The global dairy testing market is projected to grow from USD 7.42 billion in 2025 to USD 11.05 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.3% during the forecast period. This growth is driven by increasing consumer demand for safe and high-quality dairy products, heightened awareness of food safety and health concerns, and stringent government regulations. As regulatory bodies enforce stricter safety and quality standards, dairy producers are compelled to adopt advanced testing solutions. Additionally, the rising consumption of dairy products, particularly in emerging markets, further fuels the need for reliable testing services.
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Safety Testing Dominates the Market
Among various test types, the safety testing segment holds the largest share in the dairy testing market. The dominance of this segment is primarily due to growing concerns over food safety, foodborne illnesses, and regulatory compliance. Consumers are increasingly demanding dairy products that are free from harmful pathogens, such as Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria, as well as chemical residues from antibiotics, pesticides, and heavy metals. The demand for rigorous testing is particularly strong in regions like Asia Pacific, where dairy consumption is rising significantly.
Rapid Technology Leads the Dairy Testing Market
The rapid technology segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR in the dairy testing market. As consumer expectations for faster, more accurate, and cost-effective testing solutions increase, traditional dairy testing methods—which can be time-consuming and costly—are being replaced by advanced technologies. Innovations such as real-time PCR, biosensors, and high-throughput testing systems are transforming the industry by enabling quicker and more precise detection of contaminants, pathogens, and quality indicators in dairy products. With the global dairy industry expanding rapidly, especially in Asia Pacific, the adoption of rapid testing technologies ensures faster decision-making, minimizes production delays, and enhances product safety.
Europe: A Key Player in Dairy Testing
Europe holds a significant share of the global dairy testing market, supported by advanced technological infrastructure, strict regulatory frameworks, and high consumer demand for premium-quality dairy products. The region enforces some of the strictest food safety regulations globally, including those set by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Union, which mandate rigorous testing to prevent contamination and adulteration. This regulatory environment has driven the growth of dairy testing services, with key market players such as SGS Institut Fresenius, Bureau Veritas, Eurofins Scientific, and Intertek Group plc operating in countries like Germany, France, and the UK. As global demand for dairy products continues to rise, the dairy testing market will remain essential in ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the supply chain.
Leading Dairy Testing Companies:
The report profiles key players such as SGS Institut Fresenius (Germany), Bureau Veritas (France), Eurofins Scientific (Luxembourg), Intertek Group plc (UK), TÜV SÜD (Germany), TÜV NORD GROUP (Germany), ALS Limited (Australia), AsureQuality (New Zealand), Mérieux NutriSciences Corporation (US), Romer Labs Division Holding (Austria).
Recent Developments of Dairy Testing Industry:
- In June 2024, at the Asia Summit on Global Health, SGS, in collaboration with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s PocNAT Limited and industry partners such as Maxim’s Group, Hotel ICON, and International Gourmets Food (DCH Group), introduced Gold-LAMP. This portable, ultra-fast nucleic acid testing system is designed to detect pathogens in food and the environment.
- In November 2023, SGS introduced PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) testing for pathogen detection in the food industry, offering a faster and more reliable alternative to traditional microbiological methods. PCR enables the rapid identification of specific DNA fragments, reducing turnaround times from 7–10 days to just 2–3 days.
