The Latin America, Middle East and Africa Food Safety Testing Market would witness market growth of 9.1% CAGR during the forecast period (2023-2030).
The distribution and retail stages are vulnerable points in the food supply chain, where contamination risks can arise. Testing at these stages focuses on maintaining the quality and safety of products during transportation, storage, and display. With the of the food trade, cross-border testing has become essential to prevent the spread of contaminants and ensure the compliance of imported and exported goods with international standards.
Moreocer, molecular and DNA-based testing methods are revolutionizing food safety. Polymerase chain reaction and next-generation sequencing are utilized more frequently in detecting genetic markers and pathogens due to their high sensitivity and specificity. Similarly, integrating blockchain technology into food safety systems is intended to improve traceability. This feature empowers stakeholders to monitor the complete trajectory of a food item, starting from its point of departure and culminating in its arrival at the final consumer, thereby guaranteeing openness and responsibility throughout the supply chain.
Furthermore, the UAE has experienced a rapid expansion of its food service sector, characterized by a diverse culinary landscape, including restaurants, cafes, catering services, and food delivery platforms. This growth necessitates rigorous food safety measures to maintain public health and uphold the industry's reputation. As per the data given by the Government of Canada, in 2020, the United Arab Emirates was the second-largest food service industry in the Arab Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, trailing Saudi Arabia by US$ 13.8 billion. In 2020, food service sales through retail constituted the largest channel sector in the UAE, with a food sales value of US$ 4.9 billion, representing 47.2% of the total distribution channel share. Therefore, increasing seafood production and the expansion of the food services industry in LAMEA will lead to increased demand for food safety testing in the region.
The Pathogen market dominated the LAMEA Food Safety Testing Market by Type in 2022, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; thereby, achieving a market value of $921 million by 2030. The Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) market is registering a CAGR of 9.4% during (2023 - 2030). The Chemical & Toxin market would showcase a CAGR of 9.9% during (2023 - 2030). Additionally, The Others market is anticipating a CAGR of 9.5% during (2023 - 2030).
Free Valuable Insights: The Worldwide Food Safety Testing Market is Projected to reach USD 32.5 Billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.1%
Based on Food Tested, the market is segmented into Processed Food, Meat & Meat Product, Cereals, Grains & Pulses, Dairy & Dairy Product and Others. Based on Technology, the market is segmented into PCR-Based Assay, Immunoassay-Based, Agar Culturing and Others. Based on Type, the market is segmented into Pathogen, Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), Chemical & Toxin and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Brazil, Argentina, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Nigeria, and Rest of LAMEA.
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