Citrus Extracts Market Report 2026

The citrus extracts market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.9 billion in 2025 to $9.56 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of natural ingredient markets, expansion of citrus processing industries, increasing use of plant-based extracts, rising consumer preference for natural products, improvements in extraction technologies.

The citrus extracts market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.68 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for functional cosmetics ingredients, rising use in nutraceutical formulations, expansion of pharmaceutical-grade extracts, increasing investments in sustainable extraction processes, growing focus on high-purity citrus compounds. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of natural bioactive extracts, rising demand for antioxidant-rich ingredients, growing use in cosmetics and personal care, expansion of supercritical extraction techniques, enhanced focus on clean extraction methods.

The growing consumer emphasis on health and wellness is expected to drive the expansion of the citrus extracts market going forward. This rising focus on health and wellness is fueled by greater awareness of the benefits of healthy living and the prevention of chronic illnesses. Citrus extracts contain high levels of vitamins, antioxidants, and bioactive compounds that help strengthen immunity, aid digestion, and support overall well-being. For instance, in October 2023, according to Tetra Pak, a Switzerland-based packaging company, consumers increasingly view technology as critical to future health and sustainability, with 65% anticipating its growing role in health and 62% associating it with a more sustainable future. Nearly half (48%) also believe technology will help ensure universal access to healthy food and beverages. Therefore, the growing consumer emphasis on health and wellness is driving the growth of the citrus extracts market.

Major companies operating in the citrus extracts market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as orange-oil replacer technologies, to address increasing demand for cost-effective, clean-label, and supply-stable citrus flavor ingredients. Orange-oil replacers are designed to replicate the sensory characteristics of natural orange oil while reducing reliance on citrus harvests and fluctuating essential-oil supply chains. These solutions typically use natural flavor compounds, emulsions, or spray-dried systems to recreate the aroma, taste, and functional properties of traditional citrus extracts. For instance, in September 2024, Flavorchem, a US-based flavor and ingredient manufacturer, launched Taste Mod Orange, an advanced orange-oil replacer introduced after 2022. The product is offered in extract, emulsion, and spray-dried formats, with “TYPE” and “WONF” natural-flavor options. It delivers an authentic Valencia orange profile, enhances supply stability compared with conventional orange oil, and supports clean-label formulations. Its adaptability makes it suitable for beverages, confectionery, and other citrus-flavored applications, ensuring consistent flavor performance despite global citrus supply constraints.

In April 2024, Berje Inc., a US-based essential oils and aromatic chemical provider, acquired Global Citrus International (GCI) and Acelim del Peru for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition aims to enhance Berje’s position in the global flavor and fragrance market by integrating these companies into its operations. Global Citrus International (GCI) is a Peru-based company that manufactures lime-based products such as lime essential oils, and Acelim del Peru is a Peru-based grower and processor of lime-based products, including fresh limes, lime essential oils, lime juice, and lime peel.

Major companies operating in the citrus extracts market are Kerry Group Plc, McCormick & Company Inc, Symrise AG, Takasago International Corporation, Naturex SA, Young Living Essential Oils LLC, Citromax Flavors Inc, Mountain Rose Herbs, Peace River Citrus Products, Lebermuth Co Inc, Citrus and Allied Essences Ltd, LIONEL HITCHEN, Bontoux SAS, Botanic Healthcare, Ultra International BV, Global Essence Inc, Frutarom Industries Ltd, Crescent Fragrances Pvt. Ltd., Cifal Herbal Private Ltd, Döhler.

North America was the largest region in the citrus extracts market in 2025. The regions covered in the citrus extracts market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the citrus extracts market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The citrus extracts market consists of sales of essential oils, flavonoids, citrus pectin, citrus fiber, and citrus bioactive compounds. 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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