Benzoates Market - By Type (Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Benzyl), By Grade (Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, Industrial Grade, Technical Grade), By Application (F&B, Pharma, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Industrial Applications) & Forecast, 2023 – 2032

Benzoates Market Size

Benzoates Market size was valued at around USD 225 million in 2022 and is estimated to register 5.2% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. Benzoates, such as sodium benzoate and potassium benzoate, are widely used as preservatives in the food and beverage industry. They help extend the shelf life of products by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, yeast, and molds, thereby maintaining freshness and quality. The increasing consumption of processed and convenience foods, which often require extended shelf life, has led to a higher demand for benzoates as preservatives in these products.
 

Benzoates find application in certain pharmaceutical formulations, where they act as excipients or preservatives to enhance stability and extend the shelf life of medications. In the cosmetics and personal care industry, benzoates are used as preservatives to prevent microbial contamination and maintain product integrity.
 

The use of benzoates, like other food additives, is subject to strict regulations and safety evaluations by various regulatory authorities. The growing trend toward natural and plant-based preservatives may pose a challenge to synthetic preservatives like benzoates. The price of raw materials used to produce benzoates can be subject to fluctuations, impacting the cost of production and potentially affecting product pricing and profitability. Thus, the risks associated with Benzoates may drive down the acceptance rate, further hampering the business growth.
 

COVID-19 Impact

The pandemic influenced the demand for certain food products, including processed and packaged foods, due to changes in lifestyles and increased at-home consumption. This shift may have affected the demand for benzoates as preservatives in such products. Thus, the reduced number of COVID-19 cases and implementation of subsequent strategies by government and non-government organizations is anticipated to drive the benzoates industry expansion in the upcoming years.
 

Benzoates Market Trends

Consumers are increasingly seeking natural and clean-label food products with minimal synthetic additives. This trend has driven food manufacturers to explore natural preservatives, potentially impacting the demand for synthetic preservatives like benzoates. The rising popularity of functional foods and beverages with added health benefits has led to the incorporation of benzoates as preservatives in these products. Functional beverages, such as health drinks and energy drinks, are among the segments utilizing benzoates. Advancements in extraction and production technologies have enhanced the efficiency and purity of benzoates, making them more cost-effective and suitable for various applications.
 

Benzoates Market Analysis

Based on type, the benzoates market is segmented as sodium benzoate, potassium benzoate, calcium benzoate, benzyl benzoate, others. Sodium Benzoate held a majority market value of USD 60.7 million in 2022. Sodium benzoate is widely used as a preservative in various food and beverage products, which drives its demand in the food industry. It can be used as a pH regulator and acidulant in certain food and beverage formulations.
 

Based on grade, the benzoates market is segmented as food grade benzoates, pharmaceutical grade benzoates, industrial grade benzoates, technical grade benzoates, others. Food grade held a dominant market share of around 40% in 2022 and is expected to grow at a lucrative pace till 2032. Food grade benzoates, such as sodium benzoate and potassium benzoate, are widely used as preservatives in the food and beverage industry, which drives their demand.
 

Based on application, the benzoates market is segmented as food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, personal care & cosmetics, industrial applications, chemical applications, others. Food & beverages held a dominant market share in 2022 and is anticipated to grow at 4.9% CAGR through 2032. Benzoates, such as sodium benzoate and potassium benzoate, are widely used as preservatives in the food and beverage industry to extend the shelf life of products and prevent spoilage. Thus, the high-quality services and growing usage of benzoates at food centres are anticipated to expedite the business statistics.
 

U.S. dominated the North American region with majority benzoates market share and a revenue of USD 52.1 million in 2022 and is anticipated to expand at a significant pace from 2023-2032. Stringent regulations and safety standards set by authorities such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ensure the safe usage of benzoates in food products, thereby driving demand for compliant preservatives.
 

Benzoates Market Share

Some of the major players operating in the benzoates market are:

• Emerald Kalama Chemical LLC
• Eastman Chemical Company
• TCI Chemicals (Tokyo Chemical Industry)
• Wuhan Youji Industries Co., Ltd.
• Prinova Group LLC
• LANXESS AG
• SEW-Eurodrive
• FBC Industries, Inc.
• Muby Chemicals
• Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
• Merck KGaA
• Finar Limited
• NOAH Technologies Corporation

The Dow Chemical Company, Sigma-Aldrich Corporation among others. These players focus on strategic partnerships, new product launch & commercialization for market expansion. Furthermore, these players are heavily investing in research that allows them to introduce innovative products and garner maximum revenue in the market.
 

Benzoates Industry News:

• In January 2022, Wuhan Youji Industries Co., Ltd. announced the completion of its Wuhan production plant expansion and commencement of production in January. The plant is designed to produce benzoic acid.
   

Benzoates market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million & Units from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments:

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By Type

• Sodium Benzoate
• Potassium Benzoate
• Calcium Benzoate
• Benzyl Benzoate
• Others

By Grade

• Food Grade Benzoates
• Pharmaceutical Grade Benzoates
• Industrial Grade Benzoates
• Technical Grade Benzoates
• Others

By Application

• Food & Beverages
• Pharmaceuticals
• Personal Care & Cosmetics
• Industrial Applications
• Chemical applications
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt