Acidity Regulators Market Report 2026

The acidity regulators market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.23 billion in 2025 to $8.94 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of processed food consumption, rising use of preservatives and stabilizers, expansion of beverage manufacturing, increasing adoption of citric and lactic acid, regulatory approval of food additives.

The acidity regulators market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.56 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for natural food ingredients, rising focus on extended shelf life, expansion of ready-to-eat food products, growing use in dairy and bakery segments, increasing investment in food innovation. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for clean-label acidulants, rising use of natural acidity regulators, growing application in processed foods, expansion of shelf-life enhancement solutions, enhanced focus on food safety compliance.

The increase in demand for acidity regulators in the food and beverage industry is expected to boost the growth of the acidity regulators market. The food and beverage industry refers to all businesses that handle the processing, packaging, and distribution of uncooked food. Acidity regulators are used to alter and maintain the pH or alkalinity at a precise level in food, which is crucial for processing, flavor, and safety. For instance, in May 2024, according to the 2024 Annual Report published by the British Soft Drinks Association, a UK-based trade association, the total volume of soft drinks consumed increased to 15.34 billion liters in 2023, up from 14.91 billion liters in 2022. Therefore, the increase in demand from the food and beverage sector is driving the growth of the acidity regulators market.

The increased demand for processed foods is also supporting the growth of the acidity regulators market. Processed food refers to items that have undergone mechanical or chemical operations to alter or preserve them. The addition of preservatives helps maintain food quality, reduce spoilage by micro-organisms, and enhance flavor. Acidity regulators improve taste, texture, and safety in these products. For instance, in April 2024, according to the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), a US-based trade association, total industry foodservice sales made up 26.9% of in-store sales in 2023, up from 25.6% in 2022, with prepared food sales increasing by 12.2% per store per month, making it the leading in-store category. Therefore, the rising demand for processed foods is driving the growth of the acidity regulators market.

Major companies operating in the acidity regulators market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as advanced heartburn relief solutions, to address unmet needs for effective treatment options for patients suffering from frequent heartburn associated with non-erosive GERD. Advanced heartburn relief solutions typically include medications such as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and H2-receptor antagonists, which reduce stomach acid production to alleviate symptoms. For instance, in July 2024, Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a US-based pharmaceutical company, announced US FDA approval for VOQUEZNA. This treatment provides rapid and significant relief from heartburn associated with non-erosive GERD, offering more complete 24-hour heartburn-free days compared to traditional treatments. Its approval marks the first major innovation in GERD therapy in over 30 years, addressing a substantial unmet need for effective acid suppression.

Major companies operating in the acidity regulators market are Cargill, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Tate & Lyle PLC, Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, Corbion N.V., DSM-Firmenich, Fufeng Group Company Limited, COFCO Biochemical (AnHui) Co., Ltd., Shandong Ensign Industry Co., Ltd., Gadot Biochemical Industries Ltd., Bartek Ingredients Inc., RZBC Group, Henan Jindan Lactic Acid Technology Co., Ltd., Galactic S.A., ATP Group, Weifang Ensign Industry Co., Ltd., TTCA Co., Ltd., Hawkins, Inc., Meihua Holdings Group Co., Ltd., Shandong Baisheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd.

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

The acidity regulator market consists of sales of sodium citrate, calcium acetate, and tartaric acid. 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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