
  • Flavor & Aroma Enhancement
  • Nutraceutical Delivery Systems
  • Others

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • MEA