Clean Label Ingredients Market Report 2026

The clean label ingredients market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $56.59 billion in 2025 to $62.42 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to consumer distrust of synthetic additives, growth of processed foods, expansion of health awareness, regulatory support for clean labeling, availability of natural ingredients.

The clean label ingredients market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $93.42 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to clean eating trends, growth of functional foods, innovation in natural preservation, demand for allergen free products, expansion of organic food markets. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for short ingredient lists, growing adoption of natural food additives, expansion of plant based ingredient solutions, increasing transparency in food labeling, higher use of fermentation derived ingredients.

The increasing incidence of food fraud globally is expected to drive the growth of the clean-label ingredients market. Food fraud involves the intentional deception or misrepresentation of food products for financial gain, including practices such as adulteration, substitution, or mislabeling to enhance profits or mislead consumers. As awareness of such deceptive practices grows among consumers, there is an increasing demand for transparent and trustworthy food products. Clean-label ingredients, which are characterized by simplicity, recognizability, and minimal processing, cater to this demand. Factors such as health and wellness trends, regulatory compliance, brand differentiation, traceability, and the rising availability of clean-label options further support the market's expansion. For instance, in May 2024, SGS DIGICOMPLY, a Switzerland-based AI-driven platform focused on real-time food safety monitoring, reported 5,475 food fraud incidents in 2023, up from 4,881 incidents in 2022. Consequently, the rise in food fraud incidents is fueling the growth of the clean-label ingredients market.

Leading companies in the clean-label ingredients arena are actively creating novel clean-label antimicrobial ingredients to maintain their market presence. Clean label antimicrobial ingredients inhibit pathogen growth in food products without compromising taste or functionality. For instance, in June 2023, Florida Food Products LLC unveiled VegStable Secure, an innovative clean label antimicrobial designed to safeguard foods from pathogens like Listeria monocytogenes. This plant-based solution extends shelf life while ensuring food safety, aligning with consumer demands for recognizable, trusted ingredients. VegStable Secure addresses the industry's shift towards cleaner labels and natural alternatives, offering a USDA-approved option for various food applications.

In October 2025, CIRANDA Inc., a US-based food ingredients company, partnered with Incredo to introduce clean label sugar solutions for food and beverage manufacturers. Through this partnership, CIRANDA and Incredo seek to support reduced-sugar formulations by combining CIRANDA’s supply capabilities with Incredo’s patented Incredo Sugar technology, enabling manufacturers to reduce sugar content while preserving taste, texture, and clean ingredient labels. Incredo Ltd. is an Israel-based food technology company that specializes in developing sugar-based, clean label sugar reduction solutions using real cane or beet sugar formulated to deliver sweetness with significantly less sugar.

Major companies operating in the clean label ingredients market are Cargill Incorporated, Koninklijke DSM N.V., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Company, Kerry Group Public Limited Company, Tate and Lyle Public Limited Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Chr. Hansen A/S, Corbion N.V., Sensient Technologies Corporation, Groupe Limagrain, Frutarom Industries Ltd., Givaudan SA, Dohler GmbH, Takasago International Corporation, Mane SA, Synthite Industries, PureCircle Limited, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Symrise AG, Firmenich International SA, GLG Life Tech Corp., DDW The Colour House, Chenguang Biotech Group, Yunnan Rainbow Biotech Co. Ltd., Huabao International Holdings Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the clean label ingredient market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the clean label ingredient market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the clean label ingredients market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the clean label ingredients market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The clean-label ingredient market consists of sales of bio preservatives, plant-based ingredients, gluten-free enzymes, natural hydrocolloids, natural food stabilizers, natural antioxidants, and rice starch. 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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