Food Anti-Caking Agents Market Report 2026

The food anti-caking agents market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.92 billion in 2025 to $0.98 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in packaged food consumption, rising use of powdered food ingredients, expansion of seasoning and condiment markets, adoption of industrial food processing techniques, increased focus on product shelf stability.

The food anti-caking agents market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.27 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for clean-label additives, rising investments in food formulation optimization, expansion of convenience food consumption, growing regulatory scrutiny on additive usage, increasing adoption of plant-based food products. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for free-flowing food products, rising use of natural anti-caking agents, expansion of anti-caking applications in seasonings and dairy, growing focus on moisture control in food processing, enhanced formulation stability across packaged foods.

The rising consumption of frozen and convenience foods is anticipated to drive the growth of the food anti-caking agents market in the coming years. Frozen and convenience foods are ready-to-eat, complete meals that are commercially prepared and require minimal cooking by consumers. These products must maintain a longer shelf life to remain competitive in the market. Anti-caking agents play a crucial role in preventing the formation of lumps or clumps in such foods, which can otherwise lead to spoilage or reduced product quality. This prolonged shelf life is appealing to both manufacturers and consumers. For instance, in December 2023, according to the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR/IIF), a France-based intergovernmental organization, the global frozen food market was valued at USD 392.4 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 612.3 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% from 2023 to 2032. Therefore, the increasing consumption of frozen and convenience foods is driving the growth of the food anti-caking agents market.

Leading companies in the anti-caking agents market are focusing on product innovation, such as non-nano anti-caking solutions, to broaden their product offerings. Non-nano anti-caking agent solutions provide high porosity, excellent moisture-binding capabilities, and reduced mechanical interlocking features. For example, in February 2024, Kraton Corporation, a US-based chemicals and materials company, launched SYLVASOLV, a line of biobased hydrocarbon oils that deliver exceptional performance and environmental benefits across various industries. The product line begins with SYLVASOLV 1000, specifically tailored to meet the unique functional needs of the agriculture sector. This product is suitable for applications such as fertilizer coatings and crop protection, offering benefits like dust control and anti-caking properties that enhance the handling, transportation, storage, and effectiveness of agricultural products.

In July 2024, Incredo, a US-based investment firm, partnered with Sucro Works for an undisclosed amount. The objective of this partnership is to enhance the distribution of Incredo Sugar, allowing customers across the Americas to access effective sugar reduction solutions. Sucro Works is a US-based food supply chain company that specializes in the sugar industry, specifically providing supply chain solutions.

Major companies operating in the food anti-caking agents market are BASF SE, Evonik Industries AG, Cargill Incorporated, PQ Corporation, Solvay SA, Cabot Corporation, Tate & Lyle plc, ABITEC Corporation, Ingredion Incorporated, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences, Roquette Frères SA, Royal Cosun, Kao Corporation, Orisil Pvt Ltd., Tixolex, Spectrum Chemical Mfg Corp., Jost Chemical Co., Lorama Group Inc., Allied Blending & Ingredients Inc., NB Entrepreneurs India Pvt Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the food anti-caking agents market in 2025. The regions covered in the food anti-caking agents market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the food anti-caking agents market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The food anti-caking agents market consists of calcium compounds, magnesium compounds, sodium compounds, microcrystalline cellulose, and other food anti-caking agents. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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