Food Additives Market Report 2025

The food additives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $50.73 billion in 2024 to $53.65 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to consumer demand for convenience foods, government regulations & safety standards, increased urbanization, health and wellness trends, consumer preferences for texture & taste.

The food additives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $70.04 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to clean-label and natural additives, health concerns & obesity management, focus on food safety, global population growth, advances in biotechnology. Major trends in the forecast period include ethnic flavor demand, regenerative agriculture impact, focus on functional beverages, personalized nutrition, transparency & traceability.

The rising consumption of ready-to-eat food is anticipated to drive the growth of the food additives market in the future. Ready-to-eat food refers to items that can be consumed without any cleaning, cooking, or additional preparation by the eatery or the consumer. These foods utilize a range of natural and artificial preservatives to minimize spoilage due to microbial activity and to enhance food quality. For example, in August 2023, a survey conducted by Itochu Corporation, a Japan-based trading company, found that about 45% of 9,461 respondents reported consuming bento boxes - also known as ready-to-eat (RTE) lunch boxes - available at convenience stores. The results indicated that over 10% of those who purchase bento boxes consume them more than once a week, with a higher ratio observed among men and young consumers. Consequently, the increasing consumption of ready-to-eat food is expected to boost the growth of the food additives market going forward.

The increasing demand for confectionery products is expected to drive the growth of the food additives market in the future. Confectionery products refer to food items that are high in sugar and carbohydrates, including sweet pastries, cakes, candies, and other baked goods. Food additives play a vital role in the confectionery industry by imparting good taste, extending shelf life, and enhancing texture and appearance. They are essential for improving flavors, texture, and other sensory attributes of confections. For instance, in March 2023, the National Confectioners Association, a US-based trade organization, reported that total confectionery sales rose to $42.6 billion in 2022 from $36.9 billion in 2021, marking a growth of 15%. Additionally, chocolate sales saw a dollar sales growth of 9.1% in 2022. Thus, the rising demand for confectionery products is fueling the growth of the food additives market.

Product innovations are a significant trend gaining traction in the food additives market. Major companies in this sector are concentrating on developing innovative products to enhance their market position. For example, in May 2022, Lifeasible, a US-based biotechnology company, introduced nine new sweetener products within its food additives line to assist researchers in creating a wider variety of healthier foods. The new sweetener offerings from Lifeasible include Regular Stevia (80% - 98%), Rebaudioside A, Rebaudioside E, Enzymatically Modified Stevia (EMS), Healthy ready-to-eat sugar, Sucralose, Xylitol, Erythritol, and Sorbitol. A sweetener is a substance added to food or beverages to impart a sweet flavor, whether it contains actual sugar or a sugar substitute that has been sweetened. Artificial sweeteners are now commonly used in commercially produced processed foods and beverages. Additionally, there are organic, non-sugar sweeteners, such as glycyrrhizin found in licorice.

Major companies in the food additives market are concentrating on launching innovative products, such as Advanced Fermentation Additives, to enhance the food industry by introducing new additives and raw materials that improve food quality, safety, and functionality. Advanced fermentation additives are specialized substances designed to enhance the fermentation process by boosting microbial activity, increasing yield, and optimizing the production of desired metabolites across various industrial applications. For instance, in March 2023, the National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China (NHC), a cabinet-level executive department in China, announced the approval of 16 new food additives and one new food raw material. The newly approved food additives and raw materials, which include Leuconostoc pseudomesenteroides, enhance the fermentation process in products like cheese and flavored fermented milk, providing better flavor profiles and nutritional benefits. Their importance lies in promoting food safety and quality, as they must adhere to strict safety standards, thereby supporting consumer health and broadening the options available for food manufacturers.

In November 2022, Solina, a food ingredient company based in France, acquired Saratoga Food Specialties for $0.587 billion. This acquisition allows Solina to expand its presence in North America by incorporating liquid solutions into its existing dry seasoning capabilities and doubling the number of facilities in the region. It will also equip the North American organization with substantial expertise in the B2B, food service, and retail sectors. Saratoga Food Specialties is a US-based food production company that specializes in food and beverage additives.

Major companies operating in the food additives market are Ajinomoto Co Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Company, Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik, Cargill Incorporated, Chr. Hansen Holding A/S, Givuadan SA, Ingredion Incorporated, Kerry Group Plc., Tate & Lyle Plc., Novozymes A/S, Koninklijke DSM N.V., Evonik Industries AG, Lonza Group AG, Corbion N.V., DuPont de Nemours Inc., AGRANA Beteiligungs AG, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Biospringer, Ingredaco, Palmer Holland Inc., TRInternational Inc., Eastman Chemical Company, Palsgaard, DSM NV, Royal DSM.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the food additives market share in 2024. The regions covered in the food additives market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the food additives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Food additives are substances introduced into foods to enhance their color, appearance, texture, and shelf life. They can either be synthetically produced or derived from natural sources like plants, animals, and minerals.

Among the primary categories of food additives are preservatives, bulk sweeteners, sugar substitutes, emulsifiers, anti-caking agents, enzymes, food flavors, food colorants, and acidulants. Preservatives play a vital role in preventing spoilage triggered by bacteria, molds, fungi, and yeast. These additives, sourced from both synthetic and natural origins, find applications across beverages, bakery products, confectionery items, sauces and dressings, dairy products, and various other food applications.

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The food additives market consists of sales of food additives used in products such as baked goods, desserts, soups, sauces, and baby food to prevent microbial growth and contamination while also increasing shelf life. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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