Global Acidity Regulators Market Insights Forecasts to 2032

• The Global Acidity Regulators Market Size was valued at USD 6.8 Billion in 2022.
• The Market is growing at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2022 to 2032.
• The Worldwide Acidity Regulators Market is expected to reach USD 14.9 Billion by 2032.
• Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The Global Acidity Regulators Market Size is expected to reach USD 14.9 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 8.1% during the forecast period 2022 to 2032.

Acidity regulators are essential ingredients used as food additives in a variety of foods and beverages to maintain the acidity or alkalinity of the food. Organic acids or mineral acids, bases, neutralizing agents, and buffering agents are examples of acidity regulators. There are several acidity regulators on the market, including citric acid, phosphoric acid, acetic acid, maleic acid, and lactic acid, each with unique qualities and applications. Additionally, acidity regulators are used as food preservative additives, preventing microbial development and thereby increasing the shelf life of certain packaged food items such as cheese and meat. Food acidity regulators with preservative, stabilizing, antibacterial, and pH-regulating properties, such as acetic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, and phosphoric acid, extend the shelf life of food and beverages.

Driving Factors

The rising demand for at-home food preservation is the primary driving factor for expanding the global market. In food products, acidulates can serve as preservatives by controlling the pH levels. For instance, cheese and yogurt products frequently contain lactic acid as a preservative. As a result, there has been an increase in demand for home food preservation on the market. An increase in consumers choosing to control not just what they eat but also their food source is evidenced by a surge in consumers who choose home-preserved food. Increasing use of acidity regulators across different industries-acetic acid is widely utilized in the textile industry as a buffering agent in dye baths as well as for the process of neutralization Many consumers use this to control PH levels in fabric dyeing. The most commonly used organic acid, glacial acetic acid, is commonly used in printing.

Restraining Factors        

Over-use of acidity regulators causes various health problems. It is anticipated that overuse of acidity regulators that result in health issues such as teeth erosions, skin damage, allergies, and many others will restrain global acidity regulators market growth. The overuse of these modulators is thought to be a restriction to the growth of the acidity regulators market since it causes different health issues, including diarrhoea, nausea, and an unsettled stomach.

Market Segmentation

By Type Insights

The citric acid segment dominates the market with the largest revenue share over the forecast period.

Based on type, the global acidity regulators market is segmented into acetic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, phosphoric acid, and others. Among these, the citric acid segment is dominating the market with the largest revenue share over the forecast period. Citric acid is obtained from citrus fruits, it is a popular choice among consumers looking for natural ingredients. Citric acid's sour flavor enhances the flavor of beverages, confections, and processed foods. Further, increased usage of citric acid will boost the segment’s growth during the forecast period. The ability of citric acid and its salts to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and mold has been explored. Citric acid was the most restricted on an equivalent molar basis, according to current data, followed by acetic acid. Most flat-sour microorganisms isolated from tomato juice were inhibited by citric acid, and this restriction appeared to be related to the product's inherent PH. As a result, rising demand for citric acid as an acidity regulator is expected to enhance market growth.

By Application Insights

The food and beverages segment are witnessing significant CAGR growth over the forecast period.

Based on application, the global acidity regulators market is segmented into food and beverages, sauces, condiments, dressings, processed food, bakery, confectionery, and others. Among these, the food and beverages segment is witnessing significant CAGR growth over the forecast period. The increased need for acidity regulators in the non-alcoholic beverage industry is a major driver of market expansion. The increasing usage of lactic acid in the production of dairy products such as cheese, buttermilk, yogurt, and other fermented dairy goods propels market growth. Factors such as the thriving e-commerce industry, rising population, and rising demand for food and beverages all play a vital role in the market's expansion.

By Function Insights

The acidulants segment is expected to hold the rapid revenue growth of the global Acidity Regulators market during the forecast period.

Based on the function, the global acidity regulators market is classified into acidulants, buffering agents, pH control agents, and others. Among these, the acidulants segment is expected to hold the rapid revenue growth of the global acidity regulators market during the forecast period. Acidity regulators are used to enhance or balance the flavors of a variety of food and beverage products, providing the required acidity or tanginess.

Regional Insights

Asia-Pacific dominates the market with the largest market share with more than 35.6% over the forecast period.

Asia-Pacific is dominating the largest market share over the forecast period, because of the expansion of beverages and canned foods. India, Japan, and China are the Asia-Pacific's leading producers of canned foods. These beverages are providing an additional boost to the region's market for acidity regulators. The growing population in the Asia Pacific region there is rise in demand of acidity regulators owing to people are caring about health and fitness.  As the working class's demand for prepared foods grows, there is a growing trend in the consumption of food acidity regulators in these areas. Middle-class income levels have risen dramatically in developing Asia-Pacific and ROW countries.

North America market is expected to grow fastest rate during the forecast period. Acidity regulators in North America will see significant growth as a result of increased use of vegetable and fruit juices in the United States.

List of Key Market Players

• Archer Daniels Midland Company
• Kerry Group
• Jungbunzlauer India Pvt. Ltd.
• Bertek Ingredient Incorporation
• Celrich Products Pvt. Ltd.
• Chemelco International B.V.
• Cargill Incorporated
• ATP Group
• Fuerst Day Lawson Ltd
• F.B.C Industries Inc.
• Others

Key Market Developments

• In May 2023, Cargill's salt business started into an agreement with CIECH Group, a prominent supplier of evaporated salt products.

• In February 2023, Corbion expanded its partnership with Azelis, a global innovations service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industries, to market Corbion products in Malaysia and Singapore.

• In April 2022, Bartek Ingredients announced the launch of the world's largest manufacturing plant for malic and edible fumaric acid.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2022 to 2032. Spherical Insights has segmented the global acidity regulators market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Acidity Regulators Market, Type Analysis

• Acetic Acid
• Citric Acid
• Lactic Acid
• Malic Acid
• Phosphoric Acid
• Others

Acidity Regulators Market, Application Analysis

• Food & Beverages
• Sauces
• Condiments
• Dressings
• Processed Food
• Bakery
• Confectionery
• Others

Acidity Regulators Market, Function Analysis

• Acidulants,
• Buffering Agents
• pH Control Agents
• Others

Acidity Regulators Market, Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • Uk
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa