Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Report (2025–2036)
Market Overview
The global food allergen PCR kits market was valued at USD xxxx million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD xxxx million by 2036, growing at a CAGR of xx%. Food allergen PCR kits are advanced diagnostic tools used to detect allergen DNA in food products, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and protecting consumers from allergic reactions. Rising prevalence of food allergies, stricter regulatory frameworks, and growing demand for processed and packaged foods are driving market growth.
Impact of COVID-19
The pandemic disrupted food supply chains and laboratory operations in 2020, initially slowing allergen testing activities. However, COVID-19 heightened consumer awareness of food safety and boosted demand for packaged foods, indirectly increasing the need for allergen PCR kits. Post-pandemic recovery has been marked by investments in rapid molecular testing technologies and digital food safety monitoring platforms.
Market Segmentation
By Type
- Bakery & Confectionery Kits – detection of gluten, nuts, and milk allergens.
- Infant Food Kits – ensuring safety from milk, soy, and egg allergens.
- Processed Food Kits – allergen monitoring in packaged and ready-to-eat products.
- Others – customized PCR kits for niche food categories.
By Application
- Bakery & Confectionery
- Infant Food
- Processed Food
- Dairy Products & Alternatives
- Seafood & Meat Products
- Others – beverages, snacks, and specialty foods.
Regional Analysis
- North America: Largest market; driven by strict FDA regulations, high prevalence of food allergies, and advanced testing infrastructure.
- Europe: Significant growth; strong regulatory frameworks (EFSA), consumer awareness, and adoption of rapid PCR kits.
- Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region; rising food safety concerns in China, India, and Japan, coupled with expanding processed food industries.
- South America: Brazil and Argentina showing growth in food exports and compliance with international safety standards.
- Middle East & Africa: Emerging demand; increasing investments in food safety infrastructure and regulatory enforcement.
Key Players
- Neogen Corporation
- Crystal Chem
- SGS S.A.
- Intertek Group plc
- TUV SUD Psb Pte. Ltd
- ALS Limited
- Eurofins Scientific SE
- Merieux Nutrisciences Corporation
- AsureQuality Ltd
- Microbac Laboratories Inc
- Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH
- Symbio Laboratories
- Sciex
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
Additional Players:
- Agilent Technologies (U.S.)
- Bio-Rad Laboratories (U.S.)
- 3M Food Safety (U.S.)
- Qiagen (Germany)
- PerkinElmer (U.S.)
- Fera Science Ltd (U.K.)
- Hygiena (U.S.)
- Charm Sciences Inc. (U.S.)
Porter’s Five Forces
- Threat of New Entrants – Moderate; requires advanced technology and regulatory compliance.
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Moderate; reagents and consumables influence costs.
- Bargaining Power of Buyers – High; food manufacturers demand cost-effective, rapid, and accurate kits.
- Threat of Substitutes – Low; allergen testing is mandatory for compliance.
- Industry Rivalry – High; global players compete on innovation, pricing, and distribution.
SWOT Analysis
Strengths:
- High accuracy and sensitivity of PCR-based allergen detection
- Essential role in food safety and compliance
- Wide applications across multiple food categories
Weaknesses:
- High costs of advanced PCR kits
- Dependence on regulatory enforcement
- Limited adoption in low-income regions
Opportunities:
- Growth in rapid and portable PCR allergen testing kits
- Expansion in Asia-Pacific and Middle East markets
- Rising demand for clean-label and allergen-free foods
Threats:
- Regulatory hurdles for new testing technologies
- Competition from alternative detection methods (ELISA, biosensors)
- Supply chain vulnerabilities
Trend Analysis
- Rapid PCR Kits: Increasing adoption of portable, point-of-care allergen detection.
- Digital Integration: AI-driven platforms for food safety monitoring.
- Multiplex PCR Assays: Growth in kits detecting multiple allergens simultaneously.
- Consumer Transparency: Rising demand for allergen-free labeling.
- Global Collaborations: Partnerships between food manufacturers and testing companies.
Drivers & Challenges
Drivers:
- Rising prevalence of food allergies worldwide
- Increasing demand for processed and packaged foods
- Stricter food safety regulations globally
- Technological advancements in PCR-based allergen detection
Challenges:
- High costs limiting adoption among small enterprises
- Regulatory complexity across regions
- Limited awareness in developing countries
- Need for skilled personnel in molecular testing
Value Chain Analysis
- Raw Materials: Reagents, consumables, and assay components.
- Manufacturing: Production of PCR kits and molecular diagnostic tools.
- Distribution: Food manufacturers, testing labs, and regulatory agencies.
- End Users: Food processors, retailers, and consumers.
- After-Sales Services: Technical support, training, and compliance assistance.
Quick Recommendations for Stakeholders
- Manufacturers: Invest in multiplex and portable PCR allergen testing technologies.
- Food Producers: Adopt PCR kits to ensure compliance and consumer trust.
- Policy Makers: Strengthen food safety regulations and promote awareness campaigns.
- Investors: Focus on Asia-Pacific and Europe for high-growth opportunities.
- Research Institutions: Collaborate with industry leaders to accelerate innovation in allergen detection.
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1. Market Overview of Food Allergen PCR Kits
1.1 Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Overview
1.1.1 Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Scope
1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
1.2 Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Regions: 2015 VS 2021 VS 2026
1.3 Food Allergen PCR Kits Historic Market Size by Regions
1.4 Food Allergen PCR Kits Forecasted Market Size by Regions
1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
1.5.1 North America
1.5.2 East Asia
1.5.3 Europe
1.5.4 South Asia
1.5.5 Southeast Asia
1.5.6 Middle East
1.5.7 Africa
1.5.8 Oceania
1.5.9 South America
1.5.10 Rest of the World
1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, 2019, 2020 and 2021 Projections
1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Food Allergen PCR Kits Sales Market by Type
2.1 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Historic Market Size by Type
2.2 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Forecasted Market Size by Type
2.3 Bakery & Confectionery
2.4 Infant Food
2.5 Processed Food
3. Covid-19 Impact Food Allergen PCR Kits Sales Market by Application
3.1 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Historic Market Size by Application
3.2 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Forecasted Market Size by Application
3.3 Bakery & Confectionery
3.4 Infant Food
3.5 Processed Food
3.6 Dairy Products & Its Alternatives
3.7 Seafood & Meat Products
3.8 Others
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
4.1 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
4.2 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
4.3 Global Food Allergen PCR Kits Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Food Allergen PCR Kits Business
5.1 Neogen
5.1.1 Neogen Company Profile
5.1.2 Neogen Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.1.3 Neogen Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.2 Crystal Chem
5.2.1 Crystal Chem Company Profile
5.2.2 Crystal Chem Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.2.3 Crystal Chem Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.3 SGS S.A.
5.3.1 SGS S.A. Company Profile
5.3.2 SGS S.A. Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.3.3 SGS S.A. Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.4 Intertek Group plc
5.4.1 Intertek Group plc Company Profile
5.4.2 Intertek Group plc Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.4.3 Intertek Group plc Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.5 TUV SUD Psb Pte. Ltd
5.5.1 TUV SUD Psb Pte. Ltd Company Profile
5.5.2 TUV SUD Psb Pte. Ltd Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.5.3 TUV SUD Psb Pte. Ltd Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.6 ALS Limited
5.6.1 ALS Limited Company Profile
5.6.2 ALS Limited Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.6.3 ALS Limited Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.7 Eurofins Scientific SE
5.7.1 Eurofins Scientific SE Company Profile
5.7.2 Eurofins Scientific SE Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.7.3 Eurofins Scientific SE Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.8 Merieux Nutrisciences Corporation
5.8.1 Merieux Nutrisciences Corporation Company Profile
5.8.2 Merieux Nutrisciences Corporation Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.8.3 Merieux Nutrisciences Corporation Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.9 AsureQuality Ltd
5.9.1 AsureQuality Ltd Company Profile
5.9.2 AsureQuality Ltd Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.9.3 AsureQuality Ltd Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.10 Microbac Laboratories Inc
5.10.1 Microbac Laboratories Inc Company Profile
5.10.2 Microbac Laboratories Inc Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.10.3 Microbac Laboratories Inc Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.11 Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH
5.11.1 Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH Company Profile
5.11.2 Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.11.3 Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.12 Symbio Laboratories
5.12.1 Symbio Laboratories Company Profile
5.12.2 Symbio Laboratories Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.12.3 Symbio Laboratories Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.13 Sciex
5.13.1 Sciex Company Profile
5.13.2 Sciex Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.13.3 Sciex Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.14 Thermofisher
5.14.1 Thermofisher Company Profile
5.14.2 Thermofisher Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.14.3 Thermofisher Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.15 Crystalchem
5.15.1 Crystalchem Company Profile
5.15.2 Crystalchem Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.15.3 Crystalchem Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.16 Neogen
5.16.1 Neogen Company Profile
5.16.2 Neogen Food Allergen PCR Kits Product Specification
5.16.3 Neogen Food Allergen PCR Kits Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
6.1 North America Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
6.2 North America Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
6.3 North America Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
6.4 North America Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
7.1 East Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
7.2 East Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
7.3 East Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
7.4 East Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
8. Europe
8.1 Europe Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
8.2 Europe Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
8.3 Europe Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
8.4 Europe Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
9.1 South Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
9.2 South Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
9.3 South Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
9.4 South Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
10.1 Southeast Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
10.2 Southeast Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
10.3 Southeast Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
10.4 Southeast Asia Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
11.1 Middle East Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
11.2 Middle East Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
11.3 Middle East Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
11.4 Middle East Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
12. Africa
12.1 Africa Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
12.2 Africa Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
12.3 Africa Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
12.4 Africa Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
13.1 Oceania Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
13.2 Oceania Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
13.3 Oceania Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
13.4 Oceania Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
14. South America
14.1 South America Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
14.2 South America Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
14.3 South America Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
14.4 South America Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
15.1 Rest of the World Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size
15.2 Rest of the World Food Allergen PCR Kits Key Players in North America
15.3 Rest of the World Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Type
15.4 Rest of the World Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Size by Application
16 Food Allergen PCR Kits Market Dynamics
16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
16.4 Porter
Market Segmentation
By Type
- Bakery & Confectionery Kits – detection of gluten, nuts, and milk allergens.
- Infant Food Kits – ensuring safety from milk, soy, and egg allergens.
- Processed Food Kits – allergen monitoring in packaged and ready-to-eat products.
- Others – customized PCR kits for niche food categories.
By Application
- Bakery & Confectionery
- Infant Food
- Processed Food
- Dairy Products & Alternatives
- Seafood & Meat Products
- Others – beverages, snacks, and specialty foods.
Regional Analysis
- North America: Largest market; driven by strict FDA regulations, high prevalence of food allergies, and advanced testing infrastructure.
- Europe: Significant growth; strong regulatory frameworks (EFSA), consumer awareness, and adoption of rapid PCR kits.
- Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region; rising food safety concerns in China, India, and Japan, coupled with expanding processed food industries.
- South America: Brazil and Argentina showing growth in food exports and compliance with international safety standards.
- Middle East & Africa: Emerging demand; increasing investments in food safety infrastructure and regulatory enforcement.
Key Players
- Neogen Corporation
- Crystal Chem
- SGS S.A.
- Intertek Group plc
- TUV SUD Psb Pte. Ltd
- ALS Limited
- Eurofins Scientific SE
- Merieux Nutrisciences Corporation
- AsureQuality Ltd
- Microbac Laboratories Inc
- Romer Labs Diagnostic GmbH
- Symbio Laboratories
- Sciex
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
