Market Trends of Mexico Food Acidulants Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Mexico Food Acidulants Market according to our research experts:
Rising Demand for Citric Acid
The functional superiority of citric acid in shelf-life enhancement, pH buffering, and in providing flavor and tartness is higher than that of phosphoric, tartaric, and lactic acids to name a few. The robust demands for ready-to-drink (RTD) healthy beverages and soft drinks are facilitating the usage of citric acid. Citric acid is widely used to impart a pleasant, tart flavor to foods and beverages. It also acts as a pH adjuster in the manufacture of gelatin desserts, jellies, jams, etc. It acts as flavor enhancers for fruits, berries, and other ingredients used in the manufacture of foods and candies. Moreover, citric acid is used to add an acidic (sour) taste to foods and soft drinks, and as a firming compound in products.
Increased Application in Confectionery Segment
The development in the confectionery industry dedicated to health-oriented consumers with the development of low-calorie, organic products are gaining a large number of consumer base supplementing the growth of additives market including food acidulants. In addition, the booming demand for premium chocolates among work professionals and burgeoning millennials have significantly increased chocolate consumption. Sour confectionery is one of the fastest-growing sub-segments of the confectionery market and the sourness is provided by the acidulants such as malic and fumaric acid which offers functional properties and are inexpensive. They also function as a flavor compliment to some sweetness profiles.
