Nutraceutical Excipients Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The nutraceutical excipients market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.03 billion in 2024 to $4.36 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for nutraceutical products, growing awareness of the health benefits of nutraceuticals, advancements in technology and product innovation, increasing healthcare costs and the need for preventative healthcare, growing aging population and prevalence of chronic diseases.

The nutraceutical excipients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.61 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing awareness regarding nutraceutical applications, growing demand for functional foods, rising prevalence of chronic diseases, advancements in technology and product innovation, growing healthcare infrastructure and insurance coverage in developing countries. Major trends in the forecast period include clean label excipients, advanced delivery systems, customized excipient solutions, focus on sustainability.

The increasing demand for health and wellness is anticipated to drive the growth of the nutraceutical excipients market in the future. Health and wellness refer to a comprehensive state of physical, mental, and social well-being, highlighting the importance of lifestyle choices, preventive measures, and positive behaviors that contribute to an individual's overall thriving and quality of life. Nutraceutical excipients play a crucial role in enhancing the bioavailability, stability, delivery, palatability, and regulatory compliance of nutraceutical products, thereby improving their effectiveness in promoting health and wellness. For example, in September 2024, a report from the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a US-based nonprofit organization, noted that the UK's wellness market reached $224 billion in 2022, ranking fifth globally - behind the US, China, Germany, and Japan - while exceeding its global population rank of 21st, with around 69 million residents. Thus, the rising demand for health and wellness is propelling the growth of the nutraceutical excipients market.

Leading companies in the nutraceutical excipients market are concentrating on creating innovative products, such as plant-based excipients, to meet the rising demand for natural and sustainable ingredients. Plant-based excipients are derived from natural sources and serve as inactive components in dietary supplements and functional foods. They play a vital role in enhancing stability, bioavailability, and overall effectiveness, including various types of fillers, binders, and stabilizers like cellulose and gum arabic, which facilitate nutrient delivery and ensure product consistency. For instance, in May 2023, Roquette Frères, a France-based food company, introduced PEARLITOL ProTec. This new excipient is designed to improve the stability of probiotic supplements. PEARLITOL ProTec is a plant-based co-processed blend of mannitol and maize starch that effectively protects moisture-sensitive active ingredients, thereby providing enhanced shelf life and compatibility for various consumer-friendly dosage forms.

In September 2022, Roquette Freres, a French-based provider of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical excipients, acquired Crest Cellulose for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is part of Roquette's strategy to enhance its plant-based excipient portfolio, particularly for the nutraceutical industry. Additionally, Roquette aims to strengthen its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, where Crest Cellulose is based. The acquisition aligns with Roquette's strong growth ambitions and its commitment to meeting the increasing demand for plant-based excipients. Crest Cellulose, an India-based manufacturer, specializes in pharmaceutical excipients.

Major companies operating in the nutraceutical excipients market report are Cargill Incorporated, BASF SE, Air Liquide, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, Evonik Industries AG, Associated British Foods plc, Dow DuPont Inc., International Flavors And Fragrances Inc, Conagra, Kerry Group plc, Ingredion, Givaudan, Lonza Group, Glanbia plc, Barilla Group, Sensient Technologies Corporation, Azelis Group, Hilmar Cheese Company Inc, Ashland Inc., Hawkins Inc., Innophos, SPI Pharma Inc., Nexira, Pfanstiehl Inc., Biogrund GmbH.

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

The nutraceutical excipients market consists of sales of preservatives, solubilizers, emulsifiers, colorants, and antioxidants. 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).

Nutraceutical excipients are inactive ingredients added to dietary supplements and functional foods to enhance their palatability, stability, bioavailability, and other properties, ensuring their quality and effectiveness.

The main types of nutraceutical excipients include fillers and diluents, binders, disintegrants, coating agents, flavoring agents, and lubricants. Fillers and diluents, for example, are commonly used to add bulk, improve processing, and ensure uniformity in the final product. These excipients come in dry and liquid forms and are utilized by various end users, including protein and amino acids, prebiotics and probiotics, vitamins, and others.

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