Fiber And Specialty Carbohydrates Global Market Report 2025

The fibers and specialty carbohydrates market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $13.04 billion in 2024 to $14.19 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing demand for dietary supplements, growing awareness of gut health, expansion of the functional food industry, rising prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases, and higher disposable incomes in emerging markets.

The fibers and specialty carbohydrates market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.69 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for natural and clean-label ingredients, greater adoption of plant-based diets, rising interest in personalized nutrition, supportive government regulations promoting prebiotics, and the expansion of synbiotics that combine probiotics with fibers. Key trends expected during this period include advancements in food processing technologies, the development of fiber-enriched beverages, the use of specialty carbohydrates in sports nutrition, a shift toward soluble dietary fibers, and the integration of fibers into bakery and confectionery products.

The growing prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases is expected to drive the expansion of the fibers and specialty carbohydrates market. Lifestyle-related diseases are conditions primarily caused by unhealthy habits such as poor diet, physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption. Sedentary lifestyles, fueled by prolonged screen time and limited physical movement, are major contributors to this rising health burden. Fibers and specialty carbohydrates offer important health benefits, including improved gut health, better blood sugar regulation, and enhanced satiety, all of which support the management and prevention of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. For example, in January 2025, the National Center for Biotechnology Information reported that the global number of adults living with diabetes increased from 537 million in 2021 to a projected 783 million by 2045. Similarly, the number of overweight adults is expected to grow from 2.5 billion in 2022 to 3 billion by 2035. These trends underscore a significant increase in demand for functional ingredients that help combat such conditions.

Leading companies in the fibers and specialty carbohydrates market are developing innovative gut health products to meet rising consumer demand for functional nutrition. Gut health products are designed to promote a healthy digestive system by fostering the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. These products aid digestion, strengthen immunity, and help reduce inflammation. For instance, in May 2023, Nestlé India Limited launched Resource Fiber Choice, a gut health supplement made with Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum (PHGG), a prebiotic dietary fiber. This product is formulated to relieve constipation, improve digestion, and support immune health by providing 30% of the daily recommended intake of essential immune-supporting nutrients such as zinc, selenium, and vitamins A, C, and D. It is gentle on the digestive system and has a neutral taste and odor, making it easy to mix into a wide range of foods and beverages.

In June 2022, Tate & Lyle PLC, a UK-based food and beverage ingredients provider, acquired Quantum Hi-Tech (Guangdong) Biological Co., Ltd for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens Tate & Lyle’s fortification platform and expands its capabilities in the dietary fiber segment, particularly in Asia. Quantum Hi-Tech, based in China, specializes in prebiotic dietary fibers such as fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and galactooligosaccharides (GOS), which complement Tate & Lyle’s existing fiber portfolio and support its strategy to offer healthier, functional food solutions in growing markets.

Major players in the fiber and specialty carbohydrates market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM), BASF SE, Suntory Holdings Limited, E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Kerry Group plc, Ingredion Incorporated, Nutrien Ltd., Tereos S.A., Roquette Frères S.A., Tate & Lyle PLC, Südzucker AG, SunOpta Inc., Green Plains Inc., Nexira SAS, Grain Processing Corporation, Beneo GmbH, J. Rettenmaier & Söhne GmbH + Co KG, Danisco A/S.

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

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

Fibers and specialty carbohydrates are functional components derived from plant, microbial, or synthetic sources, known for their unique structural characteristics and resistance to digestion. They are commonly used to improve the nutritional content, support gut health, and enhance the texture of food and beverage products. These are specialized carbohydrate compounds designed to serve specific purposes, such as boosting mineral absorption, promoting digestive health, or functioning as low-calorie sweeteners.

The main categories of fibers and specialty carbohydrates include dietary fibers, functional fibers, specialty carbohydrates, soluble fibers, insoluble fibers, and prebiotics. Dietary fibers are indigestible plant-based components that aid in digestion and promote gut health, widely incorporated into foods for both their health benefits and functional applications. Common sources of these ingredients include grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy products, legumes and pulses, along with nuts and seeds. They are used across a range of products, including functional foods, functional beverages, dietary supplements, animal nutrition, and personal care items. Distribution channels include online platforms, specialty stores, and other retail outlets. End users of these ingredients include food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, cosmetic product producers, health professionals, and individual consumers.

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The fibers and specialty carbohydrates market consists of sales of beta-glucan, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), galactooligosaccharides (GOS), isomaltooligosaccharides (IMO), lactulose, and trehalose. 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 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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