Global Xanthan Gum Market 2017-2021

Overview of the global xanthan gum market

Our xanthan gum market analysis identifies that the increasing demand from food and beverages industry will be one of the major factors that will have a positive impact on the xanthan gum market growth. Xanthan gum is widely used in major food products such as bakery products, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and convenience foods such as emulsified sauces, tomato-based sauces, and dry mix sauces. The exclusive properties of xanthan gum allow easy spreading, pumping, pouring and spraying in various food applications. Moreover, xanthan gum also provides increased viscosity, low shear rates, and better flow properties making it suitable for utilization in the food and beverages industry. Also, xanthan gum solutions have high pseudoplastic and nil hysteresis that improves the sensory characteristics of the food. These advantages will drive the demand for xanthan gum during the forecast period. Technavio's xanthan gum market analysis predicts that this market will post a revenue of more than USD 450 million by 2021.

The rising demand for xanthan gum in the pharmaceutical industry is one of the key trends that will gain traction in the xanthan gum market during the coming years. Factors such as improved dissolubility properties, better stability in acidic and alkaline solutions and increased compatibility with other hydrocolloids such as guar gum and locust bean gum will drive the utilization of xanthan gum in the pharmaceutical industry. It is also used as an emulsions stabilizer, controlled release agent, and thickening, stabilizing, suspending agents, which enhances the foam in semi-solid, liquid, and topical formulations. Further, xanthan gum is easily dispersible that improves the performance of the final product and is also used in solid and liquid dosage formulations.

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Competitive landscape and key vendors  

The xanthan gum market consists of established vendors holding the maximum market share. The vendors are likely to increase during the forecast period due to high market potential and improved properties showcasing varied applications of xanthan gum. International vendors distinguish their products based on features, price, service, and performance. Vendors are increasingly focusing on large-scale end-users rather than applications.

The leading vendors in the market are ?

• Archer Daniels Midland
• Cargill
• DuPont
• Fufeng Group
• Solvay

The other prominent vendors in the market are CP Kelco, Deosen, FMC Corporation, Hebei Xinhe Biochemical, INGREDION, Jianlong Biotechnology, Jungbunzlauer Suisse, Kantilal Brothers, MEIHUA HOLDINGS GROUP, Oilfield Chemical, Shanghai Changguang Enterprise Development, The Aurora Chemical, The Zoranoc Oilfield Chemical, and Qingdao Unionchem.

Segmentation by application and analysis of the xanthan gum market

• Food and beverages
• Oil and gas
• Pharmaceutical
• Personal care and cosmetics

During 2016, the food and beverages segment accounted for the major shares of the xanthan gum market. The increasing usage of xanthan gum in bakery, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, convenience foods, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, and meat and fish products will contribute to the growth of this industry segment in the coming years.

Geographical segmentation and analysis of the xanthan gum market

• Americas
• APAC
• EMEA

This market study estimates that in terms of geographic regions, APAC will be the major revenue contributor to the xanthan gum market throughout the forecast period. The growth of the food and beverages, oil and gas, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, paints and printing inks, agrochemicals, and textile industries in the region will increase the demand for xanthan gum. 

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the global xanthan gum market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global xanthan gum market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global xanthan gum market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global xanthan gum market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA.
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global xanthan gum market?

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