Omega-3 Ingredients Market  Growing at 10.1% CAGR, According to FMI Research Report

NEWARK, Del., October 9, 2026. — The global omega-3 ingredients market is estimated at USD 10.2 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 26.8 billion by 2036, expanding at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2026 to 2036, according to Future Market Insights (FMI). The market was valued at USD 9.3 billion in 2025.

The growth outlook is being shaped by rising demand for EPA and DHA, increased use of omega-3 ingredients in dietary supplements, and expanding applications across nutrition, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and animal feed. FMI identifies eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) as the leading ingredient segment, supported by demand for preformed omega-3 fatty acids and the body's limited ability to convert plant-based alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) into EPA and DHA.

Ingredient quality and production capabilities shape market expansion

Manufacturers are placing greater emphasis on ingredient purity, oil stability, concentration levels and quality documentation as omega-3 ingredients serve a wider range of applications. Consistent EPA and DHA content is particularly important for manufacturers developing dietary supplements, infant formula and pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products.

According to the Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED), approximately 136,000 metric tons of EPA and DHA ingredients were sold in 2025, representing an increase of 2.6% over the previous year. China emerged as a key market during the period. Manufacturers are also investing in production and refining capabilities to strengthen supply capacity and meet evolving quality requirements.

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What is driving demand for omega-3 ingredients

• Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) — 51.9% share in 2026: EPA is expected to maintain the leading ingredient position as manufacturers focus on defined omega-3 concentrations and applications requiring targeted fatty acid profiles.
• Animal sources — 46.1% share in 2026: Fish oil and other marine-derived sources remain important suppliers of EPA and DHA for nutritional and commercial applications.
• Dietary supplements — 40.5% share in 2026: Consumer demand for convenient omega-3 delivery formats is expected to support continued use in capsules, softgels, oils and other supplement formulations.

The hurdle

Maintaining consistent quality and reliable supply remains a key consideration. FMI identifies the importance of stable oils, tested purity and appropriate product records as omega-3 ingredients move across dietary supplements, infant nutrition, pharmaceutical applications and food manufacturing. Differences in feedstock, processing and concentration can influence the suitability of ingredients for specific end uses.

For ingredient suppliers, maintaining consistent EPA and DHA specifications and investing in refining and production capabilities can help strengthen customer confidence and support expansion into higher-value applications.

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Recent developments

The market is seeing investments in production capacity and continued growth in demand for concentrated omega-3 ingredients:

• January 2025: Epax announced a USD 10 million investment to establish a new synthesis plant at its Aalesund facility in Norway, supporting its production capabilities.
• 2025: Global sales of EPA and DHA ingredients reached approximately 136,000 metric tons, increasing 2.6% year over year, according to GOED.

These developments reflect the industry's focus on strengthening supply capabilities and meeting demand for ingredients with defined EPA and DHA concentrations.

Companies shaping the Omega-3 Ingredients Market

FMI identifies several companies operating across concentrated marine oils, diversified nutrition platforms and marine feedstock supply chains.

• Concentrated marine EPA/DHA suppliers: BASF SE, Croda International plc, Epax Norway AS and GC Rieber VivoMega.
• Diversified nutrition and algal platforms: dsm-firmenich, Clover Corporation and Cargill.
• Marine feedstock and downstream participants: Omega Protein Corporation, Copeinca and Nordic Naturals.

These companies participate in different parts of the value chain, from raw material sourcing and ingredient production to refining and downstream nutrition applications.

Analyst perspective

“Demand for omega-3 ingredients is increasingly linked to defined EPA and DHA concentrations, ingredient purity and reliable supply. Suppliers that combine consistent specifications with suitable production and quality documentation will be better positioned to serve expanding nutrition and health-related applications.”— Nandini Roy Choudhury, Principal Consultant, Future Market Insights.

What this means for ingredient manufacturers and nutrition brands

• Prioritize ingredient quality and traceability. Consistent EPA and DHA specifications, tested purity and appropriate product records can help manufacturers meet customer requirements across dietary supplements and other nutrition applications.
• Strengthen production and refining capabilities. Investments in processing technology and manufacturing capacity can help suppliers support growing demand for concentrated and stable omega-3 oils.
• Expand applications beyond dietary supplements. Infant formulas, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products, functional foods, beverages and animal feed offer additional opportunities for omega-3 ingredient suppliers.
• Evaluate marine, algal and plant-based sources. Different source materials offer distinct fatty acid profiles and application possibilities, allowing manufacturers to select ingredients based on formulation needs and target markets.

Market segmentation

The Omega-3 Ingredients Market is segmented as follows:

• By ingredient: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).
• By source: Animals (fish oil), algae (algal oil) and plants, including chia seed oil, flax seed oil, walnut oil, canola oil, soybean oil and mustard oil.
• By application: Dietary supplements, infant formulas, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industry, food industry, beverage industry and animal feed.
• Food industry applications: Breakfast cereals, bakery and confectionery, dairy desserts and savory snacks.
• Beverage industry applications: Functional drinks and juices.

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