Fruit and Vegetable Processing Enzymes Market Report 2026

The fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $47.38 billion in 2025 to $51.16 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of juice and beverage processing, adoption of enzymatic processing methods, increased demand for clarified juices, improvements in enzyme formulation technologies, rising utilization of bio-based processing aids.

The fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $69.65 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for clean-label processing solutions, expansion of enzyme applications in plant-based foods, increasing investments in industrial biotechnology, rising focus on sustainable food processing, advancement in enzyme stability and performance. Major trends in the forecast period include growing use of enzymes for yield optimization, rising adoption of pectinase in juice clarification, expansion of enzyme-based shelf-life enhancement, increased demand for natural processing aids, enhanced focus on process efficiency improvement.

Rising health consciousness is expected to drive the growth of the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market in the coming years. Health consciousness refers to the increasing awareness and focus on maintaining and improving overall health and well-being. Growing consumer preference for healthier and more natural foods has led to greater interest in fruit and vegetable processing enzymes, which enable the production of items with fewer additives and preservatives, catering to the demand for clean-label and natural products. For example, in June 2024, the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, reported that 54% of Americans followed a specific diet or eating pattern over the past year. Interest in increasing protein intake rose from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023 and 71% in 2024. Additionally, approximately half of consumers aim to consume more fresh foods, widely regarded as the healthiest choice. Therefore, rising health consciousness is expected to propel the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market.

Key companies in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market are focusing on advanced solutions, such as integrated enzyme platforms, to replace traditional single-enzyme processes. An integrated enzyme solution enhances processing efficiency, improves product yield, and supports sustainable production. For instance, in January 2024, Novozymes, a Denmark-based biotechnology company, and Chr. Hansen Holding A/S, also Denmark-based, completed their merger and launched Novonesis. This platform replaces fragmented enzyme supply by offering tailored enzyme blends for applications such as juice clarification, pulp breakdown, and plant-based protein extraction. Integrated with Novonesis’ R&D capabilities, the platform allows processors to optimize enzyme use, enhance yields, reduce operational costs, and support sustainable production. The solution improves processing efficiency, enhances product quality, and drives innovation across the fruit and vegetable processing industry.

In July 2025, Lallemand Inc., a Canada-based biotechnology company, acquired Solyve for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Lallemand Bio Ingredients to expand its enzyme portfolio and strengthen its capabilities in fruit and vegetable processing solutions for the food and beverage industry. Solyve SAS, based in France, specializes in providing enzymes for fruit and vegetable processing, plant-based beverages, and other food-processing applications.

Major companies operating in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market are Associated British Foods plc., Koninklijke DSM N, Novozymes A/S, Group Soufflet, Advanced Enzymes, Jiangsu Boli Bioproducts Co Ltd., Biocatalysts, Amano Enzyme, F Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Sunson Industry Group, BASF SE, AB Enzymes, Chr Hansen Holding A/S, DowDuPont Inc., Enzyme Development Corporation, Enzymes Inc., Lonza Group AG, Novus International Inc., Kerry Group plc., Tate & Lyle PLC, Naturex SA.

North America was the largest region in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the fruit and vegetable processing enzymes 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 fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The fruit and vegetable processing enzymes market consists of sales of pectinesterase, protopectinase, hemicellulose, and glucoamylase. 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.

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