According to a new report published by Introspective Market Research, titled, DL-Methionine Market by Application, Form, and End-Use Industry, The Global DL-Methionine Market Size Was Valued at USD 4.97 Billion in 2023 and is Projected to Reach USD 7.83 Billion by 2032, Growing at a CAGR of 5.85%. The global DL-Methionine market plays a pivotal role in the animal nutrition industry and is witnessing steady growth driven by the rising demand for protein-rich food products worldwide. DL-Methionine is a vital amino acid supplement, commonly used in livestock and poultry feed, to enhance growth, optimize feed efficiency, and improve overall animal health. Its usage significantly reduces feed costs while boosting productivity, making it indispensable in modern farming practices.

In addition to animal feed, DL-Methionine is increasingly gaining traction in aquaculture, pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements. Its superior absorption, cost-effectiveness, and ability to ensure balanced amino acid intake provide a strong advantage over traditional alternatives. With expanding meat and seafood consumption globally, DL-Methionine adoption continues to surge across emerging and developed economies alike.

The DL-Methionine Market is segmented into Application, Form, and End-Use Industry. By Application, the market is categorized into (Animal Feed, Pharmaceuticals, Food & Dietary Supplements). By Form, the market is categorized into (Powder, Liquid, Others). By End-Use Industry, the market is categorized into (Poultry, Swine, Cattle, Aquaculture, Others).

One of the key growth drivers of the DL-Methionine market is the rising demand for protein-rich animal-based products, particularly poultry and seafood. Increasing global consumption of chicken and fish has compelled livestock farmers to enhance feed quality and efficiency. DL-Methionine provides essential amino acids necessary for growth and immunity, ensuring improved yield while lowering feed costs, thus making it an essential additive in commercial animal farming.

A major opportunity in the DL-Methionine market lies in the growing adoption of aquaculture worldwide. With wild fish stocks depleting and seafood demand rising, aquaculture is emerging as a sustainable alternative. DL-Methionine plays a crucial role in improving fish health, enhancing growth rates, and optimizing feed utilization. This trend is expected to drive robust demand from the aquaculture sector over the forecast period.

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DL-Methionine Market, Segmentation
The DL-Methionine Market is segmented on the basis of Application, Form, and End-Use Industry.

Application
The Application segment is further classified into Animal Feed, Pharmaceuticals, and Food & Dietary Supplements. Among these, the Animal Feed sub-segment accounted for the highest market share in 2023. This dominance is due to the widespread use of DL-Methionine in poultry and swine farming to improve feed efficiency, enhance animal growth, and strengthen disease resistance. Its ability to reduce feed conversion ratios makes it cost-effective and indispensable for commercial livestock producers worldwide.

Form
The Form segment is further classified into Powder, Liquid, and Others. Among these, the Powder sub-segment accounted for the highest market share in 2023. Powdered DL-Methionine is easy to mix with feed, has high stability, and offers cost benefits in large-scale feed formulations. Its convenience in transportation, storage, and integration into animal diets has made it the preferred form across feed manufacturers globally.

Some of The Leading/Active Market Players Are-

  • Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
  • Adisseo (France)
  • Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • CJ CheilJedang Corporation (South Korea)
  • Novus International Inc. (USA)
  • Chongqing Unisplendour Chemical Co., Ltd. (China)
  • Bluestar Adisseo Nutrition Group (China)
  • Phibro Animal Health Corporation (USA)
  • Sunrise Nutrachem Group (China)
  • Ajinomoto Co., Inc. (Japan)
  • Prinova Group LLC (USA)
  • Meihua Holdings Group Co., Ltd. (China)
    and other active players.

Key Industry Developments

In March 2024, Evonik Industries announced the expansion of its DL-Methionine production facility in Antwerp, Belgium. This expansion aims to meet the rising demand for sustainable animal feed solutions across Europe, with enhanced production capacity and lower carbon emissions.
This development strengthens Evonik’s position as a global leader in methionine production while addressing the feed industry’s growing sustainability concerns.


In July 2023, Adisseo introduced a next-generation DL-Methionine solution tailored for aquaculture feeds. This innovation is designed to enhance digestibility and improve fish growth performance while reducing environmental nitrogen output.
The launch reflects Adisseo’s focus on innovation-driven growth and positions the company to capture a greater share of the expanding aquaculture market.

Key Findings of the Study

  • The global DL-Methionine market was valued at USD 4.97 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 7.83 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.85%.
  • Animal Feed remains the dominant application segment, driven by high poultry and swine feed demand.
  • Powder form leads the market due to ease of use in feed formulations.
  • Europe and Asia-Pacific are major consumers, with rising demand from aquaculture boosting growth.