The China market dominated the Asia Pacific Leavening Agents Market by Country in 2023, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $540.8 Million by 2031. The Japan market is registering a CAGR of 5.5% during 2024-2031. Additionally, the India market is expected to showcase a CAGR of 6.8% during 2024-2031.
Direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales through e-commerce have enabled leavening agent brands to bypass intermediaries, allowing them to engage directly with customers, gather feedback, and tailor their offerings to specific needs. Smaller, niche brands have also thrived in this environment, catering to unique demands such as vegan or preservative-free these agents and reaching customers.
Moreover, the growing awareness of the nutritional benefits of certain agents is transforming consumer perceptions, especially among health-conscious individuals who prioritize nutrient-rich food choices. Yeast, for instance, is a crucial leavening agent and a valuable source of nutrients, particularly B vitamins like B1, B2, B3, and folic acid, as well as minerals like selenium and zinc.
In Japan, baking traditions meet innovation, resulting in a unique demand for high-quality agents that support traditional Japanese pastries and Western-inspired goods. Japanese consumers value fine texture and subtle flavor, which is evident in popular items like fluffy shokupan bread and airy castella cakes. As the interest in artisanal and minimally processed foods grows, the demand for yeast and other natural agents has risen. Japan’s aging population is also highly health-conscious, favoring lower-sodium and additive-free options, pushing bakeries and manufacturers to experiment with specialized leavening agents that cater to these preferences. Hence, such developments will aid in the expansion of the regional market.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Associated British Foods PLC (Wittington Investments Limited)
- Corbion N.V.
- Kerry Group plc.
- Novozymes A/S (Novo Holdings A/S)
- Cargill, Incorporated
- Puratos NV/SA
- SternVitamin GmbH & Co. KG (Stern-Wywiol Gruppe GmbH & Co. KG)
- Lesaffre Group
Market Report Segmentation
By Application
- Food
- Personal & Health Care
- Other Applications
By Form
- Biological
- Chemical
- Other Forms
By Country
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
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Companies Mentioned
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Associated British Foods PLC (Wittington Investments Limited)
- Corbion N.V.
- Kerry Group plc.
- Novozymes A/S (Novo Holdings A/S)
- Cargill, Incorporated
- Puratos NV/SA
- SternVitamin GmbH & Co. KG (Stern-Wywiol Gruppe GmbH & Co. KG)
- Lesaffre Group
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