Acid (GLA)
Date: March 26, 2025
Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA): Extracted from evening primrose
Market Overview
Multi-industry applications: Pharma, Healthcare, Food Additives
Growing focus on health and wellness; Native to North American biennial plant
Emerging opportunities in nutraceuticals and supplements
Market Value & Growth Projections
Market Statistics: Current Market Size (2023): USD 56 million
Projected Market Size (2032): USD 75.66 million
Compound Annual Growth Rate
3.40%
Key Market Drivers:
Increasing health-conscious lifestyles
Rising chronic disease prevalence
Expansion of nutraceutical market
Growing interest in alternative health solutions
Emerging applications in cosmetics and nutrition
Univar Solutions
Key Market Players
Merck KGaA
Regional Market Analysis
North America:
USD 15.45 million (2023); CAGR: 2.91%;
Strong in pharma, healthcare, food additives
Europe: Significant market presence; Countries: Germany, UK, France, Italy;
Diverse application landscape
Asia-Pacific: Rapid growth potential;
Key countries: China, Japan, India; Increasing pharma and healthcare demand
Middle East & Africa:
Unique market dynamics; Focus on pharmaceutical applications; Countries: Saudi Arabia, UAE
South & Central America:
Emerging market; Countries: Brazil, Argentina; Growing market awareness
