Market Trends of Vanilla Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Vanilla Market according to our research experts:
Expanding Demand for Natural/Clean-label Food
Over the review period, it has been observed that manufacturers of products, including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and fragrances, have been seeking ingredients marketed or claimed as clean-label. Popular clean-label claims include 'Natural,' 'Organic,' and 'Non-GMO,' among others. This factor may be attributed to the growing number of consumers who are increasingly reading product labels and have been seeking products containing 'clean' ingredient lists that are shorter and feature recognizable ingredients sourced naturally. The demand for global natural flavors is broadly driven by surging consumer consensus to perceive food products as healthy if derived from natural ingredients, such as vanilla. With consumers now using both terms synonymically, it often influences them to skip products formulated with artificial ingredients, further benefitting the market studied.
Thus, the growing emphasis on transparency, growing focus on health, and greater interest in what is incorporated in regularly consumed food and beverages, among other products, have led to a growing number of consumers staying vigilant while purchasing these products. For instance, in May 2022, Solvay announced an investment in Suanfarma's Cipan manufacturing site located in Lisbon, Portugal, to develop its biotechnological capabilities and support the development of natural vanillin.
Wide Application of Vanilla in North America
United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), has approved the use of vanillin as a food additive as it is not associated with any adverse effects. Significant food manufacturers like Nestle, Unilever, and Kellogg's had made a commitment to remove artificial flavors and substances from their products. For instance, Nestle United States has made a commitment to remove artificial flavors and use FDA-certified flavors in food products. This is expected to increase the demand for clean label Vanilla for the forecast period. Vanilla in the United States is widely used in the food and beverage industry as a flavoring ingredient in preparing jellies, jams, and syrups. The antioxidants and antibacterial properties of vanilla make it suitable for skin cleansing and treating damaged skin-related problems. It is also known to alleviate anxiety disorders and depression. These benefits associated with the consumption of vanilla are expected to boost the demand among consumers in the United States, and subsequently, in North America.
Apart from this, the high per capita incomes and living standards of consumers are strengthening the growth of vanilla in the countries, such as Canada. With the high demand for products, especially in the food and beverage sector, key players in the country are partnering with foreign manufacturers to cater to the domestic market.
