Food Grade Cellulose Market

Food Grade Cellulose Market Outlook (2023-2033)

The market for food-grade cellulose can be expected to expand at a value based CAGR of 4.04% and show an increase in revenue from US$ 386.3 Mn to around US$ 574.1 Mn by 2033.

Food Grade Cellulose Consumption Analysis (2018-2022) Vs. Market Estimations (2023-2033)

The global food grade cellulose market has witnessed significant growth in the historical period registering a CAGR of 3.47% in the historical period and was valued at US$ 386.3 Mn in 2023.

Cellulose is a common additive and it is frequently used as a source of dietary fiber as well as texture enhancers. Food grade cellulose if also used as a bulking agent in some baked products. With the on-going ‘On-the-go Consumption’ as well as ‘fresh and quality food’ trend, the demand for the food additive like food grade cellulose is expected to grow. The increasing demand for gluten-free bakery products is also expected to have a positive impact on demand of food grade cellulose from bakery industry.

The global market for food grade cellulose is estimated to reach an approximate valuation of US$ 574.1 Mn in the forecast period.

What are the Key Trends in the Market for Food Grade Cellulose?

“Growing Adoption of Food Grade Cellulose in Bakery & Confectionary Products”

Bakery and confectionary products are among the most consumed products all over the world. These products require emulsification during their production, for which, food grade cellulose is a vital ingredient. Carboxy methyl cellulose, a type of food grade cellulose, is used in bakery products to trap air bubbles, and manage the retained air for volume purposes. Furthermore, carboxy methyl cellulose is highly effective for confectionary products such as ice creams, sweets, and others. Food grade cellulose is utilized to provide better stability, increase cake volume, and texture, along with extending the shelf-life of confectionary products. All these factors bode well for the expansion of the global food grade cellulose market size over the coming years.

“Rising Trend of Natural Ingredients Favoring Demand for Natural Food Grade Cellulose”

The food & beverage industry is moving toward utilizing natural ingredients in food products. Major food manufacturers are using natural ingredients, as consumers are demanding a natural touch in food products. Consumers are seeking health benefits in food products, and are looking for healthy ingredients. Food grade cellulose is a plant fiber and the most abundant organic substance in the world, which is found in the walls of various plants and vegetables. Natural food grade cellulose is mainly sourced from wood pulp. The FDA has also confirmed the safety and suitability of cellulose in food products. Cellulose from natural sources contains high amount of fiber, which is health beneficial. This is another factor surging the growth of the food grade cellulose market across the world.

“Lower Cost with Efficient Functionality Providing Better Opportunities”

Food grade cellulose is low in cost and also offers efficient functions when used during food processing. It is used as a thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, and suspending agent in different food products. The broad functionality of food grade cellulose is influencing manufacturers to utilize it in variety of foods. Food grade cellulose is the most abundantly found organic substance in the world. Millions of tons of cellulose is produced every year. This is a major reason for its low cost. Low cost with extensive functionality will offer better opportunities for players in the food grade cellulose market in the future.

“Increased Preference for Multi-Functional Ingredients among Manufacturers of Food & Beverages”

As consumer behavior patterns are changing in the food & beverages industry, manufacturers are including multi-functional ingredients in their food products. Food products, including meat, dairy, bakery, and others, are widely consumed all over the world. Food grade cellulose acts as a thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, gelling agent, and others. Additional functions provided by food grade cellulose are beneficial to manufacturers, who are majorly involved in producing consumer products. Bakery and confectionary products especially require various ingredients to enhance shelf life and taste. Furthermore, the millennial population is more involved in the consumption of food products that have a longer shelf life. Different manufacturers are specially targeting this group, and utilizing multi-functional ingredients such as food grade cellulose.

“Gluten-Free Movement Backing Use of Food Grade Cellulose”

Gluten-free diets have become a trend in the food & beverage industry. Large number of consumers has gluten sensitivity and try to avoid gluten products. Gluten is a type of protein that is found mostly in wheat, and some consumers show intolerance toward it. Food grade cellulose is used to manufacture gluten-free bread. Carboxy methyl cellulose is mainly used to produce gluten-free bread, and is capable of improving the elasticity, volume, stability, and moisture retention of gluten-free bread. Since gluten-free is increasingly gaining popularity across the world, the trend will positively impact demand in the food grade cellulose market landscape.

Country-wise insights

What is the Outlook for the North American and European Food Grade Cellulose Market?

North America and Europe hold prominent food grade cellulose market value shares, attributable to high number of end users of food grade cellulose in these two regions. In Europe, consumption of high fiber foods is experiencing high growth from the past few years, which has led the increase in the use of functional ingredients, including food grade cellulose. Moreover, bakery and confectionery manufacturers from North America are also progressively utilizing food grade cellulose in baked goods, which is further formulating a better market opportunity for the food grade cellulose market in the region.

Why is the South & East Asian Food Grade Cellulose Market Expected to Witness High Growth?

The food grade cellulose market in South Asia and East Asia is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period of 2023-2033. Asia Pacific is one of the fastest-growing regions in the world, based on both, population and economy. Growth of the food & beverage industry is fuelling demand for multi-functional food ingredients in this region. Also, growing economies and rising spending power of consumers on food & beverage products are anticipated to fuel the growth of the global food grade cellulose market over the years to come.

Category-wise insights

What is the Segmental Breakdown of the Food Grade Cellulose Market?

The food grade cellulose market is divided into type, function and application segments. The type segment is further subdivided into carboxy methyl cellulose, methyl cellulose. Breakdown of functional segment has been done into thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, film forming, suspending agent and others. based on the application, the segment consists of bakery & confectionery, meat & poultry, sauces & dressing, beverages, dairy products, others sub segments.

How is the Function Sub Segment of the Food Grade Cellulose Market Expected to Grow in the Forecast Duration?

The function sub-segment is expected to reach US$ 371.3 Mn by the end of 2022, registering a CAGR of 4.0% during the forecast period. The increasing applications are driving demand for food grade cellulose, supported by benefits of these across countries such as the U.S. etc. Thickener sub-segment shows the most prominent growth with a value of US$ 150.7 Mn in 2022 and a value-based CAGR of 4.7%, highest in the segment.

Competitive Dashboard

Leading market players such as DuPont, Ashland, CP Kelco, and others are focusing on product innovation and targeting the customer satisfaction approach to strengthen their positions in the global food grade cellulose market. Business expansion and improvement of quality are other strategies being adopted by key players to gain a competitive edge in the global food grade cellulose market space.

• In January 2017, Ashland announced an increment of 5% in the price of hydroxyethyl cellulose at the global level. The rising cost of raw materials, packaging, labor, and regulatory compliance are among the factors, which resulted the increase in price of hydroxyethyl cellulose.
• In September 2018, CP Kelco announced 10% increment in the pricing of entire Carboxymethyl cellulose product range. The company increased the price due to increasing cost of key raw materials used in the manufacturing of carboxymethyl cellulose.
• In July 2017, Lamberti acquired multipurpose manufacturing site in Orel, Russia and in January of the same year the company announced a joint venture agreement with the cosmetic company Calista Labs.
• Changshu Wealthy Science and Technology Co., ltd. is a research-driven company and is involved in research and development activities of CMC. The company has different grades of products, which are used in varieties of applications. Especially for food grade cellulose, the company is working on developing innovative solutions.

Food Grade Cellulose Industry Report Scope

Food Grade Cellulose Industry Research by Category

By Type:

• Carboxy Methyl Cellulose
• Methyl Cellulose

By Function:

• Thickener
• Stabilizer
• Emulsifier
• Film Forming
• Suspending Agent
• Others

By Application:

• Bakery & Confectionery
• Meat & Poultry
• Sauces & Dressing
• Beverages
• Dairy Products
• Others

By Region:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• South Asia & Pacific
• East Asia
• Middle East & Africa

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