Food Irradiation Trends: Market Research Report

October 2010 | 86 pages | ID: FAD730259B0EN
Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Abstracts

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Food Irradiation Trends in US$ Million.

The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Europe, and Rest of World.

Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2007 through 2015.

A seven-year historic analysis is also provided for these markets.

The report profiles 18 companies including many key and niche players such as Food Technology Service, Inc., GRAY*STAR, Inc., IONISOS SA, MDS Nordion, PHYTOSAN S.A.de C.V, REVISS Services (UK) Limited, SADEX Corporation, ScanTech Sciences, Inc., Sterigenics International, Inc., and STERIS Isomedix Services.

Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.

Company profiles are mostly extracted from URL research and reported select online sources.

Contents

1.INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study

2.INDUSTRY OVERVIEW

Food Irradiation: A Promising Technology
Approximating the Market Opportunity
Factors Influencing Market Development

Table 1. Worldwide Irradiated Food Market (2009E) – Percentage Share Breakdown of Volume for Dry Spices and Vegetables, Garlic & Potatoes, Grains and Fruits, Meat and Seafood, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Food Irradiation for Managing Post Harvest Losses
Factors Generating Interest in Food Irradiation Services
Food Borne Fatalities
Fresh and Exotic Foods Rope in Irradiation
Food Safety Benefits and Taste
Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria Strains
Restrictions on Fumigation Methods
Food Loss from Infestation and Contamination
International Trade in Food Products
Market Dynamics
Consumer Opinion – ‘Key to Growth’
Call for Rationalization
High Capital Costs Gnaw Growth of Irradiation Market
Irradiation and Global Trade-Rising Corporate Influence Over Worldwide Food Supply
Labeling the Deep Corner of Irradiation
Studies That Call for Second Thoughts
Genetic Engineering and Food Irradiation- Threat to Global Food Security
Food Irradiation and 2-ACBs

3.FOOD IRRADIATION - A HISTORICAL REVIEW

Emergence and Evolution of Food Irradiation
The US Army Initiative
Food Irradiation Across the World

4.A REVIEW OF FOOD IRRADIATION INDUSTRY OUTSIDE THE US

International Food Trade Prompts Countries to Opt for Irradiation
Food Irradiation in Different Countries

Table 2. Number of Countries with Commercial Application of Food Irradiation Technology (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Food Irradiation Facilities Worldwide (Outside the US)
Foods Approved for Irradiation Across the World

5.IRRADIATION TECHNOLOGIES AND PROCESSES

Concept of Food Irradiation
Combating Myths and Realities
Irradiation Process
Food Irradiation Applications

Table 3. Cost Estimates For Irradiation Facility by Technology Type

Various Approaches
Gamma Radiation
Electron Beam (e-beam) Radiation
X-Ray Radiation
Comparison of Ionizing Radiation
Benefits and Drawbacks of Food Irradiation

6.ALTERNATIVE FOOD PROTECTION TECHNIQUES

Ultra-High Pressure Technology
Ozone Treatment
Steam Pasteurization
Fumigation
Food Coating Technology
Other Alternative Approaches

7.RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY

PARAS Foods Commences Irradiation Treatment Services
IOWA State University Closes Irradiation Plant
Gamma Agro-Medical Processing to Establish Food Irradiation Plant
Vardaan Agratech Establishes Food Irradiation Project
Jhunsons Chemicals Establishes SBARRC

8.FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS

Food Technology Service, Inc. (US)
GRAY*STAR, Inc. (US)
IONISOS SA (France)
MDS Nordion (Canada)
PHYTOSAN S.A. de C.V. (Mexico)
REVISS Services (UK) Ltd (UK)
SADEX Corporation (US)
ScanTech Sciences, Inc.
Sterigenics International, Inc. (US)
STERIS Isomedix Services (US)

9.GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

Table 4. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Food Irradiation by Geographic Region – US, Canada, Europe and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 5. World Historic Review for Food Irradiation by Geographic Region – US, Canada, Europe and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2006 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 6. World 11-Year Perspective for Food Irradiation by Geographic Region – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe and Rest of World Markets for Years 2005, 2010 & 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

10.THE UNITED STATES

A. MARKET ANALYSIS

Food Irradiation – A Nascent Yet High Potential Market
Major Food Products Approved for Irradiation (1963-2008)
Industry Facts and Figures
Growth Drivers
Advanced Applications Market Beckons Irradiation
Consumer Attitude Pegs Up Market for Irradiated Foods
Support From Other Quarters
Market Restraints
Concerns for the Industry
Consumer and Retailer Perceptions Hamper Adoption
Consumer Groups in Thick Action
Irradiation Technology: Countering Food Borne Diseases
Rising Cases of Meat Product Contamination
Contamination in Lettuce & Spinach
Contamination Issues in Spices
FDA Approves Irradiation of Spinach and Iceberg Lettuce
US Approves Import of Irradiated Fruits and Vegetables
Irradiation Facilities in the US
Retailers – Link Between Manufacturer and End Consumer
Potential Application Areas
Spices and Herbs
Nutraceuticals and Botanicals
Food Packaging Products
Milestones in the US Food Irradiation Industry
Major Historical Developments in the US Food Irradiation Market (1905-2000)
Formation of ICGFI
With the Global Onset
Codex Alimentarius
Food Irradiation Processing Alliance
Commercialization
Regulatory Status of Food Irradiation in the US
Foods Regulated for Irradiation in the US and Permitted Dosage
Regulations in Labeling
Packaging

Table 7. Packaging Materials Approved for Use in Irradiation of Pre-Packaged Food Products (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Select Food Irradiation Companies in the US and Irradiation Facilities
Historic Review
Irradiated Foods Across Supermarket Shelves
Irradiation of Hawaiian Sweet potatoes
Juices Granted Approval
Red Meat on the Irradiated Tray
Pet Foods Gain Approval for Irradiation

B. MARKET ANALYTICS

Table 8. US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Food Irradiation Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 9. US Historic Review for Food Irradiation Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2006 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

11.CANADA

A. MARKET ANALYSIS

Outlook
Food for Irradiation

B. MARKET ANALYTICS

Table 10. Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Food Irradiation Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 11. Canadian Historic Review for Food Irradiation Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2006 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

12.EUROPE

A. MARKET ANALYSIS

Outlook
Regulatory Scenario
Food Products Authorized for Irradiation in Select EU Member States
Steps Proposed to Irradiate Foodstuff by European Commission
United Kingdom
Approved Food Items for Irradiation in the UK
Mandatory Labeling Regulations
Averse Attitude Stifles Potential

B. MARKET ANALYTICS

Table 12. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Food Irradiation Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 13. European Historic Review for Food Irradiation Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2006 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

13.REST OF WORLD

A. MARKET ANALYSIS

Outlook
Snapshots

Table 14. Number of Food Irradiation Facilities in Select Asian Countries (As of 2006) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Commercial Food Irradiation Facilities (Operational) Outside the US and Europe

Table 15. Volume of Food Irradiated in Select Asian (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Countries (2005)
Australia & New Zealand
Irradiation Plants in the Region
China
Overview
Regulatory Scenario
India

Table 16. Food Products Cleared for Radiation by Government of India

Food Irradiation Gains Ground
Indonesia
Pakistan
Philippines
Thailand
Latin America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Cuba
Mexico
Peru

B. MARKET ANALYTICS

Table 17. Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Food Irradiation with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2007 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 18. Rest of World Historic Review for Food Irradiation with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2006 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Competition
Total Companies Profiled:
Region/CountryPlayers
The United States
Canada
Europe
France
The United Kingdom
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan)
Latin America