The current application status and prospects of Nisin in the Asian market

The current application status and future prospects of Nisin in the Asian market are as follows:

I. Current Application Status

1. Rapid Growth of Market Scale

The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing market for Nisin globally. According to relevant data, the market size of nisin in Asia reached USD 80.86 million in 2023, accounting for 37.44% of the global market. It is estimated that the Asian nisin market will grow to USD 107.83 million in 2024, representing 45.89% of the global market share.

2. Wide-ranging Applications in the Food Sector

In Asia, Nisin is widely used in various food fields, including meat products, dairy products, beverages, baked goods, and canned vegetables. Among these, meat products are the largest application segment for Nisin, mainly driven by the high consumption of meat products in regions such as North America and Europe (with Asian production and processing industries catering to this demand). Dairy products rank as the second-largest application area; as nisin’s usage in cheese and milk production increases, its market share in this segment continues to expand.

3. Continuous Improvement of Production Capacity

China is the world’s largest nisin production base. Domestic Nisin products not only meet domestic demand but are also exported to overseas markets. In 2023, China’s nisin output increased from 853.8 tons (in 2015) to 2083.9 tons, demonstrating significant growth in production capacity over the years.

II. Application Prospects

1. Sustained Market Growth

It is projected that the nisin market in the Asia-Pacific region will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.56% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is primarily fueled by three key factors: the rapid industrialization of the food processing industry in the region, the increase in per capita disposable income, and the growing awareness of food safety among consumers.

2. Expansion of Application Fields

Beyond the food sector,nisin’s applications are expected to expand into the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and personal care industries. For instance, due to its strong inhibitory effect on Gram-positive bacteria, Nisin can be used in the development of new antibacterial drugs and oral care products.

3. Regulatory Support

In July 2024, China’s National Health Commission (NHC) accepted public comments on Nisin as a food additive, which is part of efforts to accelerate the approval process for food additives. Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has also approved nisin for specific food applications. Such regulatory support will further facilitate the promotion and application of Nisin in the Asian market.