North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market Research Report Information Testing Method (Wet Chemistry / Proximates (Moisture Content Analysis, Protein Content Testing, Fat Content Determination, Fiber and Ash Analysis), Instrumental Testing (Chromatography Techniques, Spectroscopy, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry)), by Testing Areas (Contaminants Testing (Heavy Metals, Pesticides and Herbicides, Mycotoxins, Pathogens), Nutritional Testing (Macronutrient Analysis, Micronutrient Testing, Caloric Content), Authentici

North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market Overview

The North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market was valued at USD 3.97 Billion in 2024. The Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs Market industry is projected to grow from USD 4.30 Billion in 2025 to USD 8.21 Billion by 2035, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.13% during the forecast period (2025-2035).

The increasing demand for clean-label and organic products and stringent food safety regulations (e.g., FSMA, CFIA) are driving the growth of the Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs market.

As per the Analyst at MRFR, in the North American third-party food chemistry labs market, several drivers, restraints, and opportunities (DROs) play a crucial role in shaping the industry landscape.

Key drivers include the increasing demand for clean-label and organic products, as consumers become more health-conscious and prefer food products with transparent ingredient sourcing and minimal additives.

This trend compels food producers to adopt stringent testing protocols to meet consumer expectations and ensure product safety. Additionally, stringent food safety regulations, such as the FSMA in the U.S. and CFIA in Canada, serve as strong drivers by mandating rigorous testing and quality control processes to ensure the safety of food products.

 FIGURE 1: NORTH AMERICA THIRD PARTY FOOD CHEMISTRY LABS MARKET VALUE (2019-2035) USD BILLION

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market Opportunity

INTEGRATION OF AI AND IOT IN FOOD SAFETY TESTING PROCESSES

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) into food safety testing processes is revolutionizing the food industry, creating significant opportunities for third-party food chemistry labs in North America. As the food industry continues to grow and regulatory standards become more stringent, the role of third-party labs in ensuring food safety has expanded.

With the introduction of AI and IoT, food chemistry labs are positioned to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and speed of their testing services, while also enabling them to meet the increasingly complex demands of food safety regulations.

This technological convergence is not only streamlining food safety testing but is also unlocking new avenues for growth, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced consumer confidence in food products. AI and IoT technologies are increasingly being applied in the food safety testing process to manage, analyze, and automate testing protocols.

AI refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines, allowing them to perform tasks such as pattern recognition, data analysis, and predictive modeling. In food safety testing, AI is used to interpret large datasets generated from testing procedures, identify trends, and predict potential risks or issues before they arise. This allows food chemistry labs to take a proactive approach to food safety, anticipating contamination or violations of regulatory standards, and addressing them before they result in costly recalls or public health risks.

North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market Segment Insights

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs by Testing Types Insights

By Testing Types, Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs market was segmented into Wet Chemistry/ Proximates, which comprises Moisture Content Analysis, Protein Content Testing, Fat Content Determination, and Fiber and Ash Analysis), and Instrumental Testing, which comprises Chromatography Techniques, Spectroscopy, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, and Mass Spectrometry.

The Wet Chemistry / Proximates segment dominated the North America market in 2024, while the Wet Chemistry / Proximates segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. The Wet Chemistry/Proximates segment in the North America Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs market accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.

This segment includes key analytical procedures such as moisture content analysis, protein content testing, fat content determination, and fiber and ash analysis, which are essential for assessing the nutritional composition, quality, and compliance of food products with regulatory standards. Its growth is driven by rising consumer demand for accurate nutritional labeling, increasing regulatory scrutiny, and the need for quality assurance in the food and beverage industry.

FIGURE 2: NORTH AMERICA THIRD PARTY FOOD CHEMISTRY LABS MARKET SHARE BY TESTING TYPES 2024 AND 2035 (USD BILLION)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs by Testing areas Insights

Testing areas encompass several categories and their respective subtypes. Contaminants Testing includes heavy metals, pesticides and herbicides, mycotoxins, and pathogens. Nutritional Testing focuses on macronutrient analysis, micronutrient testing, and caloric content.

Authenticity Testing involves adulteration detection, species verification, and origin validation. Allergens Testing addresses common allergens and cross-contamination analysis. Finally, Other Specialized Areas cover ingredient stability analysis and shelf-life studies.

The Nutritional Testing segment dominated the North America market in 2024, while the Other Specialized Areas segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Nutritional testing evaluates the macronutrient and micronutrient composition of food products to confirm compliance with labeling requirements and nutritional claims.

Tests measure protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals using techniques such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), wet chemistry and atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). The Nutritional Testing segment held the largest share of the North America Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs market in 2024, driven by the rising demand for accurate nutritional labeling, regulatory compliance, and growing consumer awareness of health and wellness.

This segment covers macronutrient analysis, micronutrient testing, and caloric content determination, helping manufacturers ensure product transparency, meet labeling standards, and support marketing claims. Its dominance is further supported by the expanding functional foods sector and increasing prevalence of diet-specific consumer preferences.

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs by End-Use Insights

Based on End-Use, the North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market is Segmented into Pet Food, Meat, Seafood, Value-Added Dairy Products, Milk Component Testing, Nuts and Seeds. The Meat segment dominated the North America market in 2024, while the Milk Component Testing segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Consumer awareness around health concerns, antibiotic-free production, and sustainability is shaping this market.

The increasing demand for premium meats, organic meat products, and transparency regarding sourcing and production will drive demand for more comprehensive testing, especially related to traceability, contaminants, and nutritional content. This growth is fueled by a heightened awareness of food safety, ethical sourcing, and health concerns, particularly around the use of antibiotics, hormones, and other chemicals in meat production.

Consumers are also increasingly seeking transparency in the meat industry, leading to a preference for meat products that are sustainably sourced and free from harmful additives. The shift towards more conscious consumption, including the popularity of plant-based alternatives, will further shape the meat market, with a notable rise in the demand for meat substitutes.

With the rising concerns over the presence of harmful substances like antibiotics, hormones, and pesticides in meat, the need for comprehensive testing will intensify. The demand for wet chemistry testing, particularly proximate analysis of fat, protein, and moisture content, will grow as manufacturers seek to meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations.

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Regional Insights

The report on the North America Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs Market has been segmented on the basis of country as U.S., Canada. The U.S dominated the North America market in 2024, while the U.S is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Major demand factors driving the U.S market are the U.S. dominates the market, holding approximately 88.1% of the total market share in 2024.

This dominance can be attributed to the large size of the U.S. food industry, robust regulatory framework, and growing demand for advanced food safety and quality testing services across various sectors, including pet food, meat, seafood, dairy, and plant-based foods. The U.S.'s larger food market and stronger emphasis on testing for contaminants, authenticity, and nutritional content will continue to drive higher growth in comparison to Canada.

This growth rate highlights the increasing need for food chemistry services across a wide range of sectors, including the rise of plant-based food products, stricter food safety regulations, and higher export demand. Overall, the U.S. will maintain its dominant position, contributing the majority of the market share throughout the forecast period, while Canada will experience moderate growth, further establishing the North American market as a leading hub for third-party food chemistry testing services.

FIGURE 3: NORTH AMERICA THIRD PARTY FOOD CHEMISTRY LABS MARKET VALUE BY COUNTRY 2024 AND 2035 (USD BILLION)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Further, the countries considered in the scope of the Application Tracking System Market are the US, and Canada.

North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Many North America, regional, and local vendors characterize the Third-Party Food Chemistry Labs Market. The market is highly competitive, with all the players competing to gain market share. Intense competition, rapid advances in technology, frequent changes in government policies, and environmental regulations are key factors that confront market growth.

The vendors compete based on cost, product quality, reliability, and government regulations. Vendors must provide cost-efficient, high-quality products to survive and succeed in an intensely competitive market.

The major competitors in the market are Als Global, Eurofins Scientific, MÉRIEUX NUTRISCIENCES, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, Certified Group, Diebel Laboratories, IEH Laboratories, Matrix Sciences, Midwest Labs among others.

The North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market is a consolidated market due to increasing competition, acquisitions, mergers and other strategic market developments and decisions to improve operational effectiveness.

Key Companies in the North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market include

• Als Global
• Eurofins Scientific
• MÉRIEUX NUTRISCIENCES
• Intertek
• Bureau Veritas
• Certified Group
• Diebel Laboratories
• IEH Laboratories
• Matrix Sciences
• Midwest Labs

North America Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Market Segmentation

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs by Testing Method Outlook

• Wet Chemistry / Proximates
• Moisture Content Analysis
• Protein Content Testing
• Fat Content Determination
• Fiber and Ash Analysis
• Instrumental Testing
• Chromatography Techniques
• Spectroscopy
• Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
• Mass Spectrometry

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs by Testing Areas Outlook

• Contaminants Testing
• Heavy Metals
• Pesticides and Herbicides
• Mycotoxins
• Pathogens
• Nutritional Testing
• Macronutrient Analysis
• Micronutrient Testing
• Caloric Content
• Authenticity Testing
• Adulteration Detection
• Species Verification
• Origin Validation
• Allergens Testing
• Common Allergens
• Cross-Contamination Analysis
• Other Specialized Areas
• Ingredient Stability Analysis
• Shelf-Life Studies

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs by End-Use Category Outlook

• Pet Food
• Meat
• Seafood
• Value-Added Dairy Products
• Milk Component Testing
• Nuts and Seeds

Third Party Food Chemistry Labs Regional Outlook

• North America
• US
• Canada

Report Attribute/Metric	Details
Market Size 2024	USD 3.970 Billion
Market Size 2025	USD 4.30 Billion
Market Size 2035	USD 8.21 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)	8.13% (2025-2035)
Base Year	2024
Forecast Period	2025-2035
Historical Data	2019-2023
Forecast Units	Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage	Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered	By Testing Method, By Testing Areas, By End-Use Category
Geographies Covered	North America
Countries Covered	The US, Canada
Key Companies Profiled	Als Global, Eurofins Scientific, MÉRIEUX NUTRISCIENCES, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, Certified Group, Diebel Laboratories, IEH Laboratories, Matrix Sciences, Midwest Labs
Key Market Opportunities	·        Integration of ai and IOT in food safety testing processes ·        Partnerships with food producers for quality assurance
Key Market Dynamics	·        Increasing demand for clean-label and organic products ·        Stringent food safety regulations (e.g., FSMA, CFIA)