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Sorbitol Market
Sorbitol market
is forecast to expand at a healthy CAGR over the forecast period. Sorbitol is a
carbohydrate called polyol or sugar alcohol naturally found in fruits such as
apricots, berries, dates, and peaches.
Accelerating
incidences of diabetes is one of the major factors driving the sorbitol
market size. With a surge in health-conscious consumers, the demand for
low-calorie sugar substitutes is projected to rise. According to the World
Health Organization, there was a drastic increase in the number of people
suffering from diabetes, i.e., from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014.
Growing demand for sorbitol across the food and beverage industry for a healthy
sweetener is likely to fuel the market growth. Also, as per the sorbitol
market research, sorbitol's unique, moisture-stabilizing, and
texture-enhancing characteristics have raised its use in several applications,
such as the manufacturing of cosmetics, contributing to the market growth.
Moreover,
sorbitol is used to produce biofuel, a naturally derived fuel. Thus, the
growing prominence of biofuels and continuous government supports will raise
the number of producers in the upcoming years. The rising research and
development of biofuels, primarily in the developed nations such as Europe and
North America, will raise the demand for sorbitol. However, excessive
consumption of sorbitol can result in gastrointestinal problems, which can
hamper sales.
Product Type
– Segment Analysis
Liquid Sorbitol
is projected to witness a higher CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the
innovation in the production process and lower production cost. Rising usage of
sorbitol in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industry as an
alternative to sugar is one of the major factors propelling the market growth.
Rising obese population has persuaded individuals to choose low-calorie food,
thereby driving the global sorbitol market.
Application
– Segment Analysis
Food &
Beverages segment is forecast to hold a larger share over the coming years,
owing to the growing health concerns among people. Sorbitol sweetens the food
items, and thus, it is used in the place of refined sugar. Also, it raises
shelf life and maintains the color and freshness of the products such as ice
creams, bakery, and canned items.
Regional –
Segment Analysis:
North American
region is anticipated to lead the market over the coming years. Rising concerns pertaining to harmful effects
caused due to the deterioration of packed foods such as chocolates and frozen desserts
have propelled the demand for sorbitol as it raises the shelf life of products.
Sorbitol
Market by Product Type
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Liquid
Sorbitol
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Powder
Sorbitol
Sorbitol
Market by Function
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Sweetener
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Bulking
Agent
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Flavoring
Agent
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Humectant
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Others
Sorbitol
Market by Application
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Cosmetics
& Personal Care
·
Food
& Beverages
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Pharmaceuticals
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Others
Sorbitol
Market by Region
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Asia Pacific
o
China
o
Japan
o
India
o
Rest of APAC
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North America
o
United States of America
o
Canada
·
Europe
o
United Kingdom
o
Germany
o
France
o
Spain
o
Rest of Europe
·
RoW
o
Brazil
o
South Africa
o
Saudi Arabia
o
UAE
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