Polyol Sweeteners Market Report 2026

The polyol sweeteners market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.56 billion in 2025 to $4.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising health awareness related to sugar consumption, growth in diabetic-friendly food products, expansion of confectionery manufacturing, adoption of polyols in pharmaceuticals, availability of carbohydrate feedstocks.

The polyol sweeteners market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.26 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for low-glycemic sweeteners, rising use in clean-label food formulations, expansion of functional confectionery products, growing personal care applications, increasing innovation in sugar alcohol processing. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of sugar-free and reduced-calorie sweeteners, rising demand for dental-friendly ingredients, growing adoption of polyols in functional foods, expansion of pharmaceutical and personal care applications, enhanced focus on digestive tolerance formulations.

The increasing prevalence of obesity is expected to propel the growth of the polyol sweeteners market going forward. Obesity is a medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation that negatively impacts overall health. Polyol sweeteners are increasingly used by individuals managing obesity as sugar substitutes because they provide sweetness with fewer calories than traditional sugars, allowing consumers to enjoy sweetened foods and beverages while reducing caloric intake. For instance, in August 2023, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, a US-based government agency, the prevalence of adult obesity in the United States reached 40.3%, with adults aged 40-59 experiencing the highest rates at 46.4%. Therefore, the rising prevalence of obesity is driving the growth of the polyol sweeteners market.

Major companies operating in the polyol sweeteners market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as low-glycemic sweeteners, to meet growing demand for clean-label, vegan, low-sugar, and metabolically friendly sweetening options. Low-glycemic sweeteners are natural sugar alternatives designed to deliver sweetness with minimal impact on blood glucose levels, offering healthier substitutes to conventional sugars and artificial sweeteners. For instance, in June 2023, CarobWay Ltd., an Israel-based food and agri-tech company, launched a low-glycemic sweetener made from whole carob fruit. This innovative sugar alternative provides a mild, caramel-like flavor and functions as a one-to-one sugar replacer suitable for bakery, confectionery, beverage, and functional food applications. As a clean-label, vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO ingredient, it supports manufacturers seeking natural and health-focused sweetening solutions without compromising taste or performance.

In June 2024, Tate & Lyle, a UK-based supplier of food and beverage products, merged with J.M. Huber Corporation to establish a strong global specialty food and beverage solutions business. This merger is anticipated to improve the capabilities of both companies across different product categories by integrating CP Kelco's stabilization and texture solutions with Tate & Lyle's expertise in sweetening and fortification. J.M. Huber Corporation is a US-based provider of polyol sweeteners.

Major companies operating in the polyol sweeteners market are Cargill Incorporated, Gulshan Polyols Limited, Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Frères S A, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Tereos Starch & Sweeteners SAS, Südzucker AG, Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, SPI Pharma Inc, Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences Limited, Zibo Shuohui Chemical Company Limited, Zhejiang Huakang Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Shandong Futaste Company, Grain Processing Corporation, Tate & Lyle PLC, Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Limited, Dancheng Caixin Sugar Industry Co Ltd, Shijiazhuang Huaxu Pharmaceutical Co Ltd, Hylen Co Ltd, Fraken Biochem Company Limited.

Europe was the largest region in the polyol sweeteners market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the polyol sweeteners 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 polyol sweeteners market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The polyol sweeteners market consists of sales of allulose, lycasin, polysorb, and erythritol. 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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