Omega-3 API Market, Global Outlook and Forecast 2023-2030

In Business Insights
September 10, 2025

The global Omega-3 API market continues to demonstrate robust expansion, projected to reach USD 1.5 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 7.3%, according to recent research. This growth stems from rising health consciousness and extensive clinical validation of omega-3’s cardiovascular and neurological benefits across all demographics. Omega-3 APIs – particularly EPA and DHA formulations – are becoming essential active ingredients in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and functional foods.

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Market Overview & Regional Analysis

North America commands 42% of the global omega-3 API market share, driven by advanced pharmaceutical applications and FDA approvals for triglyceride reduction therapies. The region’s well-established dietary supplement industry and aging population compound demand.

Europe follows closely, with stringent quality standards fostering innovation in high-purity EPA/DHA concentrates. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific emerges as the fastest-growing market, where rising disposable incomes and government nutrition initiatives are expanding consumer access to omega-3 products. Latin America shows promising growth in fish-oil derived APIs, though infrastructure limitations persist.

Key Market Drivers and Opportunities

The market thrives on multiple fronts: increasing FDA drug approvals for omega-3-based medications, growing maternal nutrition awareness, and rising demand for algal DHA in infant formula. Pharmaceutical applications now account for 35% of total demand, followed by dietary supplements at 28%.

Significant opportunities exist in developing vegetarian omega-3 sources and novel delivery systems like softgel capsules with enhanced bioavailability. The sports nutrition sector and personalized medicine approaches present untapped potential for specialized omega-3 formulations.

Challenges & Restraints

Supply chain volatility in fish oil sourcing, regulatory hurdles for novel ingredient approvals, and price sensitivity in emerging markets pose challenges. Sustainability concerns around marine sourcing have led to increased R&D in algae-based production methods, though scalability remains an obstacle.

Market Segmentation by Type

  • Microalgal Derived
  • Non-microalgal Derived

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Market Segmentation by Application

  • Dietary Supplements
  • Fortified Food and Beverage
  • Infant Formula
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Pet Foods
  • Others

Market Segmentation and Key Players

  • DSM
  • BASF
  • EPAX
  • Golden Omega
  • Solutex
  • Omega Protein
  • Croda
  • Sinomega
  • GC Rieber
  • Polaris
  • Orkla Health
  • Kinomega
  • Skuny
  • Hofseth BioCare
  • KD Pharma

Report Scope

This comprehensive report analyzes the global omega-3 API market from 2023 to 2030, delivering actionable insights across:

  • Market sizing and growth projections

  • Segmentation by source and application

  • Technology and formulation trends

  • Regulatory landscape analysis

The study includes detailed profiles of major market participants, covering:

  • Product portfolios and specifications

  • Production capacities and expansion plans

  • Financial performance and market shares

  • Strategic partnerships and M&A activity

Our research methodology combines:

  • Primary interviews with industry executives

  • Plant-level capacity analysis

  • Regulatory document review

  • Patent landscape evaluation

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