The global gelatin substitutes market was valued at $2.7 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach $6.1 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2025 to 2034.
Any ingredient or substance used to replicate the gelling, thickening, or stabilizing properties of traditional gelatin is a gelatin substitute. It is usually derived from animal collagen and is typically plant-based, vegan. It often caters to dietary restrictions such as gluten- free, kosher, or halal. The common gelatin substitutes include agar-agar, pectin, carrageenan, xanthan gum, and guar gum. It is used in a variety of applications, such as in food products (gummies, jellies, desserts), pharmaceuticals (capsules), and cosmetics (creams, lotions), offering a cruelty-free and often more sustainable alternative to animal-based gelatin.
Consumers are majorly demanding transparency in the food and personal care products they purchase. This leads to a surge in preference for clean-label products. Gelatin substitutes, such as agar- agar, pectin, and xanthan gum, align perfectly with this trend. Gelatin substitutes are natural, plant-based, and free from animal- derived ingredients. This boosts the growth of the market. In addition, rise in adoption of veganism and plant-based diets is another trend that is shaping the gelatin substitutes industry. Also, there is a rise in demand for animal-free alternatives, which increases the demand for gelatin. Agar-agar, pectin, and guar gum have emerged as popular plant-based substitutes in a variety of food products such as gummies, marshmallows, and confectioneries, as well as in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. This trend is expected to continue gelatin substitutes market growth, especially in regions such as North America and Europe, where plant-based eating habits are expanding rapidly.
However, gelatin substitutes lack the ability to replicate the unique texture and gelling properties of traditional gelatin. This limits the growth of the gelatin substitutes market. In addition, the high cost of production of gelatin substitutes also restrains its adoption. The surge in trend toward natural, vegan, and allergen-free products is opportunistic for the market growth.
The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
In-depth analysis of the gelatin substitutes market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global gelatin substitutes market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
Any ingredient or substance used to replicate the gelling, thickening, or stabilizing properties of traditional gelatin is a gelatin substitute. It is usually derived from animal collagen and is typically plant-based, vegan. It often caters to dietary restrictions such as gluten- free, kosher, or halal. The common gelatin substitutes include agar-agar, pectin, carrageenan, xanthan gum, and guar gum. It is used in a variety of applications, such as in food products (gummies, jellies, desserts), pharmaceuticals (capsules), and cosmetics (creams, lotions), offering a cruelty-free and often more sustainable alternative to animal-based gelatin.
Consumers are majorly demanding transparency in the food and personal care products they purchase. This leads to a surge in preference for clean-label products. Gelatin substitutes, such as agar- agar, pectin, and xanthan gum, align perfectly with this trend. Gelatin substitutes are natural, plant-based, and free from animal- derived ingredients. This boosts the growth of the market. In addition, rise in adoption of veganism and plant-based diets is another trend that is shaping the gelatin substitutes industry. Also, there is a rise in demand for animal-free alternatives, which increases the demand for gelatin. Agar-agar, pectin, and guar gum have emerged as popular plant-based substitutes in a variety of food products such as gummies, marshmallows, and confectioneries, as well as in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. This trend is expected to continue gelatin substitutes market growth, especially in regions such as North America and Europe, where plant-based eating habits are expanding rapidly.
However, gelatin substitutes lack the ability to replicate the unique texture and gelling properties of traditional gelatin. This limits the growth of the gelatin substitutes market. In addition, the high cost of production of gelatin substitutes also restrains its adoption. The surge in trend toward natural, vegan, and allergen-free products is opportunistic for the market growth.
Segmental Overview
The gelatin substitutes market size is segmented on the basis of product type, application, distribution channel, andregion. On the basis of product type, it is categorized into agar-agar, pectin, carrageenan, xanthan gum, guar gum, and others. On the basis of application, it is divided into food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and others. On the basis of distribution channel, it is segregated into online stores, supermarkets/hypermarkets, specialty store, and others. Region-wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.Competition Analysis
The key players profiled in this report include CP Kelco, Tate & Lyle, B&V srl, Cargill Incorporated, Gino Gums Stabilizers, Indoflora Cipta Mandiri, AEP Colloids, Great American Spice Company, Ingredion, and Jebsen & Jessen Life Science Inc.Key Benefits For Stakeholders
This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the gelatin substitutes market analysis from 2024 to 2034 to identify the prevailing gelatin substitutes market opportunities.The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
In-depth analysis of the gelatin substitutes market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global gelatin substitutes market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
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Key Market Segments
By Product Type
- Agar-Agar
- Pectin
- Carrageenan
- Xanthan Gum
- Guar Gum
- Others
By Application
- Food and Beverages
- Pharmaceuticals
- Cosmetics
- Others
By Distribution Channel
- Online Stores
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Specialty Stores
- Others
By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- UK
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
- Tate & Lyle
- B&V srl
- Great American Spice Company
- Gino Gums Stabilizers
- CP Kelco
- AEP Colloids
- Cargill Incorporated
- Indoflora Cipta Mandiri
- Ingredion
- Jebsen & Jessen Life Science Inc.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CHAPTER 3: MARKET OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 4: GELATIN SUBSTITUTES MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE
CHAPTER 5: GELATIN SUBSTITUTES MARKET, BY APPLICATION
CHAPTER 6: GELATIN SUBSTITUTES MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL
CHAPTER 7: GELATIN SUBSTITUTES MARKET, BY REGION
CHAPTER 8: COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
CHAPTER 9: COMPANY PROFILES
LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
Companies Mentioned
- Tate & Lyle
- B&V srl
- Great American Spice Company
- Gino Gums Stabilizers
- CP Kelco
- AEP Colloids
- Cargill Incorporated
- Indoflora Cipta Mandiri
- Jebsen & Jessen Life Science Inc.
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- Company SEC filings, annual reports, company websites, broker & financial reports, and investor presentations for competitive scenario and shape of the industry
- Scientific and technical writings for product information and related preemptions
- Regional government and statistical databases for macro analysis
- Authentic news articles and other related releases for market evaluation
- Internal and external proprietary databases, key market indicators, and relevant press releases for market estimates and forecast
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 380 |
| Published | September 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.7 billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 6.1 billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.6% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 8 |
