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Wednesday, 29 August 2018

Amino Acid Based Formula Market: Increasing Women Workforce to Create Demand

Growing availability of amino acid-based formula in pouches, in tandem with smaller conventional containers such as tubs, their sales have witnessed a remarkable rise. Manufacturers are focusing on employing innovative packaging solutions for infant formulas, such as ready-to-use plastic bottles that facilitate firm grip. This further appeals to convenience of busy parents, who find it hard to prepare multiple bottles while tagging along time-constraints.


A recently published analytical report of Transparency Market Research (TMR) elucidates key companies underpinning growth of the global amino acid-based formula market, which include Nestlé S.A., Mead Johnson Nutrition Company, Danone, Abbott Laboratories, and Ausnutria Dairy Corporation Ltd. A key trend gaining momentum is development of organic infant formulas based on amino acid, such as Earth’s BEST Organic Infant Formula and Baby’s Only Organic Dairy Formula, which meet FDA regulations for infant nutrition.

According to the report, the global market for amino acid based formula will register a splendid volume CAGR of 8.5% between the period 2017 and 2026. Revenues from worldwide sales of amino acid-based formula are envisaged to close in on nearly US$ 1,900 Mn by 2026-end.

With the rise in GHDI of consumers in developing countries such as China, India, and Singapore, discretionary spending of households has gained an uptick. This has significantly reflected on demand for premium products among consumes. Parent want to offer their children with the best provision available in the market, and premium infant formulas are no exception.

Several premium amino acid based infant formula have been introduced in the market, such as PurAmino, and The Honest Company Organic Premium Infant Formula. Penetration of premium amino acid-based infant formula is further expected to gain momentum, with growing cases of hypoallergenic diseases, malabsorption, and malmetabolism among young infants worldwide.

Steady narrowing of gender gap in employment statistics and the labor market has been recorded since the recent past. According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), participation of women in jobs reached nearly 50% in 2015, and the number is likely to exhibit steady surge in the upcoming years. With the lifestyle of these women becoming busier, its influence on birth rate as well as breastfeeding has been remarkable. This is significantly rubbing off on demand for infant formulas, such as amino acid-based infant formula.

With rapid growth in health and wellness industry worldwide, probiotics have gained a paramount importance in food products, and in infant formulas as well. As probiotics enrich beneficial microbes in human stomach for proper gut functioning, they are being considered as vital ingredients in infant formulas. Recent studies have showcased effective management of hypoallergenic diseases and modification of gut microbiota in children when fed with amino acid-based infant formula containing probiotics. Preference for such infant formulas have therefore increased among parents worldwide, which in turn is paving lucrative avenues for infant formula manufacturers.

North America will continue to spearhead the global amino acid-based formula market, in terms of value as well as volume. Asia-Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) will record the fastest expansion in the market through 2026.
On the basis of product type, revenues from sales of amino acid-based formula with lactose content will remain significantly larger than those from its lactose-free counterpart. However, mounting incidences of lactose-intolerance among neonates have meant that, sales of lactose-free amino acid-based formula will register a relatively faster sales expansion through 2026, in terms of both value and volume.
Based on application, amino acid-based formula will continue to seek the highest sales in new born segment. Infants will also prevail as a major application area of amino acid-based formula.


Bottled Water Market: Rising Awareness for Drinking Water from Recycled Bottles Drives Market

The global bottled water market mainly depicts the presence of a highly fragmented and competitive vendor landscape. This is majorly due to innumerable players operating in the field. With new companies entering the market on a regular basis, the competition is expected to increase dramatically during the upcoming years. Many prominent companies are facing stiff competition from local vendors. This is mainly due to the low entry barrier present in the market, wherein numerous local players are striking gold since several decades.


Bringing about extensive innovations in bottled water manufacturing processes, and striving towards increasing awareness among masses regarding benefits of using recycled bottles are prime strategies implemented by businesses working in the global bottled water market. Many companies are developing advanced and cost-effective techniques of producing water bottles, so that they can efficiently function while causing least harm to the environment. Such businesses are also receiving tremendous support from most governments all over the globe. Mountain Valley Spring Company LLC, Groupe Danone, PepsiCo Inc, Icelandic Water Holdings, The Coca Cola Company, Nestle Waters, Unicer - Bebidas SA, Grupo Vichy Catalan, Suntori Beverage & Food Ltd, and CG Roxane, LLC, are key players operating in the global bottled water market.

This market had gained revenue worth US$198.5 bn in 2017, which is further expected to grow up to US$307.2 bn by 2024. This growth is projected to occur at a splendid CAGR of 6.44% during the forecast period from 2017 to 2024. In terms of volume, an estimated demand of 528.2 bn liters of bottled water could be sold by the end of 2024.

A rising awareness for drinking pure and clean water among masses all over the globe is majorly driving the global bottled water market. We all know that the environment is degrading more by the day, and to save it from getting worse, it is highly necessary that consumers need to utilize specific goods in certain forms. Using reusable water bottles is one such way that can significantly contribute towards reducing harmful effects caused to the environment, specifically due to excessive garbage dumping. A rising awareness among the masses to use reusable water bottles for reducing plastic utilization is primarily driving the global bottles water market too. Additionally, easy availability and portability of water sold in bottled makes customers prefer buy the bottles instead of other packaged water items, consequently making the market grow at a fast pace.

However, high costs required to set up systems for producing bottles water commodities is greatly hampering the market. Some small-scale companies could face difficulties while raising funds that are needed for carrying out expensive research and development activities, which is not good for the global bottled water market’s growth. Many regions might depict a lack of trained professionals and a shortage of equipment that is required to procure the right kind of material and use it to make bottles. Nevertheless, the picture is soon expected to change as numerous companies are gradually introducing cost-effective methodologies and processes to manufacture water bottles, which could offset most of the restraints.

The information presented in this review is based on a Transparency Market Research report, titled, “Bottled Water Market (Product Type - Still Bottle Water, Carbonated Bottle Water, Flavored Bottle Water, and Functional Bottle Water; Packaging - PET Bottles and Glass Bottles; Distribution Channel - Super/Hypermarket, Convenience/Drug Stores, Grocery Stores/Club Stores, and Foodservice/Vending) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2017 – 2024.”

Key Takeaways:

  • Bringing about extensive innovations in bottled water manufacturing processes, and striving towards increasing awareness among masses regarding benefits of using recycled bottles are prime strategies implemented by businesses working in the global bottled water market.
  • A rising awareness for drinking pure and clean water among masses all over the globe is majorly driving the global bottled water market.


Avocado Market: Increasing Preference towards Healthy Eating among the Huge Population to Boost the Market

The global market for avocado is expected to grow astonishingly during the course of 2018 to 2026, as studied by Transparency Market Research (TMR) in its recent report. The outstanding growth is evident due to the increasing preference towards healthy eating among the huge population. Additionally, minimizing complexity of production and exploring new regions for avocado production will significantly boost the supply of avocados in the market. Thus, improved supply will benefit the avocado market to grow during the forecast period. Some of the key companies operating in the global avocado market are The Horton Fruit Company, Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., McDaniel Fruit Co., West Pak Avocado, Inc., Del Rey Avocado Co. Inc., Superior Foods Companies, Brooks Tropicals Holding, Inc., Henry Avocado Corporation, Costa Group Holdings Limited, and Calavo Growers, Inc., and Olivado USA.


The financial lookout for the global avocado market given by TMR stated that, it is expected to increase at a CAGR of 5.9% during the tenure. The revenue generated by the avocado market is projected to reach US$ 21.56 bn by the end of 2026, which was US$ 13.64 bn in 2016. Among the ways of production, conventional way of producing avocado is estimated to dominate the market both in terms of value and in terms of volume and in addition to low cost of production and minimal labor input. The regional analysis done in the report shows that Latin America dominates the global avocado market. Moreover, North America and Latin America holds the strongest position by having 60% of the revenue share collectively.

The demand for avocados has increased at a high rate in past few years. One main reason for this high demand is growing preference for healthy food among the huge population is escalating the market. Moreover, developing interest among the younger population or in the millennials for healthy living has also significantly pushed the demand for avocados. Avocados also have high nutritional value and is considered as one of the healthiest fruit. These health benefits are used for the marketing and promotion of avocados and for avocados based products. Additionally, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables on the regular bases will also flourish the market for avocados. The increasing popularity of avocados among the Pan-Latin and Mexican flavors where avocados are used in the mainstream culinary culture. The use of avocados is highly seen in Mexican and Hispanic food items. It has been seen that almost 73% of the U.S. consumers use Mexican food and ingredients. The increasing sale of Hispanic food and beverages is estimated to touch US$ 10.7 bn by 2017.


Increasing knowledge about the side effects caused by avocados may restrain the market to a certain extent. It is advisable to minimize the intake of avocados during pregnancy and for breast-feeding mothers, as it reduces milk production. Moreover, people suffering from hypersensitivity are also advices to reduce consumption of avocados. Over consumption of avocados may hamper liver, can cause allergy, and reduce cholesterol level. However, appropriate amount of consumption of avocados will not cause any harm, thus increasing the demand for avocados in the global market.

Bakery Top Application Segment of Calcium Propionate Market

The global calcium propionate market is consolidated with the leading players accounting for a substantial two third share in it. Some such leading players are Niacet Corporation, Perstorp Holding AB, and Kemira. These players have come to hold a prominent position in the market through their solid distribution channels all across the globe. They also hold a sway over the market because of their diversified product portfolios. Most of them, however, are mainly focused on supplying calcium propionate to bakeries.

A report by Transparency Market Research predicts the global calcium propionate market to rise at 4.9% between 2017 and 2023 to become worth US$480.3 mn by 2023-end. The market was valued at US$360.4 mn in 2017-end.


Depending upon applications or end use, bakeries currently generate maximum demand in the global calcium propionate market. As per the TMR report, the segment would clock almost US$270.3 mn in revenue by 2023-end. From a geographical standpoint, Europe has been seeing a steady rise in demand in the calcium propionate market. This is mainly in account of the rising demand for ready-to-eat foods in the U.K., Italy, and France. Demand has also risen on account of curbs on sales of other preservatives. By end of 2023, the Europe calcium propionate market is expected to generate revenue to the tune of US$175.9 mn, states our report.

Foremost demand driver in the global calcium propionate market is the increasingly hectic schedules of people. This has left them with little time to cook elaborate meals in their kitchens thus leading to surging demand for ready-to-eat foods, canned foods, and preserved foods. All such kinds of food require preservatives such as calcium propionate to prolong their shelf lives. The lead analyst of our report explains in details, “Calcium propionate is a useful anti-microbial preservative and is a great solution to the increasing concerns for food-borne illnesses.”

Thus calcium propionate is being used in various areas such as dairy, animal feed, meat processing, packaged food products, beverages, grain protection, and plant pesticides apart from bakery products. Besides, the lesser manufacturing cost is also helping to boost the market.

Despite its numerous uses, the global calcium propionate market is running into headwinds owing to the surging demand for fresh foods sans additives and preservatives. This is because of the rising tribe of health conscious consumers and advice by doctors to consume fresh healthy stuff for good health. Despite such hiccups, the global calcium propionate market is predicted to grow because of its preference over sodium propionate.

A noticeable trend in the global calcium propionate market is the shifting of gaze towards the under tapped and high growth Asia Pacific market by keen players. This would help them overcome the challenge of sluggish sales in saturated advanced markets.



Nisin Market: Growing Preference for Clean Label Foods Pushes Demand for Nisin

The preservation of food has always been an important factor for the food industry, and has been in practice since ages. Increasing trade of food products across the globe has led to the increasing demand for food preservatives, thus supporting the growth of bio preservatives. Bio preservatives such as bacteriocins are used to inhibit the growth of harmful microbes in a wide variety of food and beverage products.


The preferred use of bacteriocins such as Nisin in these applications is due to their heat-resistant property, since thermal processing is extensively used in food processing. Even at high-temperatures, Nisin and other bacteriocins serve to inhibit the growth of spores and save food products from any kind of spoilage. Apart from Nisin being a heat-resistive preservative, it also acts as a broad spectrum preservative, effective against many gram-positive organisms such as lactic acid bacteria, listeria monocytogenes, staphylococcus aureus, bacillus cereus, and clostridium botulinum, among others, which is expected to drive the growth of the 2018-2026 market over the forecast period.

The global nisin market is, however, currently restrained by precised production; as the production process of nisin is highly sensitive and requires a lot of precision. If, by chance, there is any imbalance in the lactate concentration beyond a standard level, and a decrease in the pH level, it can drastically affect the final end product, which is expected to be a significant restraining factor for the growth of the nisin market over the forecast period.

Revenue generated from nisin market is estimated to be valued at roughly US$ 320.6 Mn by the end of 2018 and is expected to increase at a CAGR of 4.2% over the forecast period. Global nisin market are expected to be valued at approximately US$ 445.6 Mn by the end of 2026.

The application of bio preservative such as nisin is not limited to food products. It can be applied to wine, beer, distilled spirits, and other alcoholic beverages as well. Nisin helps prevent rancidity caused by lactic acid bacteria in alcoholic beverages. It helps in the inhibition of gram positive bacteria during the fermentation process. Nisin also helps extend the shelf life of non-pasteurized beer, and reduces the ripe taste. All these properties are contributing to the growth of nisin over the forecast period.

Moreover, according to the recent past activities in various regions of the world, it can be concluded that, the consumption of alcohol or alcohol-based products has become an accompaniment for a number of reasons, such as celebrations, commiserations, the end of a working day, and others. In many developed regions such as Europe, Canada, and the U.S., alcohol is a socially accepted part of daily life. The younger population of the world is influenced by their peer group or peer thinking, which factor is driving the growth of alcoholic products, hence supporting the growth of the nisin market, which is expected to continue over the forecast period.

Although the demand for clean label food products is increasing with robust growth, that in Eastern European countries is expected to be relatively lower. The major two countries in Eastern Europe have a below average disposable income per capita set by OECD (Organisation de Coopération et de Développement Économiques). Clean label food products are priced in the premium range, and low disposable incomes may act as a restraint to products such as clean label food, organic food, and others, and is expected to restrain the demand for food products manufactured with clean label ingredients such as nisin, as their prices are high as compared to conventional products which contain synthetic preservatives.

By form, the nisin market is segmented into powder and liquid. The powder segment is likely to be the most attractive segment in the forecast. The powder segment is estimated to account for a significant revenue share of 97.9% in 2018 and is expected to reach 97.7% by 2026. On the basis of end use, the nisin market can be segmented into food & beverages, pharmaceutical, animal feed & pet food and others. The food & beverages segment is further sub segmented into beverages, bakery, confectionary, meat, poultry & seafood, dairy products, ready meals, soups & noodles, snacks and others. The food & beverages segment is estimated to account for a significant revenue share of 90.2% in 2018 and is expected to register moderate growth rate during the forecast period.

On the basis of region, the market in the U.S. is expected to dominate over the forecast period followed by Europe. Due to the existence of Chinese players, Asia is expected to become a prominent player by the end of the forecast period with a significant CAGR attributed to increase in the per capita consumption of Nisin in the region.

Some of the major companies operating in the global nisin market are Koninklijke DSM NV, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (Danisco A/S), Merck KGaA, Siveele B.V., Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc., Galactic S.A., Handary S.A. , Shandong Freda Biotechnology Co., Ltd, MAYASAN Food Industries A.S., Cayman Chemical Company, Inc., and Chihon Biotechnology Co., Ltd. among others.


Apple Cider Vinegar Market Revenue will Expand at a CAGR of 5.7% during 2018-2026

Transparency Market Research offers an eight-year forecast for the global apple cider vinegar market between 2018 and 2026. In a recently released report by the company, the global apple cider vinegar market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period. The primary objective of the report is to offer insights on the advancements and opportunity in the apple cider vinegar market. The study demonstrates market dynamics that are expected to influence the current challenges and future status of the global apple cider vinegar market over the forecast period. This report also offer updates on trends, drivers, restraints, value forecasts, and opportunities for manufacturers operating in the global and regional apple cider vinegar market.


Apple cider vinegar is simply a liquid vinegar that is made from apple juice. It is prepared by two fermentation processes. In the first process, bacteria and yeast are added to the apple juice to start the alcoholic fermentation process, and turn the sugar into alcohol. In the second process, the alcohol is converted into vinegar by adding acetic acid. It is used for various applications, and also in the management of various health conditions such as diabetes, weight loss, skin care, hair problems, low blood sugar levels, and many more.

By type, the apple cider vinegar market is segmented into filtered and unfiltered. The unfiltered type segment is likely to be the most attractive segment in the forecast period owing to presence of mother in the product which stands of proteins, enzymes, and friendly bacteria that give the product a murky appearance. On the basis of form, the apple cider vinegar market can be segmented into powder, tablets, capsules, and liquid. The liquid segment is estimated to account for a significant revenue share of 87.6% in 2017 and is expected to register significant growth rate during the forecast period.

By nature, the apple cider vinegar market is segmented into organic and conventional. The organic apple cider vinegar segment is likely to be the most attractive segment in the forecast period. Furthermore, on the basis of distribution channel, the apple cider vinegar market is segmented into direct and indirect. Indirect segment is further sub-segmented into store-based retailing and e-Retailers. Amongst these sub-segments, the store-based retailing is anticipated to occupy the largest market share of 80.4% in 2017. The e-Retails sub-segment is expected to register high growth rate during the forecast period.

The report includes market share of each segment according to the region with analysis towards market trends respectively. A section of the report highlights apple cider vinegar demand. It also provides a market outlook for 2018–2026 and sets the forecast within the context of the apple cider vinegar ecosystem, including the new product developments as well as product offerings in the global apple cider vinegar market. This study discusses key trends contributing to growth of the global apple cider vinegar market, as well as analyses the degree to which drivers are influencing the global market.

In the final section of the report, a competitive landscape has been included to provide report audiences with a dashboard view. Key categories of providers covered in the report are apple cider vinegar’ key players of the global apple cider vinegar market. Detailed profiles of the providers are also included in the scope of the report to evaluate their long-term and short-term strategies, key offerings and recent developments in the apple cider vinegar space.

Key players in the global apple cider vinegar market includes PepsiCo, Inc., The Kraft Heinz Company, GNC Holdings, Inc., White House Foods Company, Carl Kühne KG (GmbH & Co.), Castelo Alimentos S/A, Pompeian, Inc., Manzana Products Co., Solana Gold Organics, Aspall Cyder Ltd., Nutraceutical Corporation, Eden Foods, Inc., Higher Nature Limited, Vitane Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Bragg Live Food Products, Inc., Swanson Health Products, Inc., Mautner Markhof Feinkost GmbH, Viva Naturals, and others.


Key Facts About the Global Natural Mineral Salt Market: Read More Below

The salt industry, on the whole, has been witnessing evolution over the past few years on account of the fact that salt is an indispensible part of any cuisine and the development of varieties of salt. The global natural mineral salt market has been gaining much prominence as small to large companies dedicate a substantial amount of resources in the research and development activities of more effective and affordable variations of the product.

The report has been segmented on the basis of various key parameters so as to give readers a 360-degree overview of the natural mineral salt market and also shed light on the nuances that define this market.


The evaluation of the vendor landscape makes for an interesting read as research analysts have not only identified the top-notch players but also profiled them in detail. Key aspects such as company overview, business strategies, financial standing, product portfolio, and recent developments have been taken into consideration to gauge the performance of the prominent players in the natural mineral salt market. With the help of a SWOT analysis, readers are given a clear understanding of each company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.

In an effort to provide a holistic overview of the said market for natural mineral salt, the market has been segmented in terms of application, packaging, process and geography.

As analysts note that salt is an indispensible part of any cuisine and is a daily requirement for everyday food preparation. Mineral salts refer to those inorganic salts that are needed to be absorbed or ingested by living organisms for healthy maintenance and growth. They include the salts of the trace elements in animals and the micronutrients of plants. The factors that fuel the demand for the world natural mineral salt market are deficiency of mineral salt that result in numerous health problems, presence of a large chunk of population aged over 65 years, soaring prevalence of various chronic diseases, augmented demand for natural mineral salts in the personal care and cosmetics industry, rising demand from the food and beverages industry, and increase in awareness about a nutrient and natural mineral salt rich diet. Natural mineral salt possess various medical properties that work as an anti-aging formula and is likely to further fuel revenue growth of the world market for mineral salt . Rapid advancements changing lifestyles of people, changing lifestyles of people, and increasing urbanization are other factors likely to boost the growth of the global mineral salt market during the forecast period.

Product innovation and unique marketing initiatives can also lend players a strong boost to increase or sustain their share in the natural mineral salt market.

This report makes an examination of the international market for natural mineral salt across various regions such as Latin America, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Middle East and Africa. Amongst all the regions, the region of Asia Pacific (APAC) accounted for a large chunk of the world market for mineral salt in the year 2016. Europe also accounted for a large share of the global mineral salt market by 2016 end. Amongst the emerging markets, Latin America is estimated to exhibit a significant CAGR over the period of forecast. It is anticipated to be followed by the North America market, owing to an emerging trend of the adoption of functional foods as a rich source of mineral salt .

To offer insights into the competitiveness that is prevailing in the said market, the report profiles various companies such as Saltworks, Pure Ocean, EuSalt, San Francisco Salt Company and many others. These companies are studied on the basis of their financial overview, strategies adopted, development status, and product portfolio.