The Global Market for Food Additives

Report Code: FOD009H

Publish Date: Oct 2024

Publisher: BCC Publishing

Category: Food

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Report Highlights

The global market for food additives is expected to grow from $80.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $106.8 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2029.

Report Includes

  • 110 data tables and 42 additional tables
  • An overview of the global markets for food additives
  • Analyses of the global market trends, with data from 2023, estimates for 2024, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2029
  • Evaluation of market size and market shares of food additives based on type, application, source of origin and region
  • Discussion of developments in food additive R&D and technologies
  • Examination of the marketing of food additives, including distribution channels, the impact of large food processors and end-user selection criteria
  • Description of natural vs. artificial/ synthetic food additives and highlights of concerns related to artificial/ synthetic products and stringent regulations on their use
  • Discussion of environmental and regulatory considerations affecting food additives and their impact on products and markets
  • Overview of the sustainability trends and ESG developments in the industry, with emphasis on the ESG practices followed by leading companies, their ESG ratings, and consumer attitudes
  • Competitive intelligence, including companies’ market shares, recent M&A activity and venture funding
  • Profiles of the leading companies, including BASF, Givaudan, ADM, Ajinomoto Co. Inc., and International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

Report Scope

The report provides market projections for the food additives market from 2024 through 2029 and analyzes the market shares of leading companies. The food additives market is segmented by type into flavors, acidulants, non-nutritive sweeteners, colorants, flavor enhancers, preservatives, enzymes, and others. It is further segmented by source into natural and synthetic, and by application into beverages, bakery and confectionery, sauces, dressings and condiments, dairy and frozen desserts, sweet and savory snacks, and other applications. Regional estimates and forecasts include North America, Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, South America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Report Synopsis

Report Metrics Details
Base year considered 2023
Forecast period considered 2024-2029
Base year market size $77.2 billion
Market size forecast $106.8 billion
Growth rate CAGR of 5.8% for the forecast period of 2024-2029
Units considered $ Millions
Segments covered Type, Source, Applications, and Region
Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa
Countries covered U.S., Canada, Mexico, China, India, Japan, Australia, Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Middle East, and Africa
Key Market Drivers
  • Rising demand for natural food additives.
  • Increasing market demand from developing economies.
  • Increasing demand for processed food products.
Companies studied
ADMAJINOMOTO CO. INC.
ASSOCIATED BRITISH FOODS PLCBASF
CARGILL INC.CHR. HANSEN A/S, PART OF NOVONESIS
DSMGIVAUDAN
INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC.KERRY GROUP PLC
SYMRISETATE & LYLE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The estimated market size of the food additives market will be $ 106,811.5 million by 2029, with a CAGR of 5.8%.
  • Rising Demand for Natural Food Additives
  • Increasing Market Demand from Developing Economies
  • Increasing Demand for Processed Food Products.
The food additives market is segmented by type into flavors, acidulants, non-nutritive sweeteners, colorants, flavor enhancers, preservatives, enzymes, and others. It is further segmented by source into natural and synthetic, and by application into beverages, bakery & confectionery, sauces, dressings & condiments, dairy & frozen desserts, sweet & savory snacks, and other applications. Regional estimates and forecasts include North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.
The natural segment will continue to dominate the market by the end of 2029.
North America holds the largest market share, driven by the presence of key industry players and a well-established food processing industry.

Analyst Credentials

BCC Research Team possesses expertise and experience in life and physical science domains. They specialize in offering valuable business insights, including industry analysis, competitor intelligence, strategic and financial analysis, and opportunity assessment. The team has in-depth knowledge of various sectors, including healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, IT, automation, advanced materials, and energy. They are proficient in qualitative and quantitative market intelligence providing clients with actionable insights. With a vast understanding of the competitive landscape, the team can support clients in making data-driven decisions to help them achieve a competitive edge in their respective markets.

Consulting Editor’s Credentials

Melissa Dueck brings more than 25 years of health industry experience to the consulting analyst role with expertise in pharmaceuticals, medical technologies, and hospital operations. Ms. Dueck holds an MBA in Health Care Management, an MPH in Global Health, and is a pending doctoral candidate. She has authored several industry-specific documents and is a well-respected, trusted contributor to the market intelligence community. Her writings are published in magazines, newspapers, and professional journals. She is also an experienced custom market research writer who has worked with a large variety of clients in many fields who require innumerable variations to research documents. Ms. Dueck serves the health and medical community through emergency room medical training, healthcare information system coordination, program implementation and evaluations, and strategic business oversight planning.

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Table of Contents

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: The Global Market for Food Additives130Free
Chapter- 1: Introduction3Free
Chapter- 2: Market Overview5Free
Chapter- 3: Market Dynamics6Free
Chapter- 4: Patent Analysis4Free
Chapter- 5: Market Segmentation Analysis59Free
Chapter- 6: Competitive Intelligence8Free
Chapter- 7: Sustainability in the Food Additives Market: An ESG Perspective4Free
Chapter- 8: Appendix41Free
Published - May-2021| Analyst - BCC Publishing| Code - FOD009G

Report Highlights

The global market for food additives should grow from $41.9 billion in 2020 to $51.6 billion by 2025 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% for the period of 2020-2025.

Published - Aug-2016| Analyst - Jason Chen| Code - FOD009F

Report Highlights

The global market for food additives should reach $43.3 billion by 2021 from $36.7 billion in 2016 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4% from 2016 to 2021.

Published - Nov-2009| Analyst - Charles Forman| Code - FOD009E

Report Highlights

  • Overall sales in the U.S. market for food additives were nearly $6.2 billion in 2009. By 2014, it is projected to increase to $6.7 billion, for a 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.5%.
  • The largest segment flavors and enhancers market was nearly $1.9 billion 2009; this projected to reach $2 billion in 2014, for a 5-year CAGR of 1.5%.
  • Sales in the formulation aids additive market amounted to $1.3 billion in 2009 which projected to increase to $1.4 billion in 2014, for a 5-year CAGR of 1.5%.
Published - Jul-2002| Analyst - Charles Forman| Code - FOD009D

Report Highlights

  • The total u.s. market for food additives reached nearly $5 billion in 2001 and is expected to rise at an average annual growth rate (AAGR) of 3.2% to $5.8 billion in 2006.
  • Flavorings and flavor enhancers are the largest of all classes of additives, almost $1.25 billion in 2001, growing to $1.46 billion in 2006.
  • Formulation aids are a $1.1 billion dollar market that should grow to almost $1.3 billion in 2006 at an AAGR of 2.7%.
  • Calorie reduction agents, while a billion dollar market, are not as large as previously expected because of the economic slowdown and product competition.
  • Processing aids and others should reach $629 million in 2006.
  • The market for acidulants should grow at a 3.3% AAGR to $483 million in 2006.
  • The smaller preservatives and food colorants/adjuvants segments are each growing at an AAGR of 3%.

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