Key Market Insights 

“Food Emulsifiers accounts for about 30 percent of the global emulsifier demand” 

The food emulsifiers market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2030, starting from US$ 2.6 Bn in 2021. 

The rising demand for food additives and processed food drives the food emulsifiers market as emulsifiers are the most common content of processed food. Emulsifiers are products that are used for altering the flavor and to improve the texture of food products. As per the report, it is estimated that about 74% of the approved food products globally contains emulsifiers, one of the key factor propelling the growth of the market. 

The production and consumption of food emulsifiers as food additives are increasing to a great extent. Wide acceptance of lecithin in a variety of food production due to its nontoxicity supports the demand for lecithin based food emulsifiers market. Moreover, increased consumption of convenience and premium food products drive the overall food emulsifiers market. 

Source Analysis

In 2021 plant-based emulsifiers dominated the food emulsifiers market and expected to continue its dominance during the forecast period. Consumers are more inclined to use plant-based emulsifiers due to its capacity to improve health and wellbeing. Moreover, the global market for vegan and vegetarian products estimated to be around US$ 51 billion in 2016 and expected to grow at a considerable rate that will drive the plant-based food emulsifiers market. In addition, in 2021, one out of four products launched in the UK was labeled as vegan and vegetarian, launches of vegan food products in the UK increased from 17% in 2020 to 23% in 2021 that is one of the key factors for the dominance of plant-based food emulsifiers market globally. 

Increasing consumer demand for transparency in listing food ingredients also supports market growth. As per a recent survey, about 67% of the consumers prefer knowing the ingredients that are present in the food products. Moreover, 86% of the consumer feels a sense of trust towards food products manufacturers that provide access to ingredient information. 

Regional Analysis 

“Rising demand for processed food in the North American region propels the market growth”  

North America dominated the food emulsifiers market in 2021 and projected to grow at a CAGR of around 4.5% during the forecast period. The growth of the market is supported by factors such as increased consumption of processed food in the North America region. For instance, as per the report titled Processed Food, the United States, the demand for processed food will expect to grow around 1.8% annually. Thereby, it supports the growth of the food emulsifiers market in the region. In addition, in June 2020, The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the mandatory removal of partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) from food products. Thereby, manufacturers are focusing to develop non-PHO alternatives is one of the key factors supporting the growth of the market. 

Major manufacturers in the North America region are focusing on increasing their product portfolio by launching new food emulsifiers. For instance, recently, DuPont Nutrition & Health developed a new and natural monoglyceride emulsifier. The new range of natural emulsifiers, Dimodan, provides manufacturers with improved efficiencies and production.

List of Companies Covered:

• Cargill, Incorporated
• DuPont
• Riken Vitamin Co., Ltd.
• Kerry Inc.
• Estelle Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
• Ingredion
• Palsgaard
• AAK Foods
• ADM
• Lonza
• Puratos
• Stepan Company
• DSM 

Key Industry Developments: 

• In December 2021, Cargill entered into a joint venture with Renmatix. The acquisition aims to explore opportunities for new and applications in the plant-based functional food segment. Through the acquisition, Cargill aims to draw the technology of Renmatix that uses water, heat and pressure to convert plant fiber into clean label emulsifier replacement. 
• In April 2021, Cargill increased its product portfolio by the launch of the latest range of plant-based emulsifiers. The new range of lecithin offers bread manufacturers plant-based emulsifiers. Moreover, lecithins offer a label-friendly alternative for manufacturing long-lasting quality bakery products. 
• In January 2019, Palsgaard announced the expansion of its business activities in Brazil. The company expanded its reach in Brazil by acquiring Condon. Condon is a leading supplier of special ingredients and bakery emulsifiers to the food industry in Brazil. Through the acquisition, Candon aims to increase its product portfolio and expand sales to North and South America. 

Historical & Forecast Period

This study report represents analysis of each segment from 2022 to 2032 considering 2023 as the base year. Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for each of the respective segments estimated for the forecast period of 2024 to 2032.

The current report comprises of quantitative market estimations for each micro market for every geographical region and qualitative market analysis such as micro and macro environment analysis, market trends, competitive intelligence, segment analysis, porters five force model, top winning strategies, top investment markets, emerging trends and technological analysis, case studies, strategic conclusions and recommendations and other key market insights.

Research Methodology

The complete research study was conducted in three phases, namely: secondary research, primary research, and expert panel review. key data point that enables the estimation of Food Emulsifiers market are as follows:

• Research and development budgets of manufacturers and government spending
• Revenues of key companies in the market segment
• Number of end users and consumption volume, price and value.
• Geographical revenues generate by countries considered in the report
• Micro and macro environment factors that are currently influencing the Food Emulsifiers market and their expected impact during the forecast period.

Market forecast was performed through proprietary software that analyzes various qualitative and quantitative factors. Growth rate and CAGR were estimated through intensive secondary and primary research. Data triangulation across various data points provides accuracy across various analyzed market segments in the report. Application of both top down and bottom-up approach for validation of market estimation assures logical, methodical and mathematical consistency of the quantitative data.

Key questions answered in this report

• What are the key micro and macro environmental factors that are impacting the growth of Food Emulsifiers market?
• What are the key investment pockets with respect to product segments and geographies currently and during the forecast period?
• Estimated forecast and market projections up to 2032.
• Which segment accounts for the fastest CAGR during the forecast period?
• Which market segment holds a larger market share and why?
• Are low and middle-income economies investing in the Food Emulsifiers market?
• Which is the largest regional market for Food Emulsifiers market?
• What are the market trends and dynamics in emerging markets such as Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa?
• Which are the key trends driving Food Emulsifiers market growth?
• Who are the key competitors and what are their key strategies to enhance their market presence in the Food Emulsifiers market worldwide?