The global dietary fiber market is projected to increase from USD 12,343.6 million in 2024 to USD 33,098.0 million by 2034. Global sales of dietary fiber are anticipated to increase at a CAGR of 10.3% over the forecast period.
In 2021, Europe held the largest market share for dietary fibers. However, East Asia emerged as the region with the fastest-growing market. Soluble dietary fibers, derived from various sources, currently dominate the market.
A recent study by Future Market Insights (FMI) offers insights into the projected growth of the dietary fiber market from 2022 to 2029. The report reveals that 1.8 million metric tons of dietary fibers were consumed globally in 2021, generating USD 7 billion in sales. Continued market expansion is expected, driven by increased consumer awareness of the health benefits of dietary fibers and the development of innovative fiber-rich products by food companies.
Dietary fibers are found in a wide range of foods, particularly plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, and legumes. The two main types of dietary fibers in the market are soluble and insoluble. These fibers, primarily composed of cellulose and non-cellulosic polysaccharides, are mostly derived from plants. Dietary fibers have applications across several industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and animal feed.
As healthcare professionals continue to encourage fibre intake as a key to improving long-term health, market players are significantly paying attention to value-added offerings. Big brand companies as well as small high-tech startups are rigorously exploring the potential of dietary fibres in their products, which is likely to promise new beginnings for the market stakeholders.
Consumers, leading fast-paced lives, have started to keep an eye on dietary recommendations, resulting in a move towards proactive healthcare and lifestyles. As consumers are becoming food explorers and newer trends are emerging at rapid pace, FMI’s analysis infers that the dietary fibres industry players are placing betting on R&D investments and new product launches.
Fibre intake has been alarmingly low in various regions, resulting into population-wide deficiency – known as ‘fibre gap’. As science behind dietary fibres expands, this ingredient has been witnessing renewed interest from young consumers for weight management benefits, while aging consumers tend to seek digestive health benefits.
Country-wise Insights
| Countries | CAGR (2024 to 2034) |
| United States | 6.0% |
| United Kingdom | 7.1% |
| Germany | 7.7% |
| China | 4.9% |
| India | 5.9% |
| Japan | 5.4% |
Stakeholders Leverage White Spaces to Drive Sales Opportunities
According to the FMI study, the dietary fibres industry is likely to grow at CAGR of ~10% during the predefined timeframe. Obesity, diabetes, and other lifestyle diseases are on the rise, especially in developed regions, and as a result consumers are increasingly becoming health conscious and spending on high nutritional products. The study opines that a rise in consumer preference for maintaining a healthy diet and regulating body weight will provide a strong business outlook for the market players.
Use of soluble dietary fibres has been confined in functional F&B industry as a highly nutritive ingredient, while stakeholders are focused on identifying and leveraging the white spaces in their application, which range from pet food to cosmetics. Capabilities of corn fibre as an effective fibre source for pets, lignin as an emulsifier and efficient substitute for whole eggs in bakery products, pectin in food processing, and beta-glucan in cosmetic production are increasingly being explored. As the market continues to benefit from consumer shift towards plant-based ingredients and sugar substitutes, stakeholders are further exploring new sources of dietary fibres, apart from cereals & grains and fruits & vegetables.
As per the study, dietary fibres industry players continue to witness growth opportunities in developed markets – Europe and North America, which collectively account for ~60% revenue share. In addition to increasing consumer spending on products with high nutritional value, government agencies in the regions are undertaking awareness campaigns to bring due attention towards the need for maintaining a balanced diet, thereby creating a high demand for dietary fibres. Market stakeholders are further eyeing on newer opportunities in Asia Pacific, particularly in countries such as China, Japan and South Korea, on the back of a notable trend for healthier eating.
FMI’s study identifies restraints that could possibly represent a threat to the lucrative stride of dietary fibres industry Research studies have found that excessive consumption of dietary fibres and their addition in processed foods can have adverse effects on human health, which may add to reluctance of consumers to adopt such ingredients.
The study opines that dietary fibres industry is on an upward swing with increasing number of small players entering into the space with new product offerings that align with consumers’ trends. Leading players continue to put emphasis on filling the fibre gap through R&D activities and product innovations.
Competitive Landscape
Dietary fibre manufacturers are pursuing strategic alliances and strategic partnerships with other manufacturers in order to enhance productivity and meet the demands of an ever-growing patient pool.
The industry is defined by a high level of capital expenditure and a complicated manufacturing process. Cost-effective manufacturing procedures can help establish global market sustainability. The (FDA) in the United States and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in Europe are expected to stymie the entry of new businesses. Furthermore, the existence of a large number of producers is likely to raise entrance barriers.
Cargill, Inc. invested about USD 35 million in Europe in October 2019 to expand its current product line of sweeteners, starches, and texturizers to include soluble dietary fibres. This strategic project is the company’s first foray into soluble dietary fibres in Europe, and it was launched to give on-trend solutions to makers of high-quality products such as bakery & confectionery goods, cereals, and dairy products.
The key players in the market are BENEO, ADM, Cargill, Incorporated, DuPont, Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Frères, Emsland Group, Kerry Inc., The Green Labs LLC, Nexira, Tate & Lyle, Farbest Brands, Taiyo International, AGT Food and Ingredients, Batory Foods.
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