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Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)

Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market is segmented by Type (Kappa, Iota, and Lambda), Application (Food Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, Cosmetics Industry, and Others), and Geography

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APAC Carrageenan Market Size

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Study Period 2019 - 2029
Base Year For Estimation 2023
Forecast Data Period 2024 - 2029
Historical Data Period 2019 - 2022
CAGR 8.52 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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APAC Carrageenan Market Analysis

Asia-Pacific carrageenan market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.52% during the forecast period (2020-2025).

  • Asia-Pacific being the prominent producer of carrageenan, it is the fastest-growing region with higher application in varied sectors.
  • Carrageenan is broadly used in food applications, such as dairy and meat products, and recently, its demand in non-food applications has increased significantly. The demand for carrageenan in pharmaceuticals and cosmetic products is increasing due to its sustainable functional property.
  • Additionally, the increasing demand for natural hydrocolloid ingredients in processed foods and increased consumption in the meat and poultry industry is projected to drive the market.

APAC Carrageenan Market Trends

This section covers the major market trends shaping the APAC Carrageenan Market according to our research experts:

Upsurge in the Application in Dairy Sector

Carrageenan as an additive is a safe food stabilizer that thickens and extends the efficiency of shelf-life. The high-quality food-grade carrageenan produced in the region, including the Philippines and others. Lambda carrageenan is cold, soluble, and acts as a thickening agent, that improves mouthfeel in dairy beverages, thus, driving the market. Kappa is the most used carrageenan in food, where it acts as a stabilizer, bodying agent and emulsifier in cheese, ice cream, chocolate, and puddings. Iota is used for ready-to-eat meals, whereas, lambda is mostly used for whipped cream. Therefore, the rising food industry of the region boosts the demand for carrageenan.

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China is the Largest Market

China is leading the Asia-Pacific carrageenan market due to the rapid growth in industrialization and investment in research and development. The Chinese market built an economic model to estimate the derived demand for seaweed. The model considers three angles, which include supply side (carrageenan production), demand-side (carrageenan demand from end-users), and trade data of seaweed. It is also the major producer of carrageenan, and hence, is the leading exporter of carrageenan to Europe and the United States. About 95% of the carrageenan produced for domestic use is consumed by the food industry, especially for foods, such as meat, jelly, and soft sweets. The jelly industry is the prime consumer of carrageenan and recorded the highest growth rate during the past few years.

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APAC Carrageenan Industry Overview

The companies operating in the Asia-Pacific carrageenan market have adapted strategies for market evolution, which primarily target their investments, in order to gain higher market share. The market is highly fragmented, with numerous regional and global players trying to gain competitive advantage through various factors, like innovation, design, etc. With several regional players existing in the market, the global players are dominating the highly competitive market.

APAC Carrageenan Market Leaders

  1. Cargill, Incorporated

  2. MCPI Corporation

  3. Accel Carrageenan Corporation

  4. Marcel Carrageenan

  5. Caldic B.V.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Cargill, Incorporated, MCPI Corporation, Accel Carrageenan Corporation, Marcel Carrageenan, Caldic B.V.
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APAC Carrageenan Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1 Study Deliverables

    2. 1.2 Study Assumptions

    3. 1.3 Scope of the Study

  2. 2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  3. 3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    1. 3.1 Market Overview

  4. 4. MARKET DYNAMICS

    1. 4.1 Market Drivers

    2. 4.2 Market Restraints

    3. 4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis

      1. 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants

      2. 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers

      3. 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

      4. 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products

      5. 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

  5. 5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

    1. 5.1 By Types

      1. 5.1.1 Kappa

      2. 5.1.2 Lota

      3. 5.1.3 Lambda

    2. 5.2 By Application

      1. 5.2.1 Food

        1. 5.2.1.1 Dairy Products

        2. 5.2.1.2 Meat Products

        3. 5.2.1.3 Beverages

        4. 5.2.1.4 Others

      2. 5.2.2 Pharmaceutical

      3. 5.2.3 Beauty & Personal Care

      4. 5.2.4 Others

    3. 5.3 Geography

      1. 5.3.1 Japan

      2. 5.3.2 China

      3. 5.3.3 Australia

      4. 5.3.4 India

      5. 5.3.5 Philippines

      6. 5.3.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific

  6. 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 6.1 Most Active Companies

    2. 6.2 Most Adopted Strategies

    3. 6.3 Market Share Analysis

    4. 6.4 Company Profiles

      1. 6.4.1 Cargill, Incorporated

      2. 6.4.2 MCPI Corporation

      3. 6.4.3 Accel Carrageenan Corporation

      4. 6.4.4 TBK Manufacturing Corporation

      5. 6.4.5 Marcel Carrageenan

      6. 6.4.6 Caldic B.V.

      7. 6.4.7 Scalzo Foods

      8. 6.4.8 W Hydrocolloids, Inc.

    5. *List Not Exhaustive

  7. 7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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APAC Carrageenan Industry Segmentation

Asia-Pacific carrageenan market is available as kappa, lota and lambda. By application, the market is segmented into food industry, pharmaceutical industry, cosmetics industry, and others.

By Types
Kappa
Lota
Lambda
By Application
Food
Dairy Products
Meat Products
Beverages
Others
Pharmaceutical
Beauty & Personal Care
Others
Geography
Japan
China
Australia
India
Philippines
Rest of Asia-Pacific
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APAC Carrageenan Market Research FAQs

The Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market is projected to register a CAGR of 8.52% during the forecast period (2024-2029)

Cargill, Incorporated, MCPI Corporation, Accel Carrageenan Corporation, Marcel Carrageenan and Caldic B.V. are the major companies operating in the Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market.

The report covers the Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Industry Report

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Asia-Pacific Carrageenan Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)