- Omega-3 fatty acids, essential nutrients derived from plant and marine sources, are increasingly integral to food and beverage products, pharmaceuticals, and infant nutrition due to their scientifically backed health benefits
- The surge in demand is fueled by rising health consciousness, increasing prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases, and growing consumer preference for natural and functional ingredients in food and supplements
- North America dominated the omega 3 for food ingredients market with the largest revenue share of 40.01% in 2024, driven by high consumer awareness, advanced healthcare infrastructure, and strong presence of key industry players
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period, propelled by rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanization, and increasing demand for health-focused products in countries such as China, India, and Japan
- The marine source segment dominated the largest market revenue share of 62.3% in 2024, driven by its high concentration of bioavailable omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA and EPA, sourced from fish and algae
