Indians consume around 3.7 grams of sodium per day, which is almost twice that of the recommended levels. Salt is a part of most of the homemade foods that contributes to the majority of the sodium intake in contrast to the developed nations where processed food is the major contributor.

India SRI Market Dynamics

Excessive intake of sodium leads to a number of adverse health effects, hypertension being foremost among them. Alleviating these conditions to some extent has been possible through the use of SRI, such as mineral salts, amino acids and yeast extracts. Versatility in its application has provided the requisite impetus to these health promoting products.  

Some of the major factors driving demand for SRI include the greater emphasis on health nutrition, the growing knowledge with regard to the detrimental effects of excessive intake of salt, improvement in taste and increased demand for processed foods.

India SRI Market Segmentation

The SRI market is segmented by type into amino acids & glutamates, mineral salts, yeast extracts and others. Mineral salts form the largest segment, with a share estimated to be about 48% in 2014, though demand growth is expected to be fastest from yeast extracts.

By application, it is segmented into bakery & confectionery, condiments, seasonings & sauces, dairy & frozen foods, meat & meat products and other snacks.