Food Grade Alcohol Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)

The report covers Global Food Grade Alcohol Suppliers and the market is segmented by type (ethanol and sugar polyols), application (food, beverages, and dietary supplements), and geography.

Food Grade Alcohol Market Size

Food Grade Alcohol Market Size
Study Period 2019 - 2029
Base Year For Estimation 2023
CAGR 5.70 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Food Grade Alcohol Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Food Grade Alcohol Market Analysis

The global food-grade alcohol market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period.

  • Ethanol drives the market, as it holds a significant share in the market studied. It has extensive applications in various food categories, such as in the manufacture of flavors and extracts, food dyes, candy glazes, yeast, various sprays, and animal-feed supplements.
  • The rising interest for craft beer and other alcoholic beverages, among the individuals, is the major driving force for the market. In addition, the export markets are growing in the developing countries, due to better trade regulations, demographic patterns, and economic growth.

Food Grade Alcohol Market Trends

This section covers the major market trends shaping the Food-Grade Alcohol Market according to our research experts:

Ethanol Dominates the Market Share

Ethanol holds a larger market share, as it is largely used in the production of alcoholic beverages. Due to its volatility, it is used as a major ingredient base to manufacture a wide range of alcoholic beverages. Ethanol is also popularly used as a preservative in the food industry, to increase the shelf life of the end products, and in manufacturing preservatives, colorings, or flavoring agents, and for coating food products, thereby, boosting the demand for food-grade alcohol in the global market. Moreover, the consumers' demand for food products made from natural ingredients also led the manufacturers to use ethanol as a natural flavoring agent.

Food Grade Alcohol Market Share

North America is the Largest Market

North America is home to 2,500+ distilleries and breweries, where food-grade alcohol is utilized for various industrial purposes. The confectionery industries in the United States make use of food-grade alcohol in candy coatings. Moreover, food-grade alcohol also serves the purpose of preservatives, when added in the right proportion. Industrial food-grade alcohol also plays a substantial role in the manufacture of flavors and extracts, food dyes, yeast, and various sprays. The polyols have a widely established usage in non-cariogenic confectionery and oral care. Roquette, a United States-based company, is recognized as the global leader in polyols. 

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Food Grade Alcohol Industry Overview

The global food-grade alcohol market is fragmented, with numerous global and regional players operating within the market. The key players in the global food-grade alcohol market include Archer Daniel Midland Company, Cargill Inc., MGP Ingredients, and Roquette Freres SA.

Food Grade Alcohol Market Leaders

  1. Archer Daniels Midland Company

  2. Cargill, Incorporated

  3. MGP

  4. Roquette Frères

  5. Wilmar International Ltd

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Archer Daniels Midland Company, Cargill, Incorporated, MGP, Roquette Frères, Wilmar International Ltd
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Food Grade Alcohol Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition

    2. 1.2 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 Type

      1. 5.1.1 Ethanol

      2. 5.1.2 Polyols

    2. 5.2 By Application

      1. 5.2.1 Food

      2. 5.2.2 Beverages

      3. 5.2.3 Dietary Supplements

    3. 5.3 Geography

      1. 5.3.1 North America

        1. 5.3.1.1 United States

        2. 5.3.1.2 Canada

        3. 5.3.1.3 Mexico

        4. 5.3.1.4 Rest of North America

      2. 5.3.2 Europe

        1. 5.3.2.1 Spain

        2. 5.3.2.2 United Kingdom

        3. 5.3.2.3 Germany

        4. 5.3.2.4 France

        5. 5.3.2.5 Italy

        6. 5.3.2.6 Rest of Europe

      3. 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific

        1. 5.3.3.1 China

        2. 5.3.3.2 Japan

        3. 5.3.3.3 India

        4. 5.3.3.4 Australia

        5. 5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific

      4. 5.3.4 South America

        1. 5.3.4.1 Brazil

        2. 5.3.4.2 Argentina

        3. 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America

      5. 5.3.5 Middle East & Africa

        1. 5.3.5.1 South Africa

        2. 5.3.5.2 Saudi Arabia

        3. 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle East & Africa

  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 Archer Daniels Midland Company

      2. 6.4.2 Cargill, Incorporated

      3. 6.4.3 MGP

      4. 6.4.4 Roquette Freres

      5. 6.4.5 Manildra Group

      6. 6.4.6 Wilmar International Ltd

      7. 6.4.7 Cristalco

    5. *List Not Exhaustive
  7. 7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Food Grade Alcohol Industry Segmentation

The food-grade alcohol market is segmented by type, into ethanol and polyols. By application, the market is segmented into food, beverages, and dietary supplements.

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Food Grade Alcohol Market Research FAQs

The Global Food-grade Alcohol Market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.70% during the forecast period (2024-2029)

Archer Daniels Midland Company, Cargill, Incorporated, MGP, Roquette Frères and Wilmar International Ltd are the major companies operating in the Global Food-grade Alcohol Market.

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).

In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Global Food-grade Alcohol Market.

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

The different types of food-grade alcohol available are a) Ethanol b) Propanol c) Glycerin, each with specific applications in food production

Food Grade Alcohol Industry Report

The global food grade alcohol market is experiencing significant growth, driven by its diverse applications across industries such as food and beverage, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. As a crucial ingredient, it is essential in producing spirits, beers, extracts, and flavors, and acts as a preservative to enhance food product shelf life. The rising demand for ethanol, which is extensively used in alcoholic beverages and as a natural preservative and flavoring agent, dominates the market. Additionally, polyols are emerging as popular sugar alternatives, further contributing to market expansion. The availability of key raw materials like corn and sugarcane, supported by strategic supply agreements, ensures a steady material flow, enhancing the market's growth prospects. Geographically, North America and Asia Pacific are witnessing significant growth due to increased consumer spending and a growing young population that demands innovative and high-quality alcoholic beverages. The competitive landscape reveals that food grade alcohol suppliers are focusing on securing long-term relationships with end-users and expanding their market presence through innovations and strategic partnerships. For detailed statistics, market share, size, revenue growth rate, and a forecast outlook of the Food Grade Alcohol market, download a free report PDF sample from Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports.

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Food Grade Alcohol Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)