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Based on product type, the salt segment dominated around USD 443.12 million revenue in 2022. Natural food preservative salt is diverse and effective. It is used to preserve a wide range of foods and is usually regarded as safe. Salt also contains antibacterial properties, which aid in the prevention of disease development in food. The use of salt as a natural food preservative is predicted to increase in the coming years.
Based on function, the antimicrobial segment accounted for 65.5% of the natural food preservatives market share in 2022. Natural antimicrobial food preservatives are an important component of the food safety system. They aid in the preservation of food and the extension of its shelf life. As the demand for food safety and clean label goods grows, so will the demand for natural food preservatives with antibacterial properties.
Based on application, the meat & poultry segment is anticipated to grow at 4.7% CAGR through 2032. Natural food preservatives are gaining popularity in the meat and poultry industries as customers want healthier and more sustainable products. Natural food preservatives are plant-based compounds having antibacterial and antioxidant capabilities that may be used to increase the shelf life of meat and poultry products without using synthetic preservatives.
Based on form, the natural food preservatives market from liquid segment held over USD 402.60 million revenue in 2022. Liquid preservatives are simple to use and may be added to a wide range of food products. They can be directly added to culinary goods or used in marinades, sauces, and dressings. Many liquid preservatives manufactured from natural components are beneficial to one's health. Vinegar, for example, is a natural preservative with antibacterial and antifungal characteristics. Another natural preservative with antibacterial and antioxidant effects is honey.
Asia Pacific natural food preservatives market size reached USD 315 million in 2022. The Asia Pacific food service industry is rapidly expanding, fueling demand for natural food preservatives. Food service operators are seeking for methods to give healthier and more natural food alternatives to their customers, and natural food preservatives can help them reach this goal. In Asia Pacific, plant-based food preservatives become increasingly popular since they are considered as being healthier and more natural than synthetic preservatives.