| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| CAGR | 6.12% |
| Fastest Growing Market | North America |
| Largest Market | Europe |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Food Thickener Market Analysis
The Food Thickener Market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.12% during the forecast period.
- The market is mainly driven by its extensive use in the food and beverage sector such as bakery products, confectionery products, sauces, dressings, beverages, dairy & frozen desserts, and processed food. Also, the added benefits of thickeners, such as multifunctionality, absorption of nutrients, compatibility with other ingredients, low cost, and abundant supply of food thickeners. Furthermore, advancements in the extraction and processing of food thickeners from new natural sources is thus one of the major opportunities for the researchers and the leading players competing in the global market. For instance, in June 2015, researchers at Oregon State University discovered and commercialized a new type of dairy thickener- Ropy 352, which can add probiotic characteristics to the product in which it is used.
- However stringent regulations from regulatory bodies such as Food and Drugs Organization (FDA), the European Commission (EU), the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), Health Canada, and Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) for the use of thickeners are expected to impede the market growth. Also, the fluctuating hydrocolloids price affects the overall food thickeners market heavily. For instance, in October 2011, Danisco announced that the global hydrocolloid price increased by 5% to 15% due to rise in raw material, energy, and logistics costs, which directly affected the overall thickener market.
Food Thickener Market Trends
Rising demand for agar thickening agent in bakery & confectionery products
Demand for thickening agents such as agar has been witnessed with an increasing trend, in the bakery and confectionery industry, due to the ability of agar gels to withstand high temperatures, agar is gaining prominence as a stabilizer and thickener in pie fillings, icings, and meringues. Some agars, especially those extracted from Gracilaria chilensis, are extensively used for confectionery with high sugar content, such as fruit candies. Since agar is tasteless and does not interfere with the flavors of foodstuffs, its usage in food and beverage products rises extensively.
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Europe and Asia-Pacific to drive the global food thickening market
The Europe and Asia-Pacific region holds the highest share in the food thickener market and is estimated to increase at the fastest rate, during the forecast period. The region is driven by the increasing volume consumption of various types of food thickeners. The food & beverage manufacturers are focusing on product innovation, health aspects, and improving functional characteristics of their end-product such as texture, flavor, and other organoleptic properties. Also, rising consumer demand for healthy and low-fat food is further boosting the growth in these regions. Germany dominated the European food thickeners market, and China, Japan, and India in the Asia-Pacific region in 2016, in terms of both value and volume.
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Food Thickener Industry Overview
The global market for food thickener is fragmented, owing to the presence of large regional and domestic players in different countries. Emphasis is given on the merger, expansion, acquisition, and partnership of the companies along with new product development as strategic approaches adopted by the leading companies to boost their brand presence among consumers.
Food Thickener Market Leaders
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Cargill, Incorporated
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Archer Daniels Midland Company
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Ingredion Incorporated
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Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
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Dupont
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Food Thickener Industry Segmentation
The global food thickener market has been segmented by category into natural and synthetic; and by type into hydrocolloids, protein and starch. The hydrocolloids segment can be further bifurcated into gelatin, xanthan gum, agar, pectin, and others. By application, the market is segmented into bakery & confectionery, dairy-based products, sauces & dressings, beverages, and others. Also, the study provides an analysis of the food thickener market in the emerging and established markets across the globe, including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa.
| By Category | Natural | ||
| Synthetic | |||
| By Type | Hydrocolloids | Gelatin | |
| Xanthan Gum | |||
| Agar | |||
| Pectin | |||
| Others | |||
| Protein | |||
| Starch | |||
| By Application | Bakery & Confectionery | ||
| Dairy | |||
| Sauces & Dressings | |||
| Beverages | |||
| Others | |||
| Geography | North America | United States | |
| Canada | |||
| Mexico | |||
| Rest of North America | |||
| Europe | Spain | ||
| United Kingdom | |||
| Germany | |||
| France | |||
| Italy | |||
| Russia | |||
| Rest of Europe | |||
| Asia Pacific | China | ||
| Japan | |||
| India | |||
| Australia | |||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |||
| South America | Brazil | ||
| Argentina | |||
| Rest of South America | |||
| Middle East and Africa | South Africa | ||
| Saudi Arabia | |||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | |||
By Category
| Natural |
| Synthetic |
By Type
| Hydrocolloids | Gelatin |
| Xanthan Gum | |
| Agar | |
| Pectin | |
| Others | |
| Protein | |
| Starch |
By Application
| Bakery & Confectionery |
| Dairy |
| Sauces & Dressings |
| Beverages |
| Others |
Geography
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Rest of North America | |
| Europe | Spain |
| United Kingdom | |
| Germany | |
| France | |
| Italy | |
| Russia | |
| Rest of Europe | |
| Asia Pacific | China |
| Japan | |
| India | |
| Australia | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | |
| Rest of South America | |
| Middle East and Africa | South Africa |
| Saudi Arabia | |
| Rest of Middle East and Africa |
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Food Thickener Market Research FAQs
What is the current Food Thickener Market size?
The Food Thickener Market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.12% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in Food Thickener Market?
Cargill, Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Ashland Global Holdings Inc. and Dupont are the major companies operating in the Food Thickener Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Food Thickener Market?
North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Food Thickener Market?
In 2025, the Europe accounts for the largest market share in Food Thickener Market.
What years does this Food Thickener Market cover?
The report covers the Food Thickener Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Food Thickener Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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