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The global Animal Source Hydrocolloids market size was valued at US$ 3.12 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 4.23 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period 2024-2030.

The United States Animal Source Hydrocolloids market size was valued at US$ 678.4 million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 892.6 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period 2024-2030.

Animal source hydrocolloids are natural polymers extracted from animal tissues, including gelatin, chitosan, and hyaluronic acid, used as thickeners, stabilizers, and gelling agents in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics industries.

The global Animal Source Hydrocolloids market is growing steadily, driven by increasing demand in the food and beverage industry, growing applications in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, and the unique functional properties of animal-derived hydrocolloids. In 2023, total production reached 620,000 metric tons, with Europe and North America accounting for 60% of global demand. The food and beverage sector remains the largest end-user at 70%, followed by pharmaceuticals at 20%. Gelatin dominates with a 75% market share, while chitosan is growing at 8% annually due to its expanding applications in biomedical fields.

The market saw a 12% increase in demand for pharmaceutical-grade gelatin in 2023, reflecting its crucial role in capsule manufacturing. Use in cosmetic formulations grew by 15%, driven by the trend towards natural ingredients. The shift towards clean label products led to a 10% rise in adoption of animal source hydrocolloids as alternatives to synthetic additives. R&D investments in hyaluronic acid production increased by 22% in 2023, focusing on improving yield and purity for medical applications.

The market faces challenges from plant-based alternatives, with a 3% shift observed in certain food applications. Advancements in extraction and purification technologies improved the quality and functionality of animal source hydrocolloids by 7% year-over-year.

Report Overview

A hydrocolloid is defined as a colloid system wherein the colloid particles are hydrophilic polymers dispersed in water.

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Global Animal Source Hydrocolloids Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.

Key Company

• DowDuPont
• Cargill
• Darling Ingredients
• Kerry Group
• CP Kelco
• Ashland
• Fuerst Day Lawson
• Ingredion
• Koninklijke
• Rico Carrageenan
• Archer Daniels Midland
• Hispanagar
• CEAMSA
• FMC
• Lubrizol

• Cellulose and Derivatives
• Hemicellulose
• Pectin
• Exudate Gums
• Other

• Bakery and Confectionery
• Meat and Poultry
• Sauces and Dressings
• Beverages
• Other

• North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (Germany, UK, France, Russia, Italy, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Rest of South America)
• The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

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• Potential & niche segments and regions exhibiting promising growth covered
• Historical, current, and projected market size, in terms of value
• In-depth analysis of the Animal Source Hydrocolloids Market
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