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The global hydrocolloids market reached a value of almost USD 11.97 Billion in 2025. The hydrocolloids industry is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.50% between 2026 and 2035 to reach a value of nearly USD 22.47 Billion by 2035.
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With the growing vegan population, there is a rising demand for hydrocolloids such as pectin, agar-agar, and carrageenan to provide thickening, gelling, and stabilising properties without using animal-based ingredients. As per the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), there were nearly 88 million vegan individuals worldwide in 2023.
Technological advancements in extraction and processing aimed at improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of hydrocolloid production with improved performance characteristics, including higher viscosity, solubility, and enhanced stability, are aiding the market. Moreover, advancements in extraction techniques to develop more sustainable hydrocolloids, such as those derived from renewable plant and seaweed sources, are expected to drive the market in upcoming years.
Manufacturers in the hydrocolloids market are increasingly customising hydrocolloids to meet the specific needs of diverse applications in sectors such as food, packaging, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, among others, while reducing waste and improving the overall cost-effectiveness of production. In the forecast period, the growing interest in sustainable packaging is expected to surge the use of customisable hydrocolloids to create biodegradable, edible, and water-soluble films.
Key hydrocolloids market players are offering eco-friendly and responsibly sourced hydrocolloids while emphasising transparency and traceability in their supply chain. Hydrocolloids companies are also developing non-GMO and natural hydrocolloid products to meet the clean-label requirements of customers.
Ingredion Incorporated
Ingredion Incorporated, founded in 1906 and headquartered in Illinois, United States, is a leading global ingredients solution provider that serves customers in more than 120 countries across the world. The company turns fruits, grains, vegetables, and other plant-based materials into value-added ingredients for use in the animal nutrition, food, beverage, and industrial sectors.
Kerry Group plc
Kerry Group plc, headquartered in Kerry, Ireland, and founded in 1972, is a prominent food and beverage company. It has also established its position as a leader in the pharmaceutical sector. The company boasts over 22,000 employees and more than 150 manufacturing and innovation centres across 30 countries.
Daicel Corporation
Daicel Corporation, headquartered in Osaka, Japan, and established in 1919, is a prominent chemical company. It is also a pioneer of acetic acid manufacturing in Japan and boasts an extensive product portfolio, ranging from general-purpose resins to engineering plastics. With an employee base of over 11,000, the company achieved annual sales of JPY 558.1 billion in FY 2023-24.
Lotus Gums & Chemicals
Lotus Gums & Chemicals, founded in 1981 and headquartered in Rajasthan, India, is a prominent supplier of high-quality guar gum at competitive prices. The company’s modern and sophisticated plant, featuring advanced equipment, boasts a manufacturing capacity of 1000-1200 MT of guar gum powder per month.
Other key players in the hydrocolloids market are Cargill, Incorporated, and Archer Daniels Midland Company, among others.
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In 2025, the market attained a value of approximately USD 11.97 Billion.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.50% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach about USD 22.47 Billion by 2035.
The major drivers of the market are increasing oil well drilling, strong pharma spending, and growing demand from the oil and gas industry.
The key trends guiding the growth of the market include the rising production of guar gum and increasing demand for hydrocolloids in the chemical and automotive sectors.
The major regions in the market are North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, and the Asia Pacific, with North America accounting for the largest share in the market.
The major products of hydrocolloids in the market are corn starch, guar gum, carrageenan, and xanthan gum, with corn starch leading the market.
The major players in the global hydrocolloids market are Cargill, Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Kerry Group plc, Lotus Gums & Chemicals, and Daicel Corporation, among others.
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