Xanthan Gum Global Market Report 2025

The xanthan gum market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.97 billion in 2024 to $1.04 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth during the historic period is attributed to increased use in oil refineries, demand for versatile ingredients, the expansion of the food and beverage industry, rising demand for healthier food options, and the growth of the food processing sector.

The xanthan gum market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.36 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth anticipated in the forecast period is driven by rising disposable incomes, growing demand for natural and processed food and beverage products, increased preference for healthy products, and the continued expansion of the food and beverage industry. Key trends expected in the forecast period include the broader application of xanthan gum in personal care and cosmetics, its incorporation into novel food textures, advancements in encapsulation technologies using xanthan gum, and the development of hybrid biopolymers that combine xanthan gum with synthetic polymers.

The rising demand for natural and organic products is expected to drive growth in the xanthan gum market moving forward. Natural and organic products are made from ingredients sourced from nature and produced without synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms. This growing demand is fueled by increased health awareness, as consumers look for safer, chemical-free alternatives that support overall well-being. Xanthan gum supports organic products by acting as a natural thickening and stabilizing agent, enhancing texture and consistency in foods such as sauces, dressings, and dairy substitutes. Since it is produced through natural fermentation, it aligns well with organic processing standards. For example, in May 2024, a report from the Organic Trade Association, a US-based government agency, stated that the U.S. certified organic market reached $69.7 billion in sales in 2023, a 3.4% increase from 2022, mainly driven by price adjustments within the industry. Thus, the increasing demand for natural and organic products is fueling the growth of the xanthan gum market.

Leading companies in the xanthan gum market are focusing on technological innovations, such as xanthan gum-based instant thickening powders, to enhance ease of use and functionality for applications including dysphagia management, food texture improvement, and rapid dispersion in cold liquids. Xanthan gum-based instant thickening powder is a pre-formulated, easy-to-dissolve powder that uses xanthan gum as the primary thickening agent and is designed to quickly increase the viscosity of liquids without heating. For instance, in January 2023, Nestlé S.A., a Switzerland-based food company, launched Thicken Up Clear in India. This xanthan gum-based thickening powder helps individuals with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), often caused by conditions like stroke or Parkinson’s disease. The product is tasteless, odorless, and amylase-resistant, ensuring consistent viscosity to reduce the risk of aspiration. Thicken Up Clear can be mixed with both hot and cold liquids without changing taste or appearance, making it suitable for various dietary requirements.

In November 2024, Tate & Lyle Public Limited, a UK-based food and beverage company, acquired CP Kelco for $1.8 billion. This acquisition aims to accelerate Tate & Lyle’s growth strategy by creating a leading global specialty food and beverage solutions business. It significantly strengthens its product platforms in sweetening, mouthfeel, and fortification, expands innovation capabilities, and opens new growth opportunities to meet increasing consumer demand for healthier, tastier, and more sustainable food and beverages. CP Kelco, a US-based company, produces nature-based ingredient solutions for the food industry, including xanthan gum and other hydrocolloids.

Major players in the xanthan gum market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Frères Société Anonyme, Fufeng Group Limited, Meihua Holdings Group Company Limited, Tate & Lyle Public Limited Company, Shandong Jiejing Group Corporation, Jungbunzlauer Aktiengesellschaft, Spectrum Chemical Manufacturing Corporation, Shanghai Trustin Chemical Company Limited, Vanderbilt Minerals LLC, TIC Gums Incorporated, AEP Colloids Incorporated, Alfa Chemical Corporation, Agro Gums, Deosen Biochemical Limited, Foodchem International Corporation, Union Chemical Company Limited, Kantilal Brothers, and Hebei Xinhe Biochemical Company Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the xanthan gum market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in xanthan gum report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the xanthan gum market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Xanthan gum is a natural polysaccharide commonly utilized as a thickening, stabilizing, and suspending agent. It is produced through the fermentation of sugars by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. Renowned for its ability to preserve consistency and texture, xanthan gum is appreciated for its stability over a wide range of temperatures and pH levels. It is extensively used in formulations that require uniformity and control of viscosity.

The primary forms of xanthan gum are liquid and powder. Liquid form refers to a substance that flows easily and adapts to the shape of its container. Its functions include acting as a thickening agent, stabilizing agent, suspending agent, fat replacer, among others, with grades such as food grade, industrial grade, pharmaceutical grade, and more. These forms are applied in industries including food and beverages, oil and gas, paper and coatings, personal care products, and pharmaceuticals.

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The xanthan gum market consists of sales of products including salt-tolerant xanthan gum, low-viscosity xanthan gum, fast-hydrating xanthan gum. 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 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 and 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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