Carbohydrases Market Report 2026

The carbohydrases market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.56 billion in 2025 to $4.96 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of processed food industry, expansion of livestock farming, use in brewing and baking, demand for feed efficiency, growth of enzyme technology.

The carbohydrases market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.68 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable enzymes, growth of functional foods, expansion of biofuel production, advancements in enzyme engineering, rising demand for clean label products. Major trends in the forecast period include rising use in food and beverage processing, growing adoption in animal feed formulations, expansion of enzyme applications in biofuels, increasing demand for digestive enzyme solutions, focus on high efficiency enzyme blends.

The expanding food and beverage industry is expected to propel the growth of the carbohydrase market going forward. The food and beverage industry includes companies involved in processing, manufacturing, packaging, and distributing food and beverage products. Its expansion is driven by changing consumer preferences, globalization, digitalization, e-commerce growth, health and wellness trends, sustainability efforts, and urbanization. Carbohydrases are widely used in this industry to break down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars, improving flavor, texture, and nutritional value. They play a key role in baking, brewing, sweetener production, and the development of functional food ingredients. For instance, in March 2025, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reported that supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, and specialty food shops in Australia sold an estimated 15.3 million tonnes of food and non-alcoholic beverages in 2023-24, representing a 3.5% increase - or 510,500 tonnes - over 2022-23. Therefore, the expansion of the food and beverage industry is driving the carbohydrase market.

Major companies operating in the carbohydrase market are developing innovative solutions, such as agri-biotech technologies, to enhance enzyme efficiency and performance. Agri-biotech innovations can improve carbohydrase production by genetically engineering plants or microorganisms to generate higher enzyme yields or enzymes with improved functional properties. For example, in May 2024, CBS Bio Platforms, a Canada-based agricultural service provider, launched advanced agri-biotech solutions in India through a partnership with Canafa Solution Plt Ltd. These include Multi-Carbohydrase Enzyme Technology - such as Superzyme - which improves the breakdown of high-fiber ingredients to enhance nutrient absorption and overall animal health. Their Enhanced Yeast Technology, featured in products like CarboMax and Maxi-Nutrio Liquid, boosts gastrointestinal health and immunity, improving the resilience and productivity of livestock. These innovations aim to enhance nutrient utilization, improve production efficiency, and support sustainable agricultural practices across India.

In January 2023, Novus International Inc., a US-based animal health and nutrition company, acquired Agrivida Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition gave Novus ownership of Agrivida’s proprietary INTERIUS technology, which embeds feed additives directly inside grain. Agrivida Inc. is a US-based biotechnology company known for developing feed enzymes, including carbohydrases.

Major companies operating in the carbohydrases market are Archer Daniels Midland Company, BASF SE, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Royal DSM N.V., Kerry Group plc, Novozymes A/S, Biocon, Chr. Hansen Holding A/S, Genencor International Inc., BBI Solutions, Advanced Enzyme Technologies, AB Enzymes, Specialty Enzymes & Probiotics, Biocatalysts Ltd., Amano Enzyme Inc., Tex Biosciences (P) Ltd., Aumgene Biosciences, Antozyme Biotech Pvt Ltd., Megazyme Ltd., Enzyme Development Corporation, Aumenzymes, BRISK Bioscience, Creative Enzymes, SUNSON Industry Group Co. Ltd., VTR BIOTECH PTY LIMITED.

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

The carbohydrase market consists of sales of products glucose, maltose, fructose, dextrins, oligosaccharides, and ethanol. 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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