Synthetic Sweeteners Market Report 2026

The synthetic sweeteners market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $65.28 billion in 2025 to $71.6 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing obesity prevalence, demand for sugar alternatives, growth of processed food industry, diabetic population growth, cost advantage over natural sweeteners.

The synthetic sweeteners market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $107.02 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising health conscious consumers, expansion of keto and low carb diets, innovation in sweetener formulations, growth in functional beverages, regulatory approvals for new sweeteners. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for low calorie food products, growing adoption in sugar free beverages, increased use in diabetic friendly foods, expansion of high intensity sweetener blends, focus on taste masking and flavor optimization.

The synthetic sweeteners market is expected to experience growth driven by the escalating demand for food and beverages. Food and beverages are essential consumables that people rely on for nourishment, pleasure, and refreshment. Synthetic sweeteners, also known as artificial sweeteners or sugar substitutes, are employed in food and beverages as alternatives to sugar. They provide sweetness without the associated calorie and health concerns linked to sugar consumption. For instance, data from the Food & Drink Federation in 2023 reveals that Scotland is home to 1,185 companies engaged in food and beverage manufacturing. Furthermore, food and beverage exports experienced a 31% increase in 2022, reaching $10.18 billion (£8.1 billion). Thus, the surging demand for food and beverages acts as a driving force behind the synthetic sweeteners market.

Major organizations operating in the synthetic sweetener market are focusing on providing updated guidance on synthetic and non-sugar sweeteners to support safe consumption and public health decision-making. The latest recommendations advise limiting the use of synthetic and non-sugar sweeteners due to potential metabolic risks and uncertain long-term health effects, encouraging consumers to prioritize whole foods and natural sugars instead. For instance, in May 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO), a Switzerland-based intergovernmental organization, issued updated guidelines advising against the use of non-sugar sweeteners for weight management. The guidelines emphasize that substituting free sugars with synthetic sweeteners does not provide long-term benefits in reducing body fat and may be linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and mortality. This guidance aims to inform policymakers, health professionals, and consumers about the potential risks and limitations of synthetic sweetener consumption in dietary interventions.

In June 2023, Batory Foods, a U.S.-based food products manufacturer, acquired Tri-State Companies for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition strengthens Batory's service offerings across the Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast regions, enhancing its national supply chain network and expanding its coverage in these areas. Tri-State Companies is a U.S.-based manufacturer of synthetic sweeteners.

Major companies operating in the synthetic sweeteners market are Cargill, Incorporated, Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Frères S.A., Ajinomoto Co., Inc., JK Sucralose Inc., DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Celanese Corporation, McNeil Nutritionals, LLC, NutraSweet Property Holdings, Inc., Hermes Sweeteners Ltd., Morita Kagaku Kogyo Co., Ltd., Beijing Vitasweet Co., Ltd., Tate & Lyle PLC, Wilmar International Limited, Nutrinova GmbH, NutraEx Food, Inc., Anhui Jinhe Industrial Co., Ltd., Changzhou Niutang Chemical Plant Co., Ltd., Daesang Corporation, Foodchem International Corporation, Holland Sweetener Company B.V., HYET Sweet SAS.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the synthetic sweeteners market in 2025. North America was the second-largest region in the global synthetic sweeteners market share. The regions covered in the synthetic sweeteners market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the synthetic sweeteners market report are China, India, Japan, Australia, Indonesia, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, New Zealand, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa.

The synthetic sweeteners market consists of the sales of xylitol, advantame, and acesulfame potassium (Ace-K). 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.