Product Code: ETC5793374 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
Insect protein refers to proteins derived from insects such as crickets, mealworms, and black soldier fly larvae, which are increasingly used as alternative protein sources in animal feed, pet food, and human nutrition products. Insect protein offers nutritional benefits, environmental sustainability, and efficient production compared to conventional protein sources such as soybean meal or fishmeal. With Iran agriculture sector, livestock industry, and food processing market, the demand for insect protein is influenced by factors such as feed formulation, protein supplementation, and sustainable farming practices.
The Iran insect protein market is influenced by factors such as sustainable food production, alternative protein sources, and environmental awareness. Insect protein, derived from edible insects such as crickets, mealworms, and grasshoppers, offers a nutritious and eco-friendly protein source for human and animal consumption, driving its adoption in Iran for addressing food security, nutrition, and sustainability challenges.
The insect protein market in Iran faces challenges due to limited acceptance of insect-based foods and competition from traditional protein sources. Additionally, concerns regarding food safety and consumer perception pose significant hurdles for market growth.
In alignment with efforts to promote sustainable food production and address protein demand, the Iranian government has implemented policies to regulate and promote the insect protein market. These policies focus on agricultural regulations, research funding, and industry partnerships to support the cultivation, processing, and utilization of insect-based protein sources for animal feed, pet food, and human consumption.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Iran Insect Protein Market Overview |
3.1 Iran Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Iran Insect Protein Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Iran Insect Protein Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Insect Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Iran Insect Protein Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing awareness and adoption of sustainable protein sources |
4.2.2 Increasing focus on food security and self-sufficiency |
4.2.3 Rising demand for alternative protein sources in the food industry |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Limited awareness and acceptance of insect protein among consumers |
4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and lack of clear guidelines for insect protein production |
4.3.3 Price sensitivity and higher production costs compared to traditional protein sources |
5 Iran Insect Protein Market Trends |
6 Iran Insect Protein Market Segmentations |
6.1 Iran Insect Protein Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverages, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Nutrition, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Iran Insect Protein Market, By Insect Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Cricket, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Grasshoppers, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Ants, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Mealworms, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Black Soldier Flies, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Iran Insect Protein Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021-2031F |
7 Iran Insect Protein Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Iran Insect Protein Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Iran Insect Protein Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in insect protein product launches in Iran |
8.2 Number of research studies and publications on the benefits of insect protein consumption |
8.3 Growth in the number of insect protein farms or production facilities in Iran |
9 Iran Insect Protein Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Iran Insect Protein Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Opportunity Assessment, By Insect Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Iran Insect Protein Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Iran Insect Protein Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Iran Insect Protein Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Iran Insect Protein Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |