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Thursday 31 May 2018

Argan Oil Market Growth, Trends and Value Chain 2017-2027 by TMR

With developing interest for non-timber timberland items (NTFP), there has been expanded slant of neighborhood preservationists to protect such plants, of which argan oil has increased noteworthy footing. Moreover, purchaser slant towards home grown and natural fixings in various items going from restorative, sustenance to therapeutic items is probably going to fuel the argan oil market development. This is further prompting commercialisation of argan oil over the globe. As a sustenance fixing, argan oil goes about as vitality supporter with purchasers experiencing vitamin insufficiency, heart issues, and constrained ability to burn calories.


Additionally, restorative makers are utilizing argan oil in excellence items for saturating and against maturing impacts. Argan oil displays properties, for example, against oxidants, unsaturated fats, and the linoleic acids, which help in battling issues, for example, barely recognizable differences, aggravation, skin inflammation, scars, and extend marks. Besides, pharmacological and appetizing properties of argan oil are contributing towards expanded interest for argan oil over the globe. Expanding appropriation of argan oil in restorative and culinary application have driven organizations to create details utilizing argan oil. This has additionally prompted developing commitment from international, domestic, and nongovernmental associations related with argan oil basically in Morocco.

The argan oil market is fuelled by expanding interest for characteristic based fixings, particularly in restorative and hair mind items. Besides, expanding client mindfulness about argan oil's advantages is foreseen to fuel argan oil market development in the pending years. Mass promoting and worldwide infiltration methodology combined with the online accessibility of item are key procedures received by organizations in the argan oil market. Other development animating components of argan oil market incorporate change in the extraction procedure of argan oil, expanded creation limit, and environmental change.

Moreover, developing interest for improved supplements and vitamins among customers in items going from sustenance and refreshments to individual care items is expected to empower the argan oil market development sooner rather than later. Notwithstanding, horticultural misuse, non-accessibility on retail locations, and high costs of argan oil when contrasted with other accessible oils are confining the general argan oil market development. Albeit, high-cost of argan oil limits its selection among purchasers, enhancements in argan oil extraction and enhanced creation limit by the argan oil makers is expected to offer manageable development to the argan oil market amid the conjecture time frame.

The worldwide argan oil market is isolated into seven regions, in particular Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ), Latin America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Japan, North America, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA). When contrasted with different districts Middle East and Africa ruled the argan oil generation. Expanded client mindfulness with respect to normal fixings particularly in nations, for example, India, Brazil and China is relied upon to fuel the argan oil market development in the pending years. Asia Pacific is relied upon to develop as a potential region for worldwide and provincial players putting resources into the argan oil market. This is additionally upheld by broad innovative work combined with developing utilization of argan oil in restorative and sustenance industry.

The core players operating in the market are OLVEA Morocco, ARGANisme Cosmetics S.A.R.L, Zineglo, Saadia Organics, Essence Of Argan, Biopur, Argan Diva, Josie Maran Cosmetics, Argan Liquid Gold, and Nadifi Argan.


Organic Tea Market Trends and Segments 2017-2027

Tea is a very popular beverage prepared by boiling leaves and buds obtained from the plant of Camellia sinensis. Cultivation of organic tea is done without the use of harmful fertilizers and pesticides which contain harmful chemicals. The harmful chemicals may enter our food chain and can lead to severe health problems.

Tea is considered to be a refreshing drink which helps in reducing stress and is consumed worldwide. Organic tea is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids. Flavonoids are beneficial in reducing the risks of cardiovascular diseases and also help in lowering cholesterol. They are considered to have anti-cancer and anti-ageing properties which make them a healthier choice.


The global organic tea market can be divided into major regions which include North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific excluding Japan, Japan and the Middle East and Africa. Asia-Pacific is considered to be a potential market for organic tea products, countries like India and China are found to be contributing more to the market revenue. Also, due to the beneficial medicinal properties, North America is expected to expand their organic tea market in the given forecast period.

Organic tea has widespread applications as a healthy food and is particularly suited for people suffering from obesity, heart diseases, and high cholesterol. The increasing consumer demand for healthy food and beverage products is a major driver for the organic teas. The tea is very popular for reducing excess body fat and in increasing the metabolic rate without any significant side effects. Due to the organic production of the tea, the prominent qualities and the medicinally important compounds present in the tea do not get lost. This makes it a healthier tea compared to other products.

Organic tea is now widely used in various forms. It is also available in the form of oil, as organic tea oil extracts. This form is finding increasing use as it easy to store and has the greater shelf life. Organic tea contains anti-microbial agents making them a healthier drink than others.

The other important market trend is the introduction of several new organic tea flavours. Due to the increasing awareness amongst consumers about the harmful chemical constituents of most packaged food products, the global market for organic tea is expected to register a robust growth rate.


Some of the key players in the market include Tata Tea Limited (Tetley), Alkaloid AD Skopje (Good Nature), R.Twining and Company Limited, Unilever (Lipton), Organic India, Ceylon Organics Limited, The Stash Tea Company etc.

Peanut Oil Market to Register a Healthy CAGR for the Forecast Period 2017-2027

Peanut oil is an edible vegetable oil that is derived from peanuts. Peanuts are legumes and are native to Latin America and several others tropical regions. Peanut or groundnut oil is a well-established product with a historically high use in several Asian foods and cuisines. It is used either as a base for cooking (cooking oil) or to enhance the flavor of the underlying food.


The market for cooking oils is a crowded place with a high level of competition and minimal unique functionality. This competition is due to the high and consistent use of several other vegetable oils and introduction of new and unique oils every year. The emergence of soybean oil, for instance, is cited as an important reason for the decline in the use of peanut and other vegetable oils. The impact of new oils is particularly strong in developed regions as consumers belonging to these regions have access and purchasing power to buy these new products.

The other important factor that governs the growth of peanut oil market is the extent to which peanuts are used for direct consumption and for processing. It is estimated that the share of peanuts used for direct consumption will increase in the coming years.

The functional properties offered by peanut oil are an important factor driving the market. Peanut oil is particularly suited for deep-frying purposes as it does not absorb the flavor of the underlying food products. It is also a relatively healthy oil due to a low percentage of saturated fats, trans-fats, and cholesterol. These factors are important in the context of the increasing health awareness among consumers. The nutty flavor offered by peanut oil is also an important factor that influences peanut oils to be used as a dressing and flavoring agent.

Allergy to peanut is a serious concern for the market as peanut allergy is a relatively high cause of food-related deaths. As per the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, over 0.6% of the population in the U.S. is allergic to peanuts or peanut-derived products. The use of refined and processed peanut oil mitigates this risk to a certain extent.

The peanut oil market in North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific excluding Japan, Japan, and MEA is covered in the report.

On the basis of production of peanuts, China and India dominate the market and account for over half of the global production. The United States is also an important producer with over ten percent of the global share. On the basis of consumption, the market presents a more complex and region-specific trend. The overall observable trend being that the increase in peanut oil consumption is closely related to its increasing incorporation in food products.


Some of the key players in the peanut oil market include Archer Daniels Midland (Golden Peanut), Cargill, Incorporated, Olam International, Adani Wilmar Limited (Fortune Foods), Ventura Foods (Lou Ana), etc.

Sparkling Wine Market To Make Great Impact In Near Future by 2025

Sparkling Wine contains a significant amount of carbon dioxide which gives a bubbly effervescence to it. Sparkling Wine is produced by the double fermentation process due to which the carbon dioxide gas is formed. The first fermentation process usually takes place in the steel tanks, and the second fermentation takes place in the bottle. One of the best known sparkling wine is the Champagne, which is particularly produced in the Champagne region of France. Sparkling wine is mostly used in celebrations, success, luxury, and various other occasions. It can be alcoholic and non-alcoholic in nature and is consumed by all age group.


According to the recent trends of premiumization, alcohol consumers are preferring sparkling wine instead of any other alcoholic drinks for celebrations and occasions. Following the recent past activities in various regions in the world, it can be concluded that consumption of sparkling wine has become an accompaniment for a number of reasons. In many developed regions such as Europe, Canada, the U.S., alcohol and sparkling wine is a socially accepted part of their daily life. Younger population of the world is influenced by their peer group or peer thinking, which is a factor driving the growth of sparkling wine market. Changing lifestyles, the influence of social media and Internet, increasing social parties, adolescents with high social network influence, greater family incomes, and others have easier access to alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, which is also driving demand for sparkling wine. Moreover, globally, the gender gap in terms of alcohol consumption is closing as there is increasing acceptance of female drinking in the societal norms. Because of all these factors, people are attracted towards alcohol, which is driving the growth of the sparkling wine market and this is expected to continue over the forecast period.

In spite of the growing trends of alcohol consumption and product premiumization, the high cost of various sparkling wine inhibits alcohol consumers to buy it which in result restraining the sparkling wine market to grow.


The rise of demand for the Sparkling Wine in the various region is attracting key players to produce and sell sparkling wine in the market. Some the key players are ILLINOIS SPARKLING CO., The Sparkling Wine Co., Moët Hennessy USA, LANSON-BCC, Pernod Ricard, CALIFORNIA CHAMPAGNES, English Wine Producers, The Oxford Wine Company Limited, and others.

Papaya Puree Market Expected to Expand at a Steady CAGR through 2025

Papaya is a tropical fruit and is found in countries such as India, Brazil and Mexico. India is the largest producer and consumer of papaya. Papaya puree is prepared from fresh papaya processing and converting the fruit into a slurry of fruit with slightly less consistency as of paste. Papaya puree is used for preparation of papaya and mixed fruit beverages, baby food and is also growing popular in the dairy industry, with introduction of fruit yogurts and ice-creams. Although papaya puree is less popular in the European region and major consumption lies in Asia and the U.S., a tremendous growth has been observed in the demand for fruit purees including papaya puree in Western Europe. Demand for puree has been augmented with the rise in demand for fruit flavors and healthy food consumption. As the demand is set to increase, end-product manufacturers are willing to introduce new products with application in field of cosmetics as well.


Organic trends have widely picked up and has been on an exponential growth with more and more consumers demanding organic fruits and use of organic fruit by manufacturers of beverage and baby food. A positive market growth for organic fruit puree is highly likely. Non-GMO trend is also evident in certain parts of the world and the concerns for food safety has risen. Consumers want the fruit to be fresh and natural, and also the products made out of it to serve on the same lines. By fresh and natural, most consumers indicate free from chemicals and grown completely in its naturalistic way. This opens many opportunistic doors for both manufacturers and buyers of papaya puree to expand in this white space.


A rise in demand for different flavors and healthy fruits in Europe has shown great potential for market growth and some of the major puree suppliers in the European region have reported major increase in demand from local product manufacturers. Some of the key manufacturers of papaya puree include; Döhler GmbH, Kiril Mischeff Limited, Capricorn Food Products India Ltd., Aditi Foods India Pvt. Ltd., Galla Foods, Shimla Hills Offerings Pvt. Ltd., among others.

Global Tea Consumption Increasing Thanks to Availability of Variety of Flavours

The global tea market is characterized by high level competition on account of the inclusion of many large and small suppliers, states Transparency Market Research (TMR), a market intelligence company. The players within the global tea market are competing with each other on the basis of service, quality, reputation, price, innovation, and distribution. Leading players operating within the global tea market are Davids Tea, Kusmi Tea, Tea Forte, Tata Global Beverages, and Unilever Plc.

According to Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global tea market will expand at a 5.7% CAGR and rise from US$12.8 bn in 2017 to US$20.0 bn by 2025. By type, the crush, tear, curl (CTC) tea is leading in the market not only in terms of value but also be volume. By geography, Asia Pacific is the leading regional market for tea, showcasing a healthy 6.8% CAGR between 2017 and 2025.


Premium Tea Segment Expanding at Steady Pace

Among the premium and traditional tea types, it is the traditional tea which is consumed more. The cost efficiency of traditional tea over premium tea is behind the high consumption rates. The consumption of premium tea is also increasing at a healthy pace. Premium tea such as yellow tea, oolong tea, white tea, and others are becoming popular and this segment is expected to expand at a steady pace. The high disposable income of the people across the globe is anticipated to bode well for the demand for premium tea.

Health Benefits of Tea Behind High Consumption

The increasing variety and flavours available for tea is one of the key factors behind the accelerated growth of the tea market. The market also benefits from the widening consumer base of tea on account of the common perception that tea helps in the healthy functioning of the body and has various benefits. The antioxidants, flavonoids, and phytochemicals present in tea is expected to be another important factor bolstering the growth of the tea market. In addition to this, the fact that tea helps prevent cardiovascular diseases, combat arthritis, and also helps control blood pressure will boost the consumption of tea.

Herbal and Organic Tea Emerging Popular

One of the key trends within the global tea market is the growing popularity of green, herbal, and organic tea. The infusion of tea with various flavours and fragrances so as to create newer blends will continue to bolster the demand for tea worldwide. On the other hand, the change in consumer preference, volatility in wages of labour, and unavailability of labour are some of the factors helping the market to grow. The surge in the consumption of coffee in the U.S. and Brazil will act as a threat to the growth of tea market.

Availability of Variety of Flavours to Drive Growth Prospects


Other challenging factors include climate change, resource constraints, and changing demographic conditions. On a bright note however, the consumption of tea is expected to rise on account of the various health benefits associated with herbal and organic tea. The growing availability of a wide range of tea varieties at reasonable costs will also help the market to grow.

Sugar Beet Market to Reach US$50.42.1 mn by 2026 Driven by Demand for Low Calorie Food Diet

The global sugar beet market is characterized by tough competition and this is expected to compel sugar beet manufacturing businesses to innovate their products and these innovations will be used by market players to grow in the market and gain competitive edge above all others. The considerable increase in several businesses entering the sugar beet market will also help drive the production of sugar beet. The names of the key players within the global sugar beet market are: British Sugar Plc., Rana Sugar Ltd, Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative, Michigan Sugar Company, Amalgamated Sugar Company, Nippon Beet Sugar Manufacturing Co. Ltd., and American Crystal Sugar Company,


As per TMR, the global sugar beet market will expand at a 6.5% CAGR from 2017 to 2026 and be worth US$50.42.1 mn revenue by 2026. On the basis of geography, the market is anticipated to be led by Europe due to high production of sugar, thanks to the favourable climate for the production of sugar. The U.K., France, Germany, and Poland are at the forefront of the sugar beet market in Europe. North America is also anticipated to witness high growth in the market.

Europe to Lead in Market for Sugar Beet

As per an expert TMR analyst, “in the tropical regions, sugar beet has emerged as a great substitute to sugar cane.” Market players are focusing on product innovation, which will also propel the growth of the market. The demand for a variety of sugars is growing on account of the efforts taken by market players in terms of product innovation. Europe has boosted its sugar production capacity by significantly and this is helping countries such as Poland, Germany, Czech Republic, and France to collect huge amount of sugar from sugar beet sources.

Use in Low Fat and Low Calorie Diet Driving Demand

Sugar beet is extremely rich in nutrients and is generally used for producing sugar and this is one of the primary factors feeling the growth of the global sugar beet market. Since sugar beet is low in fat as well as have reduced calories, it is used for reduced fat diet and low calorie diet. The dried beet pulp which is left after sugar has been extracted from sugar beet, is used by companies involved in the production of sugar. This dried beet pulp is used in the form of pellet, molasses, and other forms such as clean or dried. Manufacturers are supplying this by-product of beet sugar to farmers for livestock feed. Molasses are also being supplied to the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors for the production of yeast, chemicals and other drugs.

Sugar Beet to Now be Considered for Use in Biofuel

With the recent approval of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) clearing the path of genetically modified sugar beet to be utilized for food, feed imports, processing, and for food containing ingredients produced from sugar beet, this market has received a significant impetus. While sugar beet is used extensively in the pharmaceutical sector, chemical sector, and food sector, it is now being considered for the production of biofuel as well and this is expected to create several growth opportunities within the market in the next few years.

Polluted Environment Posing a Challenge


On the other hand, there are a few factors restricting the growth of the market. One of the leading factors restricting the growth of the market is the growing environmental pollution and its associated ill effects on the crops. This is resulting in the extraction of sugar from unhealthy sources and will be a challenge for the market. However, with strict environmental regulations laid by government and other environmental bodies, the impact of this restraint is expected to reduce.

Wednesday 30 May 2018

Instant Coffee Market is to Rise at a Growth Rate of 4.8% CAGR Owing to Increased Disposable Income

The world instant coffee market is highly fragmented and it comprises multiple players. The market is estimated to experience substantial increase in the production capability as many different market suppliers are now focusing on the usage of advanced technologies for the production of high quality instant coffee. A boost in the volume of production will also allow the market players to cater to the ever increasing demand for instant coffee across the globe. The world market for instant coffee is mostly led by the prominent players who are working towards acquiring new brands so as to continue their market dominance and augment their share in the world market for instant coffee.


The prominent market players that are operating in the world market for instant coffee are focusing on product innovation and are involving various acquisitions and mergers so as to expand their global presence. Some of the market players that are now dominating the world market are Keurig Green Mountain, Starbucks Corp., Tata Global Beverages, Tchibo coffee, Jacobs Douwe Egberts, Matthew Algie & Co. Ltd., Nestlé S.A., The Kraft Heinz Co., Strauss Group Ltd., and Unilever Plc.

The world market for instant coffee stood at an initial market valuation of around US$ 28.12 bn in the year 2016. This market valuation is anticipated to reach an overall valuation of around US$ 42.5 bn by the end of the year 2025. This growth of the world market for instant coffee is projected to be achieved with the assistance of a sound CAGR of 4.8% over the course of the given forecast period that extends from the year 2017 to 2025.

Asia Pacific to Lead the Market over the Period of Forecast

The world market for instant coffee has been regionally segmented into the geographies of Latin America, North America, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Europe. With a share of around 35.7%, the region of Asia Pacific dominated the overall market in the year 2016 and is anticipated to remain on top over the next few years to come. The increasing interest of consumers for instant coffee in India and China has been driving the said market for instant coffee in Asia Pacific.

Amongst others, the demand for instant coffee is particularly high in the Rest of Europe. Various countries, such as Bulgaria, Russia, and Poland demonstrate a considerably high rate of demand, which is estimated to continue to rise in the years to come, thereby retaining the second position in the world instant coffee market. North America, on the other hand, is anticipated to witness a decline in the demand for instant coffee in the near future owing to greater preference for filter coffee.

Evolving Consumption Pattern to Fuel Market Growth

Instant coffee has become quite popular amongst the common people due to rising urbanization and economic growth. This comes down to the fact that people have more money to spend and also they prefer instant beverages as opposed to those that have waiting time.


Ever evolving lifestyle and consumption patterns across the globe has been one of the driving factors for augmented demand for instant coffee. Easy preparation of instant coffee and its ready availability in a wide variety of flavors and formats are a few of the major driving factors for the growth of international instant coffee market. Furthermore, instant coffee comes with a higher shelf life due to its powdered texture and that makes it more commercial and popular amongst the vendors. Many of the popular instant coffee brands are advertising their specialty instant coffees which have resulted in the boost of world instant coffee market.

Halal Products Market is to Rise at a Growth Rate of 16.2% CAGR Owing to the Rising Muslim Population

The world market for halal products has expanded at a promising pace in the last few years and is anticipated to embark upon a path of exponential growth in the next few years to come. Soaring population of the Muslim community across the globe and increasing disposable incomes across a few of the world’s prominent Islamic countries are anticipated to be the key drivers of the said market.

The key market players operating in the international market for halal products can be distinguished by the end use industry they are catering to. The leading market player in the halal products market for the food and beverage segment is Nestle S.A. For halal products for cosmetic and personal care application Unilever is another major player, besides many other notable players. Reckitt Benckiser Group plc is the major player which is catering to the demand for halal products in the chemical and materials industry.


halal products marketIn accordance with a recent market research report that has been published by Transparency Market Research, the world market for halal products is forecasted to expand at a CAGR of 16.2% over the period between 2016 and 2024. The report also projects the international market for chilled and deli foods to reach a market valuation of around US$ 10.51 trillion by the year 2024. The overall market was worth around US$ 2.70 trillion in the year 2015.

Asia Pacific to Lead the Market over the Period of Forecast

The world market for halal products has been regionally segmented into the geographies of Latin America, North America, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Europe. Due to the presence of a large number of certified manufacturers and large base of Muslim population, the world market for halal products in Asia Pacific is projected to have a substantial positive impact on the overall development of the world halal products market in the near future. From a country-wise outlook, the US, Brazil, and India are some of the most important exporters of halal products. The market for halal products in Middle East and Africa and Asia Pacific regions cumulatively accounted for more than 80% of the said global market in the 2015. The halal products market is also anticipated to experience strong growth in Europe over the period of forecast period, basically driven by the growing Muslim population the Western European nations such as the U.K., France, and Germany. The halal market demand is also forecasted to be augmented by the large Muslim population based in Russia and CIS countries.

Development of Islamic Countries to Bolster Market Demand

The rising population in Muslim nations has been prognosticated to be a standout factor substantially bolstering the demand for halal products. Muslims have always been a main shoppers group for halal products. The developing populace of Muslims worldwide is estimated to be a promising variable for the advancement of the market in the years to come.

The fast development of Islamic countries in the Middle East and Southeast Asia owing to the increasing discretionary cash flow could serve as an additional factor speeding up the development of the global halal products market. The interest for halal products could be further pushed across the globe due their inclusion in varieties of food products. Apart from food and beverages, halal products have been envisioned to find applications in various other sectors such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food supplements, personal care products, and bakery.


Global Fresh Cherries Market to Witness 5.50% CAGR between 2017 and 2022

The global fresh cherries market is extremely competitive and this is fuelled by the continued entry of new players, states Transparency Market Research (TMR). Leading players operating in the fresh cherries market include: Rainier Fruit, Alacam Tarim, Vitin Fruits, Leelanau Fruit, Dell's Marachino Cherries, The Global Green Company, Smelterz Orchard, Bel'Export, and Hood River Cherry. Players within the market are improving the sales of fresh cherry


As per Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global fresh cherries market will rise from US$3.9 bn by 2017 to US$5.2 bn by 2022, expanding at a 5.50% CAGR from 2017 to 2022. The sweet cherries market is generating higher revenues as compared to sour cherries type, in terms of taste and held a 60% of the total market in 2017. This increased demand for sweet cherries over sour cherries will continue to remain so for the rest of the forecast period. On the basis of sales channel, the market is expected to be led by the traditional grocery stores and convenience stores. The online channels and direct sales are gaining momentum.

Asia Pacific Excluding Japan to Emerge as Leading Regional Market for Fresh Cherries

By application, the tarts, bakery, jams, and jellies are witnessing higher consumption than salads, direct consumption, ice creams, dairy beverages, and alcoholic beverages. On the basis of geography, the market is expected to be led by Asia Pacific excluding Japan. APEJ is predicted to expand at a healthy 5.90% CAGR between 2017 and 2022. The growing disposable income of the people in this region is fuelling the growth of the market.

Demand for Fresh Cherries Rising As Consumers Realize Importance of Fresh Fruits in Diet

As per the lead author of the report, “the growing awareness regarding harmful effects of preservatives and chemicals used in food preservation has boded well for the market for fresh cherries.” This has led to the growing demand for fresh fruits and vegetables and this will help the market for fresh cherries to grow. The growing health consciousness among consumers worldwide is in a way boosting the growth of the market. The demand for fresh cherries is especially high in countries such as India and China. The increasing export demand for fresh cherries is also expected to drive the growth of this market.

Growing Adoption of Western Culture to Boost Demand for Fresh Cherries


The growing use of fresh cherries for ice creams, desserts, cakes, pastries, jams, jellies, and other items in the food and beverage sector will bolster the growth of the fresh cherries market. Fresh cherries are also used in milks shakes and other beverages, thus driving the growth of this market. The popularity of fresh cherry fruit is increasing especially in emerging economies of Asia Pacific as they are adopting western culture extensively. The growing disposable incomes of the people are powering them to spend more on delicacies and this will also help the market for fresh cherries to grow.

Gluten Free Products Market to be Worth S$4.8 bn by 2021-end Growing at a CAGR of 7.70% over 2015-2021

The global gluten free market products is characterized by the brilliance of the leading market who collectively hold almost half of the total market share. These players are expected to invest in effective marketing strategies in order to retain their wellness in the market and counter threats from the smaller market players. In 2014, the top market players viz. Boulder Brands Inc., DrSchär AG/SpA, Mrs Crimble's, and Genius Foods Ltd held 49.6% of the total market share in 2014. Although a large number of medium-sized and small market players exist in the market, it is difficult to challenge the footholds of the aforementioned players. Since the market is closely aligned with the food industry, the market players are working towards understanding the food habits and preferences of the people. To gain strategic advantages over the competitors, the leading market players are projected to partner with food supply chains and retail outlets. Moreover, capturing a wider geographical area is also expected to be an integral strategy for the leading market. The acquisition of defunct local players is anticipated to come in handy for the top market players as they aim to expand their geographical reach. Some of the key vendors identified in the global market for gluten free foods are Hain Celestial Group Inc., Genius Foods Ltd., and Freedom Foods Group Ltd. These companies are projected to expand their product portfolio to cater to the tastes and preferences of all the consumers.


A report published by TMR predicts that the global market for gluten free foods would expand at a sturdy CAGR of 7.70% over the period ranging from 2015 to 2021. The report finds that the global market accumulated revenues worth US$2.84 bn in 2014 and this figure is expected to increase to S$4.8 bn by 2021-end.

Health Consciousness amongst Consumers to Bolster Demand

Owing to the concerted efforts of healthcare units, health awareness campaigns, and easy access to information, people have become inclined towards consuming healthy foods. Gluten-free food serves a variety of health benefits such as lowering cholesterol levels in the body, and this is expected to create tremendous demand within the global market. Furthermore, gluten free food is less fattening, and hence, it is recommended for individuals who want to lose weight or cut down fats. Besides this, gluten free food is extremely useful for people suffering from digestive disorders. Owing to the aforementioned factors, it is safe to project that the global market for gluten free food would trace an upward graph of growth over the coming years.

Multiple Selling Channels to Expand Market


The availability of gluten free food across a wide range of channels has facilitated the growth of the global market. Until a decade, only a selected retail outlets and stores sold gluten free food due to its scanty demand. However, in recent times, owing to the emergence of several distribution channels and extended contacts of the manufacturers, gluten free food is easily available across local stores, groceries, and other points of sale.

Food Ingredients Sterilization Market Intelligence Report Offers Growth Prospects

Ensuring quality of food and its ingredients is paramount, for which several sterilization processes as used such as heating, moisturizing, and radiation. These processes help in reducing or destroying the micro-organisms in the food ingredients and make them safe for consumption. Rapidly escalating population with which the food demand is increasing, and incremented rate of food product recalls across the world are the primary drivers of the global food ingredients sterilization market. With technological advancements, the risk of foodborne pathogens during the sterilization process has significantly lowered, which is further fueling the adoption of these sterilization equipment and methods. However, lack of awareness among the consumers pertaining to the benefits offered by food sterilization is hindering the market from achieving its true potential.


The global food ingredients sterilization market was valued at US$326,069 in 2016, which is estimated to reach a valuation of US$452,046.9 by 2024, rising at a healthy CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period of 2016 to 2024.

Heat Sterilization Remains Popular

By method, the global market for food ingredients sterilization is segmented into moisture, heat, and radiation, with heat based sterilization posing most of the demand, followed by radiation and moisture. For extended shelf life, food ingredients and products are heat sterilized in order to reduce the possibilities of contamination. To inactivate the production of toxins inside the container during shelf life or transportation, the manufacturers of packaged food often use methods such as microwave-assisted thermal sterilization technology. In addition to that, food ingredient sterilization companies are focused on increasing their production capacity in the lucrative regions of Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe, which will help them serve to rapidly increasing consumer base. Technological advancements in the sterilization technologies is also expected to meet the extended demand coming from the popularity of packaged and ready-to-eat food products.

Asia Pacific Offers Vast Unmet Demand

The developed regions of North America and Europe currently serve most of the demand for food sterilization, owing to stringent regulations for food safety and high demand for packaged food, especially in the developed countries such as the U.S. and Canada. However, Asia Pacific has been primed to escalate the demand at most robust rate during the forecast period due to the presence of vast population and rapid urbanization, with which lifestyles are changing and demand for ready-to-eat food is increasing. Lack of awareness among the consumers regarding the benefits of food ingredients sterilization in several countries such as India, China, South Korea, Malaysia, and Singapore is the only challenge faced by the vendors in the Asia Pacific region.


Sterigenics International LLC, Balchem, Inc., Safe Spice, Croll Reynolds, and Wenda Ingredients are a few leading companies currently active in the global food ingredient sterilization market. Most of these key players are also indulged in providing sterilization processes for healthcare products and services to maintain their stronghold.

Vitamin Ingredients Market Expand at a CAGR of 4.9% between 2017 and 2025

With an increasing number of customers taking responsibility of their health and well-being, the global market for vitamin ingredients has been witnessing a substantial rise since the last few years. The rising awareness among people about lifestyle diseases and preventive healthcare has been boosting the demand for vitamin ingredients substantially across the world.

Since the propensity of consumers to use kitchen cupboards as medicine cabinets is expanding exponentially, the possibility of the growth of the worldwide vitamin ingredients market over the next few years is very high. In 2016, the overall opportunity in this market was worth US$5.3 bn. Increasing at a CAGR of 4.90% between 2017 and 2025, the market is likely to touch US$8.1 bn by the end of 2025. In terms of volume, the market is likely to cross 63,512.4 tons mark by 2025.


Although the future of this market looks thriving, the increasing preference for direct consumption of natural vitamin sources, such as nuts and fruits, among consumers may obstruct its growth trajectory in the years to come.

Pharmaceuticals to Remain Key Application Segment of Vitamin Ingredients

Pharmaceuticals, processed and packaged food and beverages, cosmetics, and animal feed are the prime application areas for vitamin ingredients. Pharmaceuticals has been reporting a higher demand for vitamin ingredients among all the application segments. Researchers anticipate this segment to remain the key application area of these ingredients over the coming years.

The animal feed segment, on the other hand, is projected to present lucrative opportunities for market players in the near future due to the increased incorporation of vitamins in the diet of animals by livestock farmers.

Asia Pacific to Continue its Growth Streak

The worldwide market for vitamin ingredients is spread across Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Middle East and Africa. Asia Pacific has been leading the global market and is expected to remain doing so over the next few years. The increasing base of the population, rising concerns over health issues, and the surging patient pool suffering from vitamin deficiency are the main factors behind the growth of this regional market. In addition, the escalating disposable income of consumers, infrastructural developments in healthcare facilities, and the presence of a broad distribution network of companies in this region will boost the Asia Pacific vitamin ingredients market in the near future. Analysts predict this regional market to rise at a CAGR of 5.40% from 2017 to 2025 in terms of value.

North America, which closely followed Asia Pacific in 2016, is anticipated to showcase promising growth opportunities over the forthcoming years. A vast base of the population in North America prefers prevention of diseases over the cure, owing to which, the demand for vitamin-based food and drugs is increasing significantly in this region. This eventually is anticipated to bring a considerable rise in the demand for vitamin ingredients in North America over the next few years. The U.S. holds leading position in the North America market for vitamin ingredients. With the U.S. having a well-established medical and healthcare industry, the scenario is predicted to remain same in the years to come.

The global market for vitamin ingredients is highly competitive in nature. Atlantic Essential Products Inc., Bactolac Pharmaceutical Inc., AIE Pharmaceuticals Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Co., Amway, Bluestar Adisseo Co., Lonza Group, Koninklijke DSM N.V., E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., and BASF SE are some of the key vendors of vitamin ingredients across the world.


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Calcium Propionate Market Expected to Reach US$480.3 million by the end of 2023

The trend that the food, beverages, and dairy industries are currently feeding-off is packaged products. Urban populations have a restless lifestyle and their percentage is propelling, owing to the progress that emerging economies such as BRICS nations are exhibiting. Collectively, the demand for organic ingredients that can extend the shelf-life of consumable-products is on an upward curve, helping the manufacturers to cater to a wider range of customers. Calcium propionate makes for a viable alternative, acting as a food additive, preservative, and antimicrobial agent. According to the findings of this this research study, the demand in the calcium propionate market will increment at notable CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period of 2017 to 2023. Revenue-wise, the global calcium propionate market is estimated to be worth US$480.3 million by the end of 2023, mounting from the market’s evaluated value of US$360.4 million as of 2017.

While the calcium propionate market is gaining traction from the increasing demand for convenience foods, factors such as stringent government regulations and growing preference of fresh food products over preserved food are a few restraints holding the progress. The analyst of the report has foreseen the animal feed industry to open newer opportunities for the stockholders connected to the value chain of the calcium propionate market.

Bakery Top Application Segment of Calcium Propionate Market

Application-wise, the this business intelligence report segments the calcium propionate market into dairy, bakery, animal feed, meat processing, beverages, packaged food products, and others including grain protection and plant pesticides. Among these, as of 2017, bakery was the most profitable application segment, generating a demand worth of US$207.1 million. Calcium propionate can be easily mixed with flour and prevents microbes from producing the energy they need. Calcium propionate is a widely used preservative in bread and baked goods. Other grain foods that are preserved with calcium propionate include pasta breakfast cereals, and noodles. It prevents formation of rope and mold and extends the normal shelf life of bread and baked goods.

While the bakery industry is expected to remain the most prominent importer of calcium propionate in the near future, packaged food products segment is primed to expand at an above-average CAGR of 5.6% during 2017 to 2023.

Europe to Remain Most Profitable Region Until 2023

Region-wise, this report takes stock of the potential of demand for calcium propionate that can be expected out of North America, Asia Pacific (APAC), Europe, and the Rest of the World, including Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. Currently, the Europe calcium propionate market is most lucrative, producing a demand worth of US$134.8 million in 2017 and projected to expand at a CAGR of 4.5% during 2017-2023. Among various application-segments, bakery is estimated to be worth US$99.0 million in the European region. North America and Asia Pacific have been identified as other two key regions in this market.

One of the featured section of this report is on the vendor landscape, wherein a number of prominent companies of the calcium propionate market have been profiled for their stronghold over the market in terms of shares, geographical presence, and recent strategic decisions. Some of the prominent players in the global calcium propionate market are Perstorp Holding AB, Kemira, and Niacet Corporation.


Cooking Oils & Fats Market: Vegetable Oils Gaining Demand on Rising Health Awareness

Cooking oil is plant, animal, or synthetic fat that are used in frying, baking, and other purposes of cooking, while fats broadly refer to one of three main macronutrients, along with carbohydrates, and protein. Cooking oils and fats have been an integral part of foods across the globe for several decades and form an imperative part of a healthy diet. While saturated fats increase the cholesterol level in human body, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats lower the cholesterol levels considerably. Although dietary fat helps in circulating some essential vitamins and are essential for many body processes, some food and drinks contain exceeding number of only one nutrient, for example fried foods and soft drinks, which have significant amount of fat and sugar respectively.


Owing to factors such as rising population across the globe, trends pertaining to packaged foods, increased disposable income among the urban population, availability of high quality cooking oils and fats, the global market for cooking oils and fats is expected for a progressive future. However, the rising awareness about the ill-effects of excessive intake of cooking oils and foods is hindering the growth rate. The market for cooking oils and fats was valued at US$59.8 bn in 2014, and rising at a CAGR of 0.7% during the forecast period of 2015 to 2021, the valuation is estimated to reach US$65.2 bn by 2021.

Rest of the World Serving Maximum Demand

Geographically, the global cooking oils and fats market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World. In terms of revenue in 2014, the region of Rest of the World contributed the maximum demand, owing to factors such as increasing disposable income and changing lifestyle trends. The Rest of the World cooking oils and fats market is predicted to expand at rate more than twice as much as that of the global market, at a 1.60% CAGR during the period from 2015 to 2021. The Asia Pacific cooking oils and fats market is predicted to be the second largest market in the coming few years, owing to factors such as vast population and the trend of western life-style.

Vegetable Oils Gaining Demand on Rising Health Awareness

On the basis of products, the global cooking oils and fats market is segmented into vegetable and seed oil, spreadable oils and fats, butter, margarine, olive oil, and cooking fats. In 2015, vegetable oils segment accounted for the most prominent share in the fats & oils market, both in terms of value and volume. Vegetable oils from sources such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, palm, coconut, and cotton seed find applications in foods and other industrial applications. Increasing health concerns among the end-users and the wide range of products with different tastes and textures available are expected to fuel the demand for vegetable cooking oils during the forecast period. Vegetable oils with qualities such as low-cholesterol, low-fat, and low-calorie content are augmenting the growth in the fats & oils market.


Some of the key companies currently operational in global cooking oils and fats market are Wilmar International Ltd, Associated British Foods plc, Unilever plc, CHS Inc, and Ajinomoto Co. Inc.

Food Certification Market Projected to Expand at a CAGR of 5.30% during 2015-2021

The demand for food certification is increasing in response to the rising prevalence of food-borne diseases. The recent instances of food contamination reported across emerging economies have compelled governments to mandate food certifications. Currently, International Organization for Standardization (ISO 22000), Safe Quality Food Certification, International Food Standard, British Consortium Standard, Halal Certification, and Kosher Certification are the most popular certifications in the international market, states Transparency Market Research (TMR). The demand for these certifications is expected to increase in the forthcoming years as food trade across developing nations rises.


Besides this, the changing consumption pattern and the subsequent demand for convenience food will fuel the demand for food certifications. However, the high cost of a majority of these certifications will inhibit their proliferation in small businesses. Nevertheless, TMR expects the market to report a CAGR of 5.3% between 2015 and 2021.

The global food certification market stood at US$11.25 bn in 2014 and is expected to reach US$16.09 bn by the end of 2021.

Rising Awareness about Food Contamination to Fuel Demand for Food Certifications

Based on application, poultry products and processed meat, organic food, dairy products, infant food products, beverages, and others packaged food segment (comprising bakery products) constitute the key segments in the global food certification market. Of these, the others packaged food segment held the dominant share of 23.4% in the market in 2014. Increasing brand consciousness among consumers and the rising awareness about food hazards are the key factors fuelling the demand for food certification in this segment.

The market is also expected to witness increased demand from the processed meat and poultry and dairy products segments. However, TMR projects that their market share will decline over the course of the forecast period.

In the forthcoming years, food certification in the beverage segment is expected to increase considerably. Beverages include both carbonated and non-carbonated drinks. Certified manufacturers of beverages provide quality assurance, which is the key factor fuelling the demand for food certification in this segment.

Changing Consumption Patterns to Boost Demand for Food Certification in Europe

Regionally, Europe led the global food certification market in 2014, followed by North America. Consumers in the region exhibit high consciousness about the food they eat. This, combined with the rising standards of living, is fuelling the demand for food certification in Europe. Furthermore, the region is witnessing a growing inclination of consumers towards healthy food products, which is expected to give significant impetus to the regional market. Germany, France, and the U.K. are currently demonstrating the most lucrative opportunities in the market. According to TMR, the Europe food certification market is expected to reach US$5.77 bn by the end of 2021.

North America is also a significant market for food certification. However, TMR expects Asia Pacific to report the fastest growth during the course of the forecast period. The rising standards of living and recent incidences of food contamination across emerging economies will fuel the demand for food certification in Asia Pacific. The prevalence of food-borne diseases has significantly increased in Asia Pacific and such concerns will also drive the need for food certification in the region.


Some of the players operating in the food certification market are ALS Limited, Underwriters Laboratories Inc., Dekra SE, Bureau Veritas, SGS SA, AsureQuality Limited, Lloyd's Register Group Limited, Intertek Group plc., TÜV SÜD AG, and DNV GL Group AS.

Increasing Perception of Gluten-free Food Products as Healthy and Effective for Weight-loss, Driving Demand

According to transparency market research, TMR the global gluten free products Market will witness a rapid growth, with leading players such as Boulder Brands Inc., Mrs Crimble's, DrSchär AG/SpA, and Genius Foods Ltd, ensuring that there are innovative products to attract consumers. These leading players accounted for 49.6% in 2014. one of the leading players is product advancements, which is helping them to continue to hold key market shares as well as survive the tough competition.


According to TMR, the global gluten free products Market which US$4.8 bn by 2021. On the basis of type of product, the bakery product segment is witnessing a high growth. An increasing number of diabetics are opting for gluten-free bakery products and this in turn will drive the growth of the segment in the near future. In terms of geography, North America is expected to lead with an increasing number of people suffering from celiac disease who have been registered in the US. Also, there is a high demand for gluten free bakery products in the US among consumers who are weight-conscious and health conscious. The growing awareness regarding the benefits of gluten free food is also a key factor driving the growth of the North American gluten free products Market.

Rising Incidences of Celiac Disease Behind Growth of Market

One of the key factors bolstering the growth of the gluten-free food market is the growing awareness regarding the ability of gluten-free products to lower down the cholesterol levels. Benefits such as reduction in weight and ability to ease digestive issues are driving the demand for gluten-free products. Manufacturers are implicating that these products are natural and healthy which in turn is losing a large population base of weight conscious people to consume gluten free products. Increasing awareness about health and well-being, fitness and exercise as well as mindfulness about celiac disease, and gluten hypersensitivities are some of the factors driving the demand for gluten-free products. In addition to this the green incidences of celiac disease among the people is the primary factor behind the demand for gluten-free products.

Efforts by Manufacturers in Terms of Advertising Pays off


Manufacturers are doing a good job of advertising and marketing gluten free products through appropriate channels and this in turn is driving the growth of the global gluten-free product Market. For stomach well-being and weight loss, many people are adopting gluten-free food products which in turn is aiding the growth of the market.