Market overview
The global fish protein hydrolysate market is worth USD 752 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 1.6 bn by 2036, growing at a 7.5% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Aquafeed and animal feed is the largest by application segment.
| Scope | Fish protein hydrolysate: enzyme-digested fish and fish by-products in liquid and powder form for aquafeed, pet food, human nutrition and agriculture. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 700 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 752 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 1.6 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 7.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 95,792 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 178,731 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 7,856 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Fish Protein Hydrolysate market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 752.5 mn |
| 2027 | USD 808.9 mn |
| 2028 | USD 869.6 mn |
| 2029 | USD 934.8 mn |
| 2030 | USD 1.00 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1.08 bn |
| 2032 | USD 1.16 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.25 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.34 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.44 bn |
| 2036 | USD 1.55 bn |
Fish Protein Hydrolysate market segmentation
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquafeed and animal feed | 46.0% | 43.8% | USD 346 mn | 7.0% |
| Pet food | 16.0% | 17.5% | USD 120 mn | 8.5% |
| Human nutrition and supplements | 22.0% | 24.1% | USD 166 mn | 8.5% |
| Agriculture and biostimulants | 16.0% | 14.5% | USD 120 mn | 6.5% |
By raw material
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitefish and by-products | 38.0% | 36.3% | USD 286 mn | 7.0% |
| Salmonid by-products | 22.0% | 24.1% | USD 166 mn | 8.5% |
| Small pelagic fish | 30.0% | 28.6% | USD 226 mn | 7.0% |
| Other species | 10.0% | 11.0% | USD 75 mn | 8.5% |
By form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid | 44.0% | 42.0% | USD 331 mn | 7.0% |
| Powder | 46.0% | 46.0% | USD 346 mn | 7.5% |
| Paste and concentrate | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 75 mn | 9.5% |
By degree of hydrolysis
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | 24.0% | 22.0% | USD 181 mn | 6.6% |
| Medium | 40.0% | 39.0% | USD 301 mn | 7.2% |
| High | 36.0% | 39.0% | USD 271 mn | 8.4% |
By process
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enzymatic | 66.0% | 68.0% | USD 497 mn | 7.8% |
| Acid or chemical | 18.0% | 14.0% | USD 135 mn | 4.8% |
| Autolysis and fermentation | 16.0% | 18.0% | USD 120 mn | 8.8% |
Top 25 countries for fish protein hydrolysate by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 73.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 105 mn | 14.0% | USD 240 mn | 8.6% |
| 2 | Norway | USD 83 mn | 11.0% | USD 164 mn | 7.1% |
| 3 | United States | USD 75 mn | 10.0% | USD 149 mn | 7.1% |
| 4 | Chile | USD 60 mn | 8.0% | USD 119 mn | 7.1% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 53 mn | 7.0% | USD 95 mn | 6.0% |
| 6 | Vietnam | USD 45 mn | 6.0% | USD 107 mn | 9.0% |
| 7 | Spain | USD 38 mn | 5.0% | USD 74 mn | 7.1% |
| 8 | France | USD 34 mn | 4.5% | USD 67 mn | 7.0% |
| 9 | United Kingdom | USD 30 mn | 4.0% | USD 59 mn | 7.0% |
| 10 | Canada | USD 30 mn | 4.0% | USD 59 mn | 7.0% |
| 11 | Denmark | USD 20 mn | 2.6% | USD 41 mn | 7.6% |
| 12 | Peru | USD 17 mn | 2.3% | USD 36 mn | 7.5% |
| 13 | Thailand | USD 16 mn | 2.1% | USD 32 mn | 7.5% |
| 14 | India | USD 14 mn | 1.8% | USD 32 mn | 8.8% |
| 15 | Indonesia | USD 12 mn | 1.6% | USD 26 mn | 7.6% |
| 16 | Iceland | USD 11 mn | 1.5% | USD 23 mn | 7.6% |
| 17 | Germany | USD 9.8 mn | 1.3% | USD 20 mn | 7.6% |
| 18 | South Korea | USD 8.7 mn | 1.2% | USD 18 mn | 7.6% |
| 19 | Netherlands | USD 7.8 mn | 1.0% | USD 16 mn | 7.6% |
| 20 | Brazil | USD 6.9 mn | 0.9% | USD 14 mn | 7.6% |
| 21 | Russia | USD 6.1 mn | 0.8% | USD 13 mn | 7.6% |
| 22 | Ecuador | USD 5.4 mn | 0.7% | USD 11 mn | 7.5% |
| 23 | Poland | USD 4.9 mn | 0.7% | USD 10 mn | 7.5% |
| 24 | Turkey | USD 4.3 mn | 0.6% | USD 8.8 mn | 7.5% |
| 25 | Philippines | USD 3.8 mn | 0.5% | USD 7.9 mn | 7.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 52 mn | 6.9% | USD 108 mn | 7.6% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Symrise
- BioMarine Ingredients Ireland
- Hofseth BioCare
- TripleNine
- Omega Protein
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Sopropêche
- Scanbio Marine Group
- Copalis Sea Solutions
- Pelagia
- Tecnológica de Alimentos
- Nippon Suisan Kaisha
- Pesquera Diamante
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Seagarden
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the fish protein hydrolysate market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 7.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by application, by raw material, by form, by degree of hydrolysis, by process. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the fish protein hydrolysate market?
The global fish protein hydrolysate market is estimated at USD 700 mn in 2025 and USD 752 mn in 2026.
How fast will the fish protein hydrolysate market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 1.6 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 7.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 798 mn.
Which country is the largest market for fish protein hydrolysate?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 105 mn in 2026, 14.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 35.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, Vietnam is growing fastest at 9.0% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which fish protein hydrolysate segment is largest?
In the by application split, Aquafeed and animal feed is the largest segment with 46.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading fish protein hydrolysate companies?
Global leaders include Symrise, BioMarine Ingredients Ireland, Hofseth BioCare, TripleNine.
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