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The global Hydrocolloids market was valued at USD 11.79 billion in 2024 and grew at a CAGR of 5.30% from 2025 to 2034. The market is expected to reach USD 19.77 billion by 2034. The market is driven by growing demand from the oil & gas and food & beverage sectors. Food additives have become a key part of the food and beverage sector. Natural-label food additives like Hydrocolloids are growing among food & beverage end users. In the food sector, Hydrocolloids are largely used as texture enhancers. These Hydrocolloids can be highly versatile and, based on the need, can have several textures, from creamy to gummy. Also, hydrocolloids like xanthan gum, carrageenan and pectin are used as stabilizers and thickeners in several food products such as dressings, sauces and desserts.
Hydrocolloids are used to make gels. It is thickened or semi-solution and provides the product with viscosity or thickness. So hydrocolloids are acting as stabilizers and thickeners in the food products. Its demand is growing due to its more use because of technological advancements. The recent advancement has completely transformed the way hydrocolloids are used. As the demand for high-quality food ingredients has increased, organizations use technological developments to increase production and expand the range of products offered. Hydrocolloid is a key component in several processed food items and is present in many forms. It is broadly used to enhance the texture and consistency of many food products, such as bakery ingredients, dairy products, and ice cream. The surge in the use of hydrocolloids in the food sector has increased demand for the hydrocolloids market. These components are easily available and can be sourced from multiple sources. Thus, it has become a reliable and lower-cost alternative to natural ingredients.
Several types of hydrocolloids are used in the food sector, and these can be classified based on adhesiveness and non-adhesiveness. This property can be determined based on the hydration of hydrocolloids that are put in water. Adhesive hydrocolloids are sticky after hydration. Non-adhesive hydrocolloids are hydrocolloids which make slippery mucilage after hydration. Hydrocolloids offer many functional properties, making them the most used food additives in the food sector. Some functional properties of hydrocolloids are viscosity-enhancing properties, gelling properties, thickening properties, edible coatings, emulsifying properties, and fat-replacing properties, among others.
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Demand for ready-to-eat food– There is a surge in the preference and consumption of convenience food. This high demand for convenience food has increased the use of hydrocolloids in these products. The use of hydrocolloids helps improve the quality, shelf life, and many other factors. It is preferred as it improves the viscosity and textual properties of several food products like processed meat, sauces and gravies. Due to the hectic lifestyle of the people in the developed and developing urban areas, people prefer ready-to-eat products; thus, the demand for convenience food is increasing. Hydrocolloids are also largely used to make bakery products like muffins, cakes and bread. Hydrocolloids help improve the volume, texture and shelf-life of baked goods. It is largely used to adjust the texture of gluten-free products, offering a better mouthfeel. All these factors will eventually propel the growth of the hydrocolloids market.
Stringent regulations – Many government regulatory bodies strictly monitor the use of hydrocolloids in several food products. Also, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Parliament and Council, and the Food and Agriculture Organization Expert Committee on Food Additives set very stringent food safety regulations. Hence, they have strict rules and control over the use of hydrocolloids in food and beverage products. All these factors are acting as restraints for the market.
Advancement in technology – Advancements in technology are involved in research and development and the production process of hydrocolloids. Research and production facilities and food formula optimization are crucial as different hydrocolloid ratios are tailored based on several types of food products. Hydrocolloid producers are looking for advancements in their technical ability and service level in taking care of new specifications and formulations of hydrocolloids and their products. Also surge in the use of natural hydrocolloids such as pectin carrageenan, Xanthan gum, gellan and CMC, which are used for suspending, thickening and stabilizing agents in lotions, body washes and sunscreens, among others. Hydrocolloids are also used in paper making. For instance, carboxy-methyl cellulose (CMC) is mostly used in paper making to give efficiency, quality, and runnability to paper and board products. Also, hydrocolloids are used in the oil and gas mining sector, mostly guar gum powder. All these factors will drive the hydrocolloids market in the forecasting period.
The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific emerged as the most significant global Hydrocolloids market, with a 43.21% market revenue share in 2024.
The Asia Pacific region leads the hydrocolloids market as the demand for convenience food grows, particularly in emerging economies like China and India. The demand for natural hydrocolloids is increasing in the region due to a surge in health awareness among people and the recent clean labelling trend. There is a growing demand for functional food and a surge in the use of hydrocolloids in the personal care and pharmaceutical sectors. There is a growth in the demand for processed food along with a surge in the disposable income of the people in the region. All these factors are driving the hydrocolloids market in the region.
Asia Pacific Region Hydrocolloids Market Share in 2024 – 43.21%
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The product segment is divided into Gelatin, Starches, Pectin, Xanthan, Carrageenan, Alginates, LBG, Agar, CMC, Gellan, Arabic and Others. Gelatin segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 31.88% in 2024. It has a significant share as it is broadly used in producing several pharmaceuticals, including homeostatic sponges, wound dressings, blood volume substitutes, etc. Gelatin is largely used as a gelling agent in medication, food, cosmetics, vitamin capsules, paper and photographic films.
The application segment is divided food & beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care & cosmetics and others. The food & beverage segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 64.95% in 2024. This significant share is due to the large use of hydrocolloids by the food and beverage sector because of their functionality in changing the flow of the food system, like texture and viscosity, among others. These changes in texture and viscosity of the food help in changing the sensory properties, and hence, hydrocolloids are largely used as food additives.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Market Size | Revenue (USD Billion) |
| Market size value in 2024 | USD 11.79 Billion |
| Market size value in 2034 | USD 19.77 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 to 2034) | 5.30% |
| Historical data | 2021-2023 |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Forecast | 2025-2034 |
| Region | The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East and Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level. |
| Segments | Product, and Application |
As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the global Hydrocolloids market was valued at USD 11.79 billion in 2024 to USD 19.77 billion by 2034.
Global Hydrocolloids market is growing at a CAGR of 5.30% during the forecast period 2025-2034.
The market's growth will be influenced by demand for ready-to-eat food.
Stringent regulations could hamper the market growth.
This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2021 to 2034. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global Hydrocolloids market based on below mentioned segments:
Global Hydrocolloids Market by Product:
Global Hydrocolloids Market by Application:
Global Hydrocolloids Market by Region:
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