Monosodium Glutamate Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Global Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Report is Segmented by Product Type (Salt and Salt Substitutes, Herb and Seasonings, and Spices), Application (Bakery and Confectionery, Soup, Noodles, and Pasta, Meat and Seafood, Sauces, Salads, and Dressing, Savory Snacks, and Other Applications), and Geography (Spain, The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, and the Rest of Europe). The Report Offers the Market Sizes and Values (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Monosodium Glutamate Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Size

Monosodium Glutamate Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 6.39 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 7.77 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.01 %
Fastest Growing Market North America
Largest Market Asia-Pacific
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Analysis

The Monosodium Glutamate Market size is estimated at USD 6.39 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 7.77 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.01% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The monosodium glutamate (MSG) market is expanding significantly due to the food industry's growing need for flavor enhancers. Moreover, consumer preference for convenient and processed foods is propelling the expansion of the monosodium glutamate market. As busy lifestyles and changing dietary habits lead to increased consumption of packaged and restaurant foods, the demand for flavor enhancers like monosodium glutamate remains strong.

The growing popularity of Asian food and the need for salt substitutes is transforming the global culinary scene. Thereby, MSG supply in Western countries has increased due to glutamate salt consumption, particularly in meat and other protein-rich goods.

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Industry Overview

The market for Monosodium Glutamate is fragmented. Major Players in the Monosodium Glutamate Market include Ajinomoto Co. Inc., COFCO, Ningxia Eppen Biotech Co. Ltd, Fufeng Group, and Cargill Incorporated. These companies are strategically growing their presence in key markets such as the United States, Russia, the Netherlands, and various other countries to meet the increasing demands of consumers. These corporations are implementing expansion and investment plans to improve and expand their consumer base.

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Leaders

  1. Ningxia Eppen Biotech Co., Ltd

  2. Fufeng Group

  3. Meihua Holdings Group Co., Ltd

  4. Gremount International Co.,Ltd

  5. Cargill Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Concentration
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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market News

  • February 2024: Ajinomoto Co. Inc. has expanded its corporate venture capital (CVC) arm with a new United States headquarters to grow its investments in the United States and global companies. The company is known for its monosodium glutamate, and it owns a cosmetic brand, Jino, and is active in medical and electronic material fields.
  • October 2023: Ningxia Eppen Biotech Co. Ltd invested USD 600 million in Amino acid production in Brazil. The primary goal of this project is to achieve an annual production of approximately 350 thousand tons of different amino acids including MSG, as well as by-products totaling about 200 thousand tonnes. This initiative is expected to create around a thousand job opportunities.
  • December 2022: Through its subsidiary, Fufeng Group purchased a 370-acre site in Grand Forks to build a USD 700 million wet corn milling facility where Fufeng Group intends to extract high-valued amino acids, which are essential ingredients in animal nutrition feed formulations.

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Drivers
    • 4.1.1 The Increase in Consumption of Packaged Food
    • 4.1.2 Rising Demand For Fast Food Chains
  • 4.2 Market Restraints
    • 4.2.1 High Consumption Health Concerns
  • 4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
    • 4.3.5 Degree of Competition

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Application
    • 5.1.1 Noodles, Soups and Broth
    • 5.1.2 Meat Products
    • 5.1.3 Seasonings and Dressings
    • 5.1.4 Other Applications
  • 5.2 Geography
    • 5.2.1 North America
    • 5.2.1.1 United States
    • 5.2.1.2 Canada
    • 5.2.1.3 Mexico
    • 5.2.1.4 Rest of North America
    • 5.2.2 Europe
    • 5.2.2.1 Germany
    • 5.2.2.2 United Kingdom
    • 5.2.2.3 France
    • 5.2.2.4 Russia
    • 5.2.2.5 Rest of Europe
    • 5.2.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.3.1 China
    • 5.2.3.2 Japan
    • 5.2.3.3 India
    • 5.2.3.4 Australia
    • 5.2.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.4 South America
    • 5.2.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.2.4.2 Argentina
    • 5.2.4.3 Rest of South America
    • 5.2.5 Middle-East and Africa
    • 5.2.5.1 South Africa
    • 5.2.5.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.2.5.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 Ajinomoto Co. Inc
    • 6.3.2 COFCO
    • 6.3.3 Ningxia Eppen Biotech Co. Ltd
    • 6.3.4 Fufeng Group
    • 6.3.5 Meihua Holdings Group Co. Ltd
    • 6.3.6 Gremount International Company Limited
    • 6.3.7 Cargill Incorporated
    • 6.3.8 Shandong Qilu Biotechnology Group Co.
    • 6.3.9 Henan Lotus Flower Gourmet Powder Co.
    • 6.3.10 Shandong Xinle Monosodium Glutamate Limited Company
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Industry Segmentation

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer often added to restaurant foods, canned vegetables, soups, deli meats, and other foods. 

The global monosodium glutamate (MSG) market is segmented by application into noodles, soups and broth, meat products, seasonings and dressings, and other applications. Other MSG applications include other savory foods such as sauces and snacks/meals. In terms of geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East and Africa. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts were made based on value (USD).

By Application Noodles, Soups and Broth
Meat Products
Seasonings and Dressings
Other Applications
Geography North America United States
Canada
Mexico
Rest of North America
Europe Germany
United Kingdom
France
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
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle-East and Africa
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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market Research FAQs

How big is the Monosodium Glutamate Market?

The Monosodium Glutamate Market size is expected to reach USD 6.39 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.01% to reach USD 7.77 billion by 2030.

What is the current Monosodium Glutamate Market size?

In 2025, the Monosodium Glutamate Market size is expected to reach USD 6.39 billion.

Who are the key players in Monosodium Glutamate Market?

Ningxia Eppen Biotech Co., Ltd, Fufeng Group, Meihua Holdings Group Co., Ltd, Gremount International Co.,Ltd and Cargill Inc. are the major companies operating in the Monosodium Glutamate Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Monosodium Glutamate Market?

North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Monosodium Glutamate Market?

In 2025, the Asia-Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Monosodium Glutamate Market.

What years does this Monosodium Glutamate Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Monosodium Glutamate Market size was estimated at USD 6.13 billion. The report covers the Monosodium Glutamate Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Monosodium Glutamate Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Monosodium Glutamate Industry Report

The annual report on the Global Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) Market provides a comprehensive industry analysis, highlighting significant industry trends and market data. The market report is segmented by product type and application, covering various regions in Europe. This market research delves into the market segmentation of MSG, offering insights into the market size and market value for each segment.

The industry information included in this report encompasses market leaders and their contributions to the industry's growth rate. The market forecast presents an industry outlook that predicts future market trends and market growth. Additionally, the market review and market overview sections provide a detailed industry overview, offering a clear picture of the market dynamics.

The report example and report pdf are available for a deeper understanding of the industry's market data. The market predictions and market outlook sections are crucial for understanding the future direction of the MSG market. The industry research and industry reports compiled in this document provide valuable insights into the market's performance and industry statistics.

Overall, this report serves as a vital resource for research companies and stakeholders interested in the MSG market, providing a detailed analysis of market trends, market segmentation, and market value. The comprehensive industry analysis and market forecast included in this report make it an essential tool for understanding the MSG market's current state and future potential.