Xanthan Gum Market Report 2026

The xanthan gum market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.04 billion in 2025 to $1.12 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of processed food manufacturing, rising demand for texture-modified foods, increased use in oilfield applications, growth in pharmaceutical excipient demand, improvements in fermentation production methods.

The xanthan gum market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.45 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for natural food additives, rising focus on formulation stability, expansion of clean-label food products, increasing use in specialty industrial applications, innovation in cost-efficient fermentation technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for clean-label thickening agents, rising use in gluten-free and low-fat formulations, expansion of pharmaceutical and personal care applications, growing adoption in oil and gas drilling fluids, enhanced focus on consistent viscosity performance.

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 companies operating 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, Hebei Xinhe Biochemical Company Limited.

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

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.

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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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