Xanthan Gum Market

Xanthan Gum Market Research, 2032

The global xanthan gum market size was valued at $0.8 billion in 2018, and is projected to reach $1.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2023 to 2032.

Xanthan gum is a versatile food additive and thickening agent. It is used in a wide range of food and beverage products, including sauces, dressings, bakery items, and gluten-free products. As consumer preferences evolve, demand for convenient and functional foods has increased, driving the growth of the xanthan gum market.

Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, which is a type of complex carbohydrate, which is commonly used as a food additive and thickening agent. Xanthan gum possesses extraordinary properties as a thickener & stabilizer, owing to these properties it is widely utilized in food & beverage applications. In the food industry, xanthan gum helps in the formulation of innovative product development and is widely utilized in salad dressing, bakery products, range of convenience food, soups, sauces, frozen food, and dairy products including many others.

It is an ideal stabilizer to use in salad dressings. In frozen food, it offers better frozen stability, improves texture, and stabilizes emulsions. Furthermore, in bakery products, it improves texture, binds water, and provides easy pourability. Moreover, it is extensively used in low-calorie products to improve texture, bind water, and improve mouthfeel without adding calorie value. This in turn increases the demand for xanthan gum as a thickening & stabilizing agent and it is expected to drive the global xanthan gum industry during the forecast period.

However, while xanthan gum offers unique properties, it faces competition from other hydrocolloids and stabilizers that serve similar functions. Manufacturers might choose to use alternative ingredients if they are more cost-effective or provide specific advantages. This factor may restrain market growth during the forecast period.

The xanthan gum market is segmented into form, grade, end-use industry, and region. On the basis of form, the market is bifurcated into liquid and powder. On the basis of grade, the market is segregated into food grade, industrial grade, pharmaceutical grade, and others. On the basis of end-use industry, it is categorized into food & beverage, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, personal care & cosmetics, and others. On the basis of region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

The major players operating in the industry include Cargill Incorporated, DuPont De Nemours, Inc., The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Foodchem International Corporation, Deosen Biochemical Ltd., Tate and Lyle PLC, Ingredion Incorporated, CP Kelco ApS, Solvay S.A. and C.E. Roeper GmbH. These players have adopted product launch as their key strategy to strengthen their presence in the market.

Based on form, the powder xanthan gum segment accounted for the largest share in 2022, contributing to more than four-fifths of the global Xanthan gum market revenue due to xanthan gum is a key ingredient in gluten-free and allergen-free food formulations. It helps replicate the texture and structure that gluten provides in traditional products, making it essential for creating gluten-free alternatives that closely match their conventional counterparts. However, the liquid segment is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period.

Based on grade, the food grade segment accounted for the largest share in 2022, contributing to more than half of the global Xanthan gum market revenue, and is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period due to food safety regulations and standards have become increasingly stringent in many parts of the world. The use of food-grade ingredients and materials is often mandated to ensure that food products are safe for consumption. Businesses are adopting food-grade materials and ingredients to comply with these regulations and to enhance their brand reputation.

On the basis of the end-use industry, the construction segment dominated the largest market share in 2022 contributing to more than one-third of the global xanthan gum market revenue and is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period due to due to the construction industry experiencing growth and increased activity globally. With construction projects taking place around the clock, there is a growing demand for reliable and efficient lighting solutions, including Xanthan gums. 

Based on region, Asia-Pacific held the highest market share in terms of revenue in 2022, accounting for more than two-fifths of the global Xanthan gum market and is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period due to the Asia Pacific region having experienced rapid urbanization and rising disposable incomes, leading to increased demand for processed and convenience food. Applications of xanthan gum in enhancing texture, stability, and quality of these products have driven its demand.

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• Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
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