Market overview
The global glycine market is worth USD 1.2 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 2.0 bn by 2036, growing at a 5.5% CAGR. India is the largest country market and Technical is the largest by grade segment.
| Scope | Glycine amino acid in technical, food, feed and pharmaceutical grades, used in agrochemicals, food additives, animal feed, pharmaceuticals and personal care. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 1.1 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 1.2 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 2.0 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 923,781 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 1,501,181 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 1,256 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Glycine market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 1.16 bn |
| 2027 | USD 1.22 bn |
| 2028 | USD 1.29 bn |
| 2029 | USD 1.36 bn |
| 2030 | USD 1.44 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1.52 bn |
| 2032 | USD 1.60 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.69 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.78 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.88 bn |
| 2036 | USD 1.98 bn |
Glycine market segmentation
By grade
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | 62.0% | 58.8% | USD 720 mn | 4.9% |
| Food | 18.0% | 18.8% | USD 209 mn | 5.9% |
| Feed | 10.0% | 10.4% | USD 116 mn | 5.9% |
| Pharmaceutical | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 116 mn | 7.4% |
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agrochemicals | 55.0% | 50.7% | USD 638 mn | 4.7% |
| Food and beverages | 16.0% | 17.0% | USD 186 mn | 6.2% |
| Animal feed | 10.0% | 10.6% | USD 116 mn | 6.2% |
| Pharmaceuticals and nutrition | 11.0% | 13.5% | USD 128 mn | 7.7% |
| Personal care and other | 8.0% | 8.1% | USD 93 mn | 5.7% |
By production route
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chloroacetic acid ammonolysis | 54.0% | 50.0% | USD 627 mn | 4.7% |
| Strecker synthesis | 40.0% | 40.0% | USD 464 mn | 5.5% |
| Bio-based fermentation | 6.0% | 10.0% | USD 70 mn | 11.0% |
By end use industry
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food and feed | 38.0% | 36.0% | USD 441 mn | 4.9% |
| Pharmaceuticals | 22.0% | 24.0% | USD 255 mn | 6.4% |
| Agrochemicals | 30.0% | 28.0% | USD 348 mn | 4.8% |
| Cosmetics and industrial | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 116 mn | 7.4% |
By form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystalline powder | 76.0% | 72.0% | USD 882 mn | 4.9% |
| Liquid | 14.0% | 16.0% | USD 162 mn | 6.9% |
| Granules | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 116 mn | 7.4% |
Top 25 countries for glycine by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 82.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.6%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | USD 209 mn | 18.0% | USD 391 mn | 6.5% |
| 2 | China | USD 186 mn | 16.0% | USD 315 mn | 5.4% |
| 3 | United States | USD 162 mn | 14.0% | USD 252 mn | 4.5% |
| 4 | Brazil | USD 104 mn | 9.0% | USD 194 mn | 6.4% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 81 mn | 7.0% | USD 115 mn | 3.5% |
| 6 | Germany | USD 58 mn | 5.0% | USD 85 mn | 3.9% |
| 7 | Indonesia | USD 46 mn | 4.0% | USD 91 mn | 7.0% |
| 8 | Argentina | USD 41 mn | 3.5% | USD 73 mn | 6.1% |
| 9 | South Korea | USD 35 mn | 3.0% | USD 54 mn | 4.4% |
| 10 | Vietnam | USD 29 mn | 2.5% | USD 59 mn | 7.4% |
| 11 | Thailand | USD 26 mn | 2.2% | USD 43 mn | 5.4% |
| 12 | Malaysia | USD 18 mn | 1.6% | USD 32 mn | 5.5% |
| 13 | Turkey | USD 15 mn | 1.3% | USD 25 mn | 5.3% |
| 14 | Pakistan | USD 13 mn | 1.1% | USD 24 mn | 6.2% |
| 15 | Bangladesh | USD 12 mn | 1.0% | USD 23 mn | 6.7% |
| 16 | Mexico | USD 11 mn | 0.9% | USD 19 mn | 5.7% |
| 17 | Canada | USD 10 mn | 0.9% | USD 15 mn | 4.2% |
| 18 | Philippines | USD 9.5 mn | 0.8% | USD 17 mn | 6.1% |
| 19 | Poland | USD 8.9 mn | 0.8% | USD 15 mn | 5.2% |
| 20 | Spain | USD 8.5 mn | 0.7% | USD 13 mn | 4.3% |
| 21 | Egypt | USD 8.1 mn | 0.7% | USD 15 mn | 6.2% |
| 22 | Netherlands | USD 7.8 mn | 0.7% | USD 12 mn | 4.2% |
| 23 | Russia | USD 7.5 mn | 0.7% | USD 11 mn | 3.8% |
| 24 | Australia | USD 7.2 mn | 0.6% | USD 12 mn | 4.8% |
| 25 | Colombia | USD 7.0 mn | 0.6% | USD 12 mn | 5.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 39 mn | 3.4% | USD 66 mn | 5.4% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Ajinomoto
- Newtrend Group
- Chattem Chemicals
- Yuki Gosei Kogyo
- GEO Specialty Chemicals
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Kyowa Hakko Bio
- Merck KGaA
- Tokyo Chemical Industry
- Spectrum Chemical
- Avantor
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
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 glycine 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 5.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by grade, by application, by production route, by end use industry, by form. 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 glycine market?
The global glycine market is estimated at USD 1.1 bn in 2025 and USD 1.2 bn in 2026.
How fast will the glycine market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 2.0 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 822 mn.
Which country is the largest market for glycine?
India is the largest market by revenue at USD 209 mn in 2026, 18.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 48.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, Vietnam is growing fastest at 7.4% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which glycine segment is largest?
In the by grade split, Technical is the largest segment with 62.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading glycine companies?
Global leaders include Ajinomoto, Newtrend Group, Chattem Chemicals, Yuki Gosei Kogyo.
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