Fruit and Vegetable Processing Enzymes Market Report 2025

The fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $43.99 billion in 2024 to $47.75 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of food and beverage industry, consumer demand for natural ingredients, focus on healthy and functional foods, improvement in processing efficiency, regulatory approvals for enzyme use.

The fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $65.23 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand for clean label products, application in novel food products, advancements in enzyme engineering, shift towards plant-based proteins, emergence of clean meat processing, application in fermentation processes. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in enzyme production, enzymes for textural improvement, cold-pressed juice processing, integration with industry 4 technologies, customized enzyme blends.

The expanding vegetarian population is poised to drive the fruit and vegetable processing enzyme market. Vegetarians, individuals whose diets predominantly consist of vegetables, fruits, grains, and occasionally eggs or dairy products, benefit from fruit and vegetable processing enzymes. These enzymes play a crucial role in improving the storage period of processed food products, particularly as fruits and vegetables constitute the primary source of sustenance for vegetarians. For instance, as of January 2022, around 10% of Americans over the age of 18 identified themselves as vegan or vegetarian, according to The Conversation, an Australia-based network of not-for-profit media outlets. Consequently, the growing vegetarian population is a significant driver for the fruit and vegetable processing enzyme market.

The increasing trend of health consciousness is anticipated to propel the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market. Health consciousness involves a heightened awareness and emphasis on maintaining and enhancing one's health and well-being. The rising consumer preference for healthier and more natural food choices has led to an increased interest in fruit and vegetable processing enzymes. These enzymes facilitate the production of products with fewer additives and preservatives, aligning with the demand for clean-label and natural offerings. According to a survey released by the International Food Information Council (IFIC) in May 2022, 52% of Americans followed a diet or eating pattern in 2022, up from 39% in the previous year. Notably, the increase was primarily observed among those under age 50, with popular diets including clean eating, mindful eating, calorie counting, and plant-based options. Therefore, the rising health consciousness among consumers is expected to drive the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market.

Product innovation is a significant trend in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market. Leading companies in this sector are creating innovative products to bolster their market position. For example, in May 2022, DSM, a Netherlands-based science-driven company, introduced a new enzyme called Cogranulation. This innovative process in enzyme technology involves the simultaneous granulation of multiple enzymes into one product, enhancing the functionality and stability of enzymes used in various applications, particularly within the food and feed industries.

Major companies in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market are actively engaged in the development of unique enzyme products, including innovative offerings such as self-cloned pectinase, to gain a competitive edge and boost revenue. Self-cloned pectinase specifically refers to an enzyme, often pectinase, that has been reproduced or replicated through a cloning process, primarily for applications such as pulp maceration and mashing in fruit juice processing. For example, in May 2022, WeissBioTech GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer of food additives, introduced NATUZYM MAX Extra. This proprietary self-cloned pectinase is meticulously designed for pulp maceration and mashing in the processing of apple and pear juice. Recognized among fruit and vegetable processing companies, NATUZYM enzyme products are renowned for their reliability in enhancing economic outcomes and processing efficiency. Enzymes such as pectinases, cellulases, beta-glucanases, and hemi-cellulases are commonly used in fruit juice production to optimize various aspects, such as increased yields, improved solid-liquid separation, enhanced juice filtration, depectinization, and concentration. NATUZYM MAX Extra, with its well-balanced pectinase activities, including pectin methylesterase (PME) and polygalacturonase (PG), is specifically formulated for optimal apple and pear maceration. This product can be applied at ambient temperature for the maceration of apples and pears intended for clear juice and concentrate.

In February 2022, Kerry Group, an Ireland-based taste and nutrition company, acquired c-LEcta and Enmex for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to strengthen the company's biotechnology capabilities, particularly in enzyme production and precision filtration, while also enhancing its product offerings, improving sustainability practices, and preserving a competitive advantage in the rapidly changing food and nutrition markets. c-LEcta is a Germany-based precision fermentation and bioprocessing company, while Enmex is a US-based enzyme manufacturer.

Major companies operating in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market include Associated British Foods plc., Koninklijke DSM N, Novozymes A/S, Group Soufflet, Advanced Enzymes, Jiangsu Boli Bioproducts Co Ltd., Biocatalysts, Amano Enzyme, F Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Sunson Industry Group, BASF SE, AB Enzymes, Biovet Private Limited, Chr Hansen Holding A/S, DowDuPont Inc., DSM NV, Enzyme Development Corporation, Enzymes Inc., Lonza Group AG, Novus International Inc., Kerry Group plc., Tate & Lyle PLC, Naturex SA.

North America was the largest region in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Fruit and vegetable processing enzymes are specialized proteins functioning as biological catalysts that accelerate chemical reactions. These enzymes facilitate fruit ripening, contributing to the development of specific coloration in fruits. Processing involving these enzymes extends the shelf life of fruits and vegetables.

Primary types of fruit and vegetable processing enzymes comprise amylase, pectinase, protease, and cellulose. Alpha-amylase, obtainable from plants, mammalian tissues, and microorganisms, adds significant value to the final product by enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs. These enzymes, derived from fungi and bacteria, are available in liquid and powder forms, serving diverse applications within the fruit and vegetable processing domain.

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The fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market consists of sales of pectinesterase, protopectinase, hemicellulose, and glucoamylase. 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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