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The global bromelain market size reached USD 376.25 million in 2024 and is anticipated to increase from USD 404.47 million in 2025 to an estimated USD 775.46 million by 2034, witnessing a CAGR of 7.50% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2034. The demand for natural and plant-based supplements has increased due to plant-driven origin and health benefits associated with bromelain, driving the market. Growing awareness of bromelain's health benefits is increasing its use in various applications.
The bromelain market has witnessed significant growth due to increased awareness associated with diverse therapeutic and functional properties of bromelain, including anti-inflammatory, digestive, and skin-rejuvenating capabilities for various industries like healthcare & pharmaceutical, food & beverages, and cosmetics & skin care. The increased demand for functional food, dietary supplements, and natural and plant-based ingredients is driving the use of bromelain in those industries. Key vendors are focusing on improving production efficiency, and penetrating high-growth regions to expand portfolios is contributing to increasing market competition.
The rising awareness of health benefits associated with bromelain is the major driver of the global market. The anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and digestive properties of bromelain have increased its utilization in healthcare and pharmaceutical applications. Additionally, the ongoing focus on improving its wound healing and inflammation management areas is holding significant opportunities for novel innovation and developments.
Consumers are seeking natural and plant-based alternatives to synthetic medications, driven the growth of the bromelain market. Pharmaceutical applications have increased focus on high-purity bromelain for therapeutic properties like wound-healing, pain relief, and anti-inflammation, driving the essential need for effective and natural treatment solutions. Technological advancements like advanced extraction and purification techniques are enabling enhancements of quality and purity of bromelain, making it more suitable for health & pharmaceutical applications. For example, Enzyme Technologies widely uses its high-purity bromelain products for applications, including pharmaceutical and food, with a focus on quality and reliability. The ongoing research and developments are further contributing to the need for high-purity bromelain. Companies are focusing on producing high-purity bromelain to comply with their current demands in pharmaceutical as well as food applications.
The major restraints of the bromelain market are limited consumer education, lack of standardization, and insufficient industrial understanding. The major consumer base is unaware of the benefits associated with bromelain and its effective way of use. Industries like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals haven’t fully understood the potential application of bromelain. Additionally, insufficient marketing and education efforts had been limiting awareness and understanding of bromelain's benefits. However, growing government emphasis on launching awareness campaigns and expanding e-commerce platforms is fostering awareness and popularity of bromelain, increasing its demand in dietary supplements, therapeutic applications, and anti-aging products. Lack of education among the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry led to several bromelain-containing drugs.
North America’s Strong Demand for Bromelain in Food & Beverage, Fueling Market Growth
North America dominated the bromelain market in 2024, due to the region’s rising demand for bromelain in the food & beverage industry. The industry has increased adoption of bromelain for flavor improvements and as digestive aids. Well-established healthcare & pharmaceutical industry also covers a large adoption area for bromelain for various applications, like anti-inflammatory and digestive health products. North America has a high consumption of processed foods and meat, which drives significant demand for bromelain as a tenderizer and digestive enzyme. The existence of strong research and development institutes and key companies in the region fosters innovation and development of novel bromelain-based products for healthcare, cosmetics, as well as food industries.
The U.S. is a major player in regional bromelain market growth driven by expanding use of bromelain in applications, including cosmetics and personal care. The U.S. has witnessed a rise in the trend of natural and plant-based products, which drives the adoption of bromelain as a plant-derived enzyme. The strong and expanding R&D sector of the U.S. is involved in innovation, development, and advancements in bromelain-based enzymes and derivatives to enhance their characteristics for skin care, healthcare, as well as food & beverage applications.
The study, titled "Pain Management in Burned Patients Treated with Bromelain-Based Enzymatic Debridement", was published in February 2025, investigated the pain management strategies associated with NexoBrid, a bromelain-based enzymatic debridement agent. The study found no significant difference in pain control between burn patients treated with NexoBrid and those who were not.
High Pineapple Cultivation Providing Easy Access for All Applications in Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest in the bromelain market over the forecast period due to its increased use of bromelain in various applications, including food & beverage, pharmaceutical applications, and cosmetics and skincare products. The regional surge for natural plant-based products is fueling the adoption of bromelain. Extensive pineapple cultivation in the region enables access to raw materials for bromelain production, highly influencing market growth. The growing popularity of clean-label and organic products is fostering demand for natural ingredients, including bromelain, in the Asian market.
India is the second-largest country, leading the regional bromelain market due to government initiatives in promoting awareness about the benefits of bromelain-based products.
China holds the largest market share in the region due to its extensive use of bromelain in food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetic products. China’s initiatives in technological advancements foster manufacturing practices of bromelain enzymes.
The stem segment held the largest bromelain market share in 2024.
Due to the higher yield and cost-effectiveness of stem bromelain. Stem segment uses a non-edible part of the pineapple, which makes it for sustainable source of bromelain. The wide use of stem bromelain in treating inflammation, digestion, and as a meat tenderiser, wound healing, and pain relief properties, fosters its demand.
The fruit segment is anticipated to witness significant growth in the forecast period.
Driven by its natural origin and versatility. Pineapple fruit holds higher enzymatic activity, making it a dominant source of bromelain. Fruits bromelain is mainly used the food and beverage and cosmetic applications, due to its meat tenderization and exfoliating, and anti-inflammatory properties.
The powder segment dominated the bromelain market in 2024.
Driven by its widespread application in various industries. The powder form of bromelain is convenient, easy to formulate, stable, and versatile. It is widely used across various applications, including dietary supplements, food products, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. The longer shelf life of powder bromelain makes it ideal for such applications.
The liquid segment is anticipated to grow fastest over the forecast period.
The market has witnessed major preference for powder bromelain, however, notable use of liquid bromelain in pharmaceutical applications for precise dosing, food & beverage applications for prevention of chill haze in beverages, and cosmetics applications for formulation of creams and serums are fostering segment growth. Versatility and specific application of liquid bromelains shape segment expansion.
The food & beverage segment dominated the bromelain market in 2024.
The increased consumption of processed food and beverages drives the use of bromelain in the food & beverage sector. Additionally, increased consumer preference for natural and clean-label ingredients fosters market growth. Bromalin is mainly used as a natural meat tenderizer, a food preservative, in the formulation of beer, brewing applications to improve clarity and stability of beer, and in functional food due to its anti-inflammatory and digestive properties, making it popular for its health benefits.
The healthcare & pharmaceuticals segment expects significant growth in the market during the forecast period.
Due to the extensive use of bromelain in therapeutic applications, driven by its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and proteolytic properties. The increased prevalence of chronic diseases like digestive issues, arthritis, sinusitis, osteoarthritis, and cardiovascular disorders is driving the use of bromelain. The increased demand for natural and plant-based products in healthcare & pharmaceutical applications is shaping the segment growth. The use of bromelain for pain relief and reducing swelling is high.
Dr. Kevin SERROR
URSAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH
Changsha Natureway Co., Ltd.
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