Africa Food Additives Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | 5.40 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Africa Food Additives Market Analysis
The Africa food additives market is projected to grow with a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period, 2020 - 2025.
- The market is driven by the extensive use of additives in the food & beverage sector for different functioning, such as preservative, flavor enhancer, emulsifier, sweetener, colorant, and many other functions. In addition, the rising demand for convenience and packaged foods where additives are used in a higher quantity is further fueling the market growth. Also, the key players are focusing on promoting the benefits of clean label ingredients, due to the high interest of consumers in healthy eating habits and an increase in awareness of ingredients used in the food products.
- However, several health hazards and side-effects associated with synthetic food additives are anticipated to negatively impact the growth of the market.
Africa Food Additives Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Africa Food Additives Market according to our research experts:
Rising Demand for Sweeteners in the Region
The sweetener market has been estimated to have the highest demand and also has the fastest growth in African countries. Therefore, to meet the industrial and consumer needs, the production of sugar in the African region has been increased significantly. The sugar, especially the liquid sugar has a robust application due to the ease in the consistency in production processes such as for dissolving, filtering, and others, which is achieved by employing liquid sugar, which is otherwise difficult to achieve using the granular or powder form. However, the growing health concerns associated with artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and saccharin are driving consumers' interest in natural sweeteners. Steviol glycosides mainly drive the growth in the natural high-intensity sweeteners space followed by monk fruit extract of mogroside V. Similarly, stevia is also seeing a major demand in the natural sweeteners category.
South Africa to have the Fastest Growing Market in the Africa Region
South Africa is expected to have the fastest growth in the African market owing to the increasing demand for processed and convenience foods in the region. The large demand for processed food in the country is due to the growing population of working-class people, urbanization, and improved household income. Moreover, the region is experiencing significant development in terms of new product launches and innovations. Furthermore, the increasing knowledge regarding the health concerns of the customers, regarding the adverse health effects of artificial ingredients has triggered the growth of the clean-label ingredient present in the food & beverage products. Therefore, the manufacturers present in the country are adopting the strategy of incorporating clean label functional additives, thus boosting the overall growth of the demand for the food additives market.
Africa Food Additives Industry Overview
The Africa food additives market is highly competitive and fragmented in nature owing to the presence of many regional and domestic players. Emphasis is given on the merger, expansion, acquisition, and partnership of the companies along with new product development as strategic approaches adopted by the leading companies to boost their brand presence among consumers. Key players dominating the country's market include Cargill, Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, CP Kelco U.S., Inc., Ingredion Incorporated, Chemsystems, and The Dow Chemical Company, among others.
Africa Food Additives Market Leaders
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Cargill, Incorporated
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Tate & Lyle PLC
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CP Kelco U.S., Inc.
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Ingredion Incorporated
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Chemsystems
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The Dow Chemical Company
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Africa Food Additives Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Deliverables
- 1.2 Study Assumptions
- 1.3 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Drivers
- 4.2 Market Restraints
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4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 By Type
- 5.1.1 Preservatives
- 5.1.2 Sweeteners
- 5.1.3 Sugar Substitutes
- 5.1.4 Emulsifiers
- 5.1.5 Anti- Caking Agents
- 5.1.6 Enzymes
- 5.1.7 Hydrocolloids
- 5.1.8 Food Flavors & Enhancers
- 5.1.9 Food Colorants
- 5.1.10 Acidulants
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5.2 By Application
- 5.2.1 Bakery
- 5.2.2 Confectionery
- 5.2.3 Dairy
- 5.2.4 Beverages
- 5.2.5 Meat, Poultry, & Sea Foods
- 5.2.6 Others
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5.3 By Country
- 5.3.1 South Africa
- 5.3.2 Nigeria
- 5.3.3 Algeria
- 5.3.4 Rest of Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Most Active Companies
- 6.2 Most Adopted Strategies
- 6.3 Market Share Analysis
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Cargill, Incorporated
- 6.4.2 Tate & Lyle PLC
- 6.4.3 CP Kelco U.S., Inc.
- 6.4.4 Ingredion Incorporated
- 6.4.5 Chemsystems
- 6.4.6 The Dow Chemical Company
- 6.4.7 PPG Industries, Inc.
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
** Subject To AvailablityAfrica Food Additives Industry Segmentation
The Africa food additives market is segmented by type and application. On the basis of type, the market is segmented into preservatives, sweeteners and sugar substitutes, hydrocolloids, food colorants, sugar substitutes, emulsifier, anti-caking agents, enzymes, food flavors and enhancers, and acidulants. On the basis of application, the market is segmented into bakery, confectionery, dairy, meat, poultry, and seafood, beverages, and others. Also, the study provides an analysis of the food additives market in the emerging and established markets across Africa, including South Africa, Nigeria, Algeria, and the Rest of Africa.
| By Type | Preservatives |
| Sweeteners | |
| Sugar Substitutes | |
| Emulsifiers | |
| Anti- Caking Agents | |
| Enzymes | |
| Hydrocolloids | |
| Food Flavors & Enhancers | |
| Food Colorants | |
| Acidulants | |
| By Application | Bakery |
| Confectionery | |
| Dairy | |
| Beverages | |
| Meat, Poultry, & Sea Foods | |
| Others | |
| By Country | South Africa |
| Nigeria | |
| Algeria | |
| Rest of Africa |
Africa Food Additives Market Research FAQs
What is the current Africa Food Additives Market size?
The Africa Food Additives Market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.40% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Africa Food Additives Market?
Cargill, Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, CP Kelco U.S., Inc. , Ingredion Incorporated, Chemsystems and The Dow Chemical Company are the major companies operating in the Africa Food Additives Market.
What years does this Africa Food Additives Market cover?
The report covers the Africa Food Additives Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Africa Food Additives Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Africa Food Additives Industry Report
Statistics for the 2024 Africa Food Additives market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. Africa Food Additives analysis includes a market forecast outlook to 2029 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
