Glucaric Acid Global Market Report 2024

The glucaric acid market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.98 billion in 2023 to $1.06 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors. These include the demand from the pharmaceutical industry, adoption of glucaric acid as a food additive, increasing environmental awareness, government regulations regarding its usage, ongoing research and development innovations, the rising demand for sustainable chemicals, applications in industrial cleaning, and the demand for glucaric acid in personal care products.

The glucaric acid market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.5 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several key factors. These include an increased focus on green chemistry practices, integration of bio-based polymers, capacity expansion initiatives, diversification within the agriculture and textiles sectors, and a heightened adoption of green packaging solutions. Major trends expected during this period encompass the utilization of glucaric acid in green packaging solutions, exploration of bio-based materials, integration of sustainable polymers, applications of renewable energy, adoption of biotechnological production methods, development of eco-friendly construction materials, and collaborative efforts towards innovation within the industry.

The glucaric acid market is poised for growth, driven by the increasing demand for eco-friendly and bio-based chemicals. Eco-friendly and bio-based chemicals are derived from renewable resources using environmentally friendly processes, reflecting a growing concern for sustainability and reduced reliance on fossil fuels. This demand surge is propelled by environmental awareness and regulatory pressures aimed at curbing carbon footprints and pollution. Glucaric acid, serving as a biodegradable alternative, finds application in various eco-friendly and bio-based chemical products such as detergents, corrosion inhibitors, and food additives. For example, the International Energy Agency reported a substantial increase in demand for vegetable oils, waste, and residue oils and fats, indicating a shift towards biofuel production from 2022 to 2027. This rising demand for eco-friendly chemicals is expected to boost the glucaric acid market.

Key players in the glucaric acid market are prioritizing innovation in production processes, particularly in full-scale glucaric acid fermentation, to offer cost-effective, high-purity, and environmentally friendly alternatives for industrial applications. This fermentation process involves the use of microorganisms to convert glucose-containing raw materials into glucaric acid. For instance, Kalion Inc. achieved a significant milestone by completing its first commercialization of glucaric acid through custom manufacturing at Evonik in Europe. Their product, KSPG40 glucaric acid, serves as a potent corrosion inhibitor, surpassing phosphates in water treatment. Additionally, Kalion provides high-purity calcium glucarate to the pharmaceutical market, offering reduced residue on ignition (ROI) compared to alternatives.

In January 2024, Chr Hansen Holding A/S and Novozymes A/S merged to establish Novonesis as a leading bio solutions partner. This strategic move aims to leverage combined expertise and resources to address global challenges and promote sustainability across various industries, including the production of glucaric acid. Novozymes A/S, a Denmark-based biotechnology company, contributes to the glucaric acid market with its range of bio-based products.

Major companies operating in the glucaric acid market are The Archer Daniels Midland Company, BASF SE, LyondellBasell Industries, Merck KGaA, Koninklijke DSM N.V, Sinochem Group, Roquette Frères SA, Novozymes A/S, Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, Toronto Research Chemicals Inc, Codexis Inc., Cayman Chemical Company, Tokyo Chemical Industry Co. Ltd, Biosynth Ltd, Chemrez Technologies Inc, Parchem Fine & Specialty Chemicals, Santa Cruz Biotechnology Inc, Rennovia Inc, Alfa Chemistry, Rivertop Renewables, Haihang Industry Co Ltd, CHEMOS GmbH & Co KG, AK Scientific Inc, Kalion Inc, PMP Inc, Shandong Baovi Energy Technology Co Ltd, Otto Chemie Pvt Ltd, Glentham Life Sciences Limited.

North America was the largest region in the glucaric acid market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the glucaric acid market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the glucaric acid market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Glucaric acid, also known as saccharic acid, is a chemical compound derived from the oxidation of glucose. It occurs naturally in small quantities in various fruits and vegetables, including oranges, apples, and broccoli.

The primary types of glucaric acid comprise calcium D-glucarate, pure glucaric acid, D-glucaric acid-1,4-lactone, potassium sodium D-glucarate, and others. Calcium D-glucarate is a combination of glucaric acid and calcium, which aids in detoxification by inhibiting beta-glucuronidase. These compounds find applications across diverse sectors such as detergents, healthcare, food manufacturing, corrosion inhibitors, among others. Sales channels are typically categorized into direct sales and indirect sales.

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The glucaric acid market consists of sales of L-glucaric acid, meso-glucaric acid, and glucaric acid dimers. 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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