Global Chia Seeds Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The Global Chia Seeds Market Size was Valued at USD  987 Million in 2023.
• The Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 7.10% from 2023 to 2033.
• The Worldwide Chia Seeds Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1960 Million by 2033.
• Europe Expected to Grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The Global Chia Seeds Market Size is Anticipated to Exceed USD 1960 Million by 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 7.10% from 2023 to 2033.  

Market Overview

Seeds obtained from the saliva hispanica plant are tiny in size and rich in nutrients, which are regional to Central and South America and are termed chia seeds. Moreover, it has distinct medicinal benefits, which consist of high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and several minerals and vitamins. These seeds support metabolic health while reducing the threat of disease related to heart and type 2 diabetes. The seeds help reduce wrinkles on the skin, increase the strength of muscles and bones, and restrict free radicals from entering bodily cells. Due to its high health advantages, it become so much popular among the dietary drinks, skincare, and nutraceutical markets. From the recent past time popularity of ‘super’ ingredients has increased, due to product launches, as consumers become aware about their health and hence choice these organic and wholesome ingredients. Therefore, the market is driven by consumers interest towards functional and health based organic products. chia seeds are widely available in food stores due to their huge global demand. The affordability and accessibility of supermarkets, as opposed to conventional supermarkets and hypermarkets, is an important component in the sale of ‘superfoods' such as chia seeds.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the global chia seeds market based on various segments and regions forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the global chia seeds market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the global chia seeds market.

Driving Factors

Professional athletes are some major consumers of dietary supplements, protein bars, and natural food ingredients in the food and beverages market where chia seeds are in huge demand, as it is not only organic but also a gluten-free vegan source diet that shares awareness about chia seeds with athletes. These chia seed products comprise high practical and nutritional value, their chemical nature has abundant PUFAs, dietary fiber, protein, and bioactive compounds. The market is heavily driven by due to these natural, functional, and health-derived product qualities that fulfill the consumer's demands. Additionally, the demand for non-genetically modified organisms (GMO) chia seeds for growing represents a significant chance for raw material suppliers and distributors to spend, boosting the chia seeds market CAGR globally in recent years. However, these seeds are high in fiber and contain a variety of nutritious components. They are high in omega-3 fatty acids, as well as protein and minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc. Therefore, increased nutritional values increase demand for diverse meals and beverages. The product also serves as a meal supplement. Many businesses are introducing new dietary supplements and nutritional goods including chia seeds. For consequence, Acanchia, in conjunction with HNI Korea, introduced its organic high-quality Peruvian-cultivated black chia seeds as an ingredient in Starbucks' chia seed sipping yogurt. These factors are expected to boost global chia seeds market growth in the forecast period.

Restraining Factors

The strong demand and limited supply of chia seeds, the value of chia and chia-containing goods has risen rapidly, impacting the chia seed industry. However, strict regulatory regulations on the use of food components to ensure consumer safety are likely to hinder market development over the period of projection. Furthermore, lack of awareness of the health advantages of chia seeds in several developing or underdeveloped nations could hamper the global chia seed market's growth.

Market Segmentation

The global chia seeds market share is classified into source, product type, and application.

• The organic segment is expected to grow at the fastest pace in the global chia seeds market during the forecast period. 

Based on source, the global chia seeds market is divided into organic and conventional. Among these, the organic segment is expected to grow at the fastest pace in the global chia seeds market during the forecast period. This segment's growth is driven by the food and beverage industry's growing desire for organically derived and non-GMO products. Chia seed contains fiber, vitamins, and minerals in addition to omega-3 fatty acids. The growing desire for plant-based omega-3 replacements is driving up sales of organic chia seeds.

• The black chia seed segment is expected to grow at the fastest pace in the global chia seeds market during the forecast period.  

Based on the product type, the global chia seeds market is divided into brown chia seeds, white chia seeds, black chia seeds. Among these, the black chia seed segment is expected to grow at the fastest pace in the global chia seeds market during the forecast period. Due to the rich source of Omega-3 black chia seeds are a component of many dietary fiber and protein bars. Hence some consumers preferred to add these black chia seeds into their smoothies and juices, and often mixed into yogurt or sprinkled over the salad. In addition to these, the growing popularity of chia seeds as a superfood due to their nutritious value is a key driver of market expansion.

• The food and beverages segment are expected to hold the largest share of the global chia seeds market during the forecast period. 

Based on application, the global chia seeds market is divided into personal care products & cosmetics, animal feed & pet food, food & beverages, and nutritional & dietary supplements. Among these, the food and beverages segment are expected to hold the largest share of the global chia seeds market during the forecast period. The segment's growth in the coming years could be attributed to increased use of chia seeds in desserts, seed mixes, and morning cereals. The product's increased use in food and beverages can be associated to its capacity to regulate the ratio of glucose in the blood, hence reducing heart disease and metabolic activity in the human body.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Global Chia Seeds Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the global chia seeds market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the global chia seeds market over the predicted timeframe. In the United States, seeds are becoming more prevalent into health and dietary trends, such as snacks, energy drinks, and cereal granules. To boost their market share, chia seed retailers are aggressively developing educational marketing campaigns that include in-store presentations across the country, investing extensively in point-of-sale displays, and providing consumers with a certificate for evaluation for each batch of chia. All of these factors are projected to help drive global chia seeds market growth. The need for chia seeds in the North American market is driven by vegan dietary requirements, social lifestyle, health awareness, and a trend to switch from junk meals to nutritious snacks. To prevent heart problems, the American Heart Association suggests eating omega-3-rich foods and oils on a daily basis. Plant sources of omega-3 EFAs, such as chia seed, are becoming increasingly popular due to their ease of insertion into affordability and functional foods, as well as their neutral flavor. Chia seeds are marketed as ‘superfoods' in the United States, thus most merchants list vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant content on their packets to attract consumers.

Europe is expected to grow at the fastest pace in the global chia seeds market during the forecast period. The chia seed market in Europe is growing, due mainly to increasing awareness of health benefits and growing acceptance of vegan and gluten-free diets. Chia seeds are becoming increasingly popular in European meals due to their nutritional benefits. The expanding trend of clean eating, as well as the desire for non-GMO and organic products, are also helping to drive the industry. The outlook of the chia seeds market in Europe appears positive, with potential development driven by sustained demand for health and wellness, also the development of channels for distribution, including the rise of online shopping.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the global chia seeds along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Benexia
• Nutiva Inc.
• Garden of Life
• Mamma Chia
• Glanbia Nutritionals
• Salba Smart Natural Products
• Spectrum Organics Products LLC among others
• Navitas Organics
• Sesajal SA De CV
• Bioglan (PHARM-A-CARE Laboratories Pty. Ltd.)
• Chia Bia Slovakia, s.r.o.
• The Chia Co.
• Vega Produce LLC.
• CHOSEN FOODS INC
• Now Health Group, Inc.
• Naturkost Übelhör GmbH & Co. KG
• AgroBolivia (Negocios Europa Ltd.)
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In January 2022, Gestalt Brand Lab finished a thorough re-branding project for the leading innovator in the chia category, revamping the iconic Mamma Chia 'Goddess' figure, modernizing the color scheme, and designing fresh packaging for all Chia Seeds, Chia Beverages, and Chia Squeeze pouches.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the global chia seeds market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Chia Seeds Market, By Source

• Organic
• Conventional

Global Chia Seeds Market, By Product Type

• Brown Chia Seeds
• White Chia Seeds
• Black Chia Seeds

Global Chia Seeds Market, By Application

• Personal Care Products & Cosmetics
• Animal Feed & Pet Food
• Food & Beverages
• Nutritional & Dietary Supplements

Global Chia Seeds Market, By Region

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico

• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa