Global Humectants Market

Global Humectants Market Size, Trends, and Analysis - Forecasts To 2026 By Source (Synthetic and Natural), By Type (Sugar Alcohol, Glycerol, Alpha-Hydroxy Acids & Polysaccharides, Glycols, and Others), By Application (Food & Beverage, Oral & Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals, Animal Feed, and Others), By Region (North America, Asia Pacific, CSA, Europe, and the Middle East and Africa); End-User Landscape, Company Market Share Analysis & Competitor Analysis

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This report was recently updated on December 19 2024 with the latest and most recent market numbers

Global Humectants Market: Insights

The usage of humectant for prolonging the shelf life of a product, conserving moisture, and boosting the efficacy of a product has boosted the demand for humectant. The worldwide humectants market is being driven by an increase in need from food and beverage applications, as well as an improvement in demand and technical improvements in cosmetics and a transformation in lifestyle.

The transforming lifestyle in emerging nations is drawing growth in the cosmetics sector, while the ever-increasing demand from industrialized nations similarly pushes the cosmetics market. The pharmaceutical business is also increasing its need for organic humectants. Hyaluronic acid, an organic humectant, is used to treat osteoarthritis and is administered to the knees to alleviate the condition. Sorbitol, a typical organic humectant, has a huge spectrum of applications in the food sector and is utilized as a food ingredient in sugar-free foods. This is encouraging the employment of natural humectants in the food industry, which is projected to improve overall market development.

Nevertheless, certain humectants have a negative impact on human health, which is likely to inhibit market development. Polydextrose, for instance, has a laxative effect, and hyaluronic acid, when administered in large doses, can potentially cause cancer. Certain humectants are petroleum byproducts, which are sensitive to price fluctuation since they are sourced from crude oil. Numerous humectants are sourced from naturally occurring such as plant extracts and seaweeds, among several others. The presence of these specialized sources is projected to stymie market expansion because maintaining a steady supply of raw materials is a huge difficulty. Technological advancements in the cosmetics and food industries are projected to expand the use of humectants and present enormous potential for market participants. The imperative for humectants in the food and beverage sectors is escalating. Glucose syrup and honey, for example, are often used as humectants, which help the substance preserve its form while still preserving it for a prolonged span of time. Also, many personal care and cosmetic products use humectants as a component. Creams, hair conditioners, body lotions, lip balms, and facial or body cleansers are some of these items that are often used as moisturizers.

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Global Humectants Market: By Source

Based on the source, the humectants market has been segmented into two types i.e., synthetic and natural. The natural segment is foreseen to lead. Socioeconomic progress, changing lifestyles, and rising spending power have all contributed to a growth in demand for ready-to-eat food goods, bakery goods, and confectionary in all emerging regions. Among other humectants, sorbitol is an organic humectant that is often used in goods as a sugar-free ingredient to keep items fresher and enhance shelf life. The growing public awareness regarding sugar intake as a consequence of ailments such as diabetes and obesity is augmenting demand for products free of sugar additions.

Perishable items have a limited shelf life, but producers and distribution networks are working to expand their product lines and develop their processes so that unpreserved and perishable commodities may be held for increasingly longer periods of time. Skin-friendly organic humectants are currently in great demand, owing to increased consciousness of wholesome and sustainable personal care. This factor is predicted to help the segment’s overall development and success in the near future.

Global Humectants Market: By Type

By type, humectants are categorized into glycols, glycerol, alpha-hydroxy acids & polysaccharides, sugar alcohol, others. The sugar alcohol segment is foreseen to lead. Sugar alcohols are chemical molecules generated from sugar that belong to the polyol family. They are water-soluble, crystalline granules that exist organically or can be manufactured commercially from sugars. Sugar alcohols are extensively employed in the food business as sweeteners and thickeners while also providing moisture to the product, which will drive the humectants market growth in the food and beverage industries.

Global Humectants Market: By Application

Depending on the application of humectants, the market has been categorized as, food & beverage, oral & personal care, pharmaceuticals, animal feed, and others. The food & beverage segment is foreseen to lead. Increased innovations in the domain of applicability in humectants in the food sector by multiple major market players, as well as an increase in advancement operations and comprehensive research in the food sector, are likely to enhance market demand. Humectants, in general, act as additions in maintaining nutrition for a prolonged period of time. They regulate the moisture content of food items, particularly in humid climates, therefore reducing microbiological activities in the food. Recently, the cosmetics and food industries have seen significant growth as a result of rebuilding, socioeconomic development, and fast-paced evolving lifestyles. These industry advancements over the forecast period would be beneficial to market expansion. Furthermore, the frequency of cattle illnesses is increasing, as is public consciousness of their wellbeing (cattle and poultry animals). To ensure protection and usability to customers, producers are obligated to employ ingredients that are suitable for human consumption.

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Global Humectants Market: By Region

The market in North America is projected to be fueled by urbanization and FDA clearance for the usage of humectants in foodstuffs. The augmented usage of humectants in food owing to its lower caloric and moisture-holding functionality is likely to drive the global market. In Europe, humectants are only used in cosmetic products, and the government is focusing on the usage of organically available humectants because they are less dangerous than synthetic equivalents. In regards, to intake Europe was trailed by the Asia Pacific; nevertheless, it is predicted to be the fastest expanding market for humectants. Evolving lifestyles and increased discretionary income are propelling the paints and coatings and cosmetics industries in this area, which is likely to propel the humectants market. Massive population growth, the awareness of contaminated food and general food safety, and an increase in the number of investments in the food and beverage sector are also aiding in the growth.

Global Humectants Market: Share & Competitor Analysis

The key players of this market are Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ashland Global Holdings Inc., BASF SE, Barentz, Brenntag AG, Cargill Incorporated, E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Freres, and The DOW Chemical Company.

Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of companies profiled in the report.

Chapter 1 Methodology

1.1 Market Scope & Definitions

1.2 Estimates & Forecast Calculation

1.3 Historical Data Overview And Validation

1.4 Data Sources

1.4.1 Secondary

1.4.2 Primary

Chapter 2 Report Outlook

2.1 Global Humectants Industry Overview, 2016-2026

2.1.1 Industry Overview

2.1.2 Source Overview

2.1.3 Type Overview

2.1.4 Application Overview

2.1.5 Regional Overview

Chapter 3 Global Humectants Market Trends

3.1 Market Segmentation

3.2 Industry Background, 2016-2026

3.3 Market Key Trends

3.3.1 Positive Trends

3.3.1.1 Increasing Technological Advancements in Cosmetics

3.3.1.2 Increasing Demand from Food And Beverage Applications

3.3.2 Industry Challenges

3.3.2.1 Harmful Effects on Human Health

3.4 Prospective Growth Scenario

3.4.1 Source Growth Scenario

3.4.2 Type Growth Scenario

3.4.3 Application Growth Scenario

3.5 COVID-19 Influence over Industry Growth

3.6 Porter’s Analysis

3.7 PESTEL Analysis

3.8 Value Chain & Supply Chain Analysis

3.9 Regulatory Framework

3.9.1 North America

3.9.2 Europe

3.9.3 APAC

3.9.4 LATAM

3.9.5 MEA

3.10 Technology Overview

3.11 Market Share Analysis, 2020

3.11.1 Company Positioning Overview, 2020

Chapter 4 Global Humectants Market, By Source

4.1 Source Outlook

4.2 Natural

4.2.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

4.3 Synthetic

4.3.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

Chapter 5 Global Humectants Market, By Type

5.1 Types Outlook

5.2 Sugar Alcohol

5.2.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

5.3 Glycerol

5.3.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

5.4 Alpha-Hydroxy Acids & Polysaccharides

5.4.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

5.5 Glycols

5.5.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

5.6 Others

5.6.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

Chapter 6 Global Humectants Market, By Application

6.1 Application Outlook

6.2 Food & Beverage

6.2.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

6.3 Oral & Personal Care

6.3.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

6.4 Pharmaceuticals

6.4.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

6.5 Animal Feed

6.5.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

6.6 Others

6.6.1 Market Size, By Region, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

Chapter 7 Global Quantum Dot Display Market, By Region

7.1 Regional outlook

7.2 North America

7.2.1 Market Size, By Country, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.2 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.3 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.4 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.5 U.S.

7.2.5.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.5.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.5.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.6 Canada

7.2.6.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.6.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.2.6.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3 Europe

7.3.1 Market Size, By Country, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.2 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.3 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.4 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.5 Germany

7.3.5.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.5.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.5.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.6 UK

7.3.6.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.6.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.6.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.7 France

7.3.7.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.7.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.7.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.8 Italy

7.3.8.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.8.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.8.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.9 Spain

7.3.9.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.9.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.9.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.10 Russia

7.3.10.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.10.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.3.10.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4 Asia Pacific

7.4.1 Market Size, By Country, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.2 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.3 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.4 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.5 China

7.4.5.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.5.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.5.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.6 India

7.4.6.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.6.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.6.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.7 Japan

7.4.7.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.7.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.7.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.8 Australia

7.4.8.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.8.2 Market size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.8.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.9 South Korea

7.4.9.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.9.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.4.9.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5 Latin America

7.5.1 Market Size, By Country, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.2 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.3 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.4 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.5 Brazil

7.5.5.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.5.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.5.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.6 Mexico

7.5.6.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.6.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.6.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.7 Argentina

7.5.7.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.7.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.5.7.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6 MEA

7.6.1 Market Size, By Country, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.2 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.3 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.4 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.5 Saudi Arabia

7.6.5.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.5.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.5.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.6 UAE

7.6.6.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.6.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.6.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.7 South Africa

7.6.7.1 Market Size, By Source, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.7.2 Market Size, By Type, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

7.6.7.3 Market Size, By Application, 2016-2026 (USD Million)

Chapter 8 Company Landscape

8.1 Competitive Analysis, 2020

8.2 Archer Daniels Midland Company

8.2.1 Company Overview

8.2.2 Financial Analysis

8.2.3 Strategic Positioning

8.2.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.3 Ashland Global Holdings Inc.

8.3.1 Company Overview

8.3.2 Financial Analysis

8.3.3 Strategic Positioning

8.3.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.4 BASF SE

8.4.1 Company Overview

8.4.2 Financial Analysis

8.4.3 Strategic Positioning

8.4.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.5 Barentz

8.5.1 Company Overview

8.5.2 Financial Analysis

8.5.3 Strategic Positioning

8.5.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.6 Brenntag AG

8.6.1 Company Overview

8.6.2 Financial Analysis

8.6.3 Strategic Positioning

8.6.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.7 Cargill Incorporated

8.7.1 Company Overview

8.7.2 Financial Analysis

8.7.3 Strategic Positioning

8.7.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.8 E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company

8.8.1 Company Overview

8.8.2 Financial Analysis

8.8.3 Strategic Positioning

8.8.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.9 Ingredion Incorporated

8.9.1 Company Overview

8.9.2 Financial Analysis

8.9.3 Strategic Positioning

8.9.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.10 Roquette Freres

8.10.1 Company Overview

8.10.2 Financial Analysis

8.10.3 Strategic Positioning

8.10.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.11 The DOW Chemical Company

8.11.1 Company Overview

8.11.2 Financial Analysis

8.11.3 Strategic Positioning

8.11.4 Info Graphic Analysis

8.12 Other Companies

8.12.1 Company Overview

8.12.2 Financial Analysis

8.12.3 Strategic Positioning

8.12.4 Info Graphic Analysis

The Global Humectants Market has been studied from the year 2019 till 2026. However, the CAGR provided in the report is from the year 2021 to 2026. The research methodology involved three stages: Desk research, Primary research, and Analysis & Output from the entire research process.

The desk research involved a robust background study which meant referring to paid and unpaid databases to understand the market dynamics; mapping contracts from press releases; identifying the key players in the market, studying their product portfolio, competition level, annual reports/SEC filings & investor presentations; and learning the demand and supply-side analysis for the Humectants Market.

The primary research activity included telephonic conversations with more than 50 tier 1 industry consultants, distributors, and end-use product manufacturers.

Finally, based on the above thorough research process, an in-depth analysis was carried out considering the following aspects: market attractiveness, current & future market trends, market share analysis, SWOT analysis of the company and customer analytics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the projected market size of the global humectants market?

The global humectants market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period (2021-2026).

Who are the major vendors in the humectants market?

Key and innovative vendors in the humectants market include Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ashland Global Holdings Inc., BASF SE, Barentz, Brenntag AG, Cargill Incorporated, E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Freres, and The DOW Chemical Company.

Which region has the highest market share in the humectants market?

North America is estimated to hold the highest market share in the humectants market.

What is the Covid-19 impact on future humectants manufacturers?

Globally, the Covid-19 impact on the future humectants market will be quite significant for the manufacturers since demand has fluctuated owing to lockdown in key nations throughout the world. North America would be leading because of the augmented usage of humectants in food. Subsequently, Asia Pacific will be growing the fastest because of the increasing awareness of contaminated food and general food safety.

What are the major drivers in the humectants market?

The major driving factors for the humectants market include the increase in need from food and beverage applications; improvement in demand and technical improvements in cosmetics and a transformation in lifestyle; ever-increasing demand from industrialized nations; technological advancements in the cosmetics and food industries.