Global Food Hydrocolloids Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031
1 Market Overview
- 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
- 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
- 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
- 1.3.1 Overview: Global Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Type: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
- 1.3.2 Agar
- 1.3.3 Alginates
- 1.3.4 Carboxymethylcellulose and Other Cellulose Ethers
- 1.3.5 Carrageenan
- 1.3.6 Gelatin
- 1.3.7 Gellan Gum
- 1.3.8 Guar Gum
- 1.3.9 Gum Acacia (Gum Arabic)
- 1.3.10 Locust Bean Gum
- 1.4 Market Analysis by Application
- 1.4.1 Overview: Global Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Application: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
- 1.4.2 Beverage
- 1.4.3 Dressing or Sauce
- 1.4.4 Jelly or Pudding
- 1.4.5 Dairy Products
- 1.4.6 Ice Cream
- 1.4.7 Soup
- 1.4.8 Processed Meat
- 1.4.9 Others
- 1.5 Global Food Hydrocolloids Market Size & Forecast
- 1.5.1 Global Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value (2020 & 2024 & 2031)
- 1.5.2 Global Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity (2020-2031)
- 1.5.3 Global Food Hydrocolloids Average Price (2020-2031)
2 Manufacturers Profiles
- 2.1 JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco)
- 2.1.1 JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco) Details
- 2.1.2 JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco) Major Business
- 2.1.3 JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco) Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.1.4 JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco) Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.1.5 JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco) Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.2 Ingredion
- 2.2.1 Ingredion Details
- 2.2.2 Ingredion Major Business
- 2.2.3 Ingredion Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.2.4 Ingredion Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.2.5 Ingredion Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.3 DuPont
- 2.3.1 DuPont Details
- 2.3.2 DuPont Major Business
- 2.3.3 DuPont Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.3.4 DuPont Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.3.5 DuPont Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.4 Cargill
- 2.4.1 Cargill Details
- 2.4.2 Cargill Major Business
- 2.4.3 Cargill Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.4.4 Cargill Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.4.5 Cargill Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.5 Kerry Group
- 2.5.1 Kerry Group Details
- 2.5.2 Kerry Group Major Business
- 2.5.3 Kerry Group Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.5.4 Kerry Group Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.5.5 Kerry Group Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.6 Ashland
- 2.6.1 Ashland Details
- 2.6.2 Ashland Major Business
- 2.6.3 Ashland Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.6.4 Ashland Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.6.5 Ashland Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.7 Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd
- 2.7.1 Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd Details
- 2.7.2 Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd Major Business
- 2.7.3 Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.7.4 Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.7.5 Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.8 Kraft Foods Group Inc.
- 2.8.1 Kraft Foods Group Inc. Details
- 2.8.2 Kraft Foods Group Inc. Major Business
- 2.8.3 Kraft Foods Group Inc. Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.8.4 Kraft Foods Group Inc. Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.8.5 Kraft Foods Group Inc. Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.9 DSM
- 2.9.1 DSM Details
- 2.9.2 DSM Major Business
- 2.9.3 DSM Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.9.4 DSM Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.9.5 DSM Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.10 Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd
- 2.10.1 Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd Details
- 2.10.2 Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd Major Business
- 2.10.3 Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.10.4 Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.10.5 Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.11 Fufeng
- 2.11.1 Fufeng Details
- 2.11.2 Fufeng Major Business
- 2.11.3 Fufeng Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.11.4 Fufeng Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.11.5 Fufeng Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.12 Meihua
- 2.12.1 Meihua Details
- 2.12.2 Meihua Major Business
- 2.12.3 Meihua Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.12.4 Meihua Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.12.5 Meihua Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.13 Caremoli Group
- 2.13.1 Caremoli Group Details
- 2.13.2 Caremoli Group Major Business
- 2.13.3 Caremoli Group Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.13.4 Caremoli Group Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.13.5 Caremoli Group Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.14 Behn Meyer
- 2.14.1 Behn Meyer Details
- 2.14.2 Behn Meyer Major Business
- 2.14.3 Behn Meyer Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.14.4 Behn Meyer Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.14.5 Behn Meyer Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.15 Iberagar
- 2.15.1 Iberagar Details
- 2.15.2 Iberagar Major Business
- 2.15.3 Iberagar Food Hydrocolloids Product and Services
- 2.15.4 Iberagar Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.15.5 Iberagar Recent Developments/Updates
3 Competitive Environment: Food Hydrocolloids by Manufacturer
- 3.1 Global Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
- 3.2 Global Food Hydrocolloids Revenue by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
- 3.3 Global Food Hydrocolloids Average Price by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
- 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2024)
- 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Food Hydrocolloids by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2024
- 3.4.2 Top 3 Food Hydrocolloids Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
- 3.4.3 Top 6 Food Hydrocolloids Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
- 3.5 Food Hydrocolloids Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
- 3.5.1 Food Hydrocolloids Market: Region Footprint
- 3.5.2 Food Hydrocolloids Market: Company Product Type Footprint
- 3.5.3 Food Hydrocolloids Market: Company Product Application Footprint
- 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
- 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
- 4.1 Global Food Hydrocolloids Market Size by Region
- 4.1.1 Global Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.1.2 Global Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.1.3 Global Food Hydrocolloids Average Price by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.2 North America Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.3 Europe Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.4 Asia-Pacific Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.5 South America Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.6 Middle East & Africa Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value (2020-2031)
5 Market Segment by Type
- 5.1 Global Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 5.2 Global Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Type (2020-2031)
- 5.3 Global Food Hydrocolloids Average Price by Type (2020-2031)
6 Market Segment by Application
- 6.1 Global Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 6.2 Global Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Application (2020-2031)
- 6.3 Global Food Hydrocolloids Average Price by Application (2020-2031)
7 North America
- 7.1 North America Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 7.2 North America Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 7.3 North America Food Hydrocolloids Market Size by Country
- 7.3.1 North America Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 7.3.2 North America Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
8 Europe
- 8.1 Europe Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 8.2 Europe Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 8.3 Europe Food Hydrocolloids Market Size by Country
- 8.3.1 Europe Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 8.3.2 Europe Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
9 Asia-Pacific
- 9.1 Asia-Pacific Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 9.2 Asia-Pacific Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 9.3 Asia-Pacific Food Hydrocolloids Market Size by Region
- 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
- 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
- 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
10 South America
- 10.1 South America Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 10.2 South America Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 10.3 South America Food Hydrocolloids Market Size by Country
- 10.3.1 South America Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 10.3.2 South America Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
11 Middle East & Africa
- 11.1 Middle East & Africa Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 11.2 Middle East & Africa Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 11.3 Middle East & Africa Food Hydrocolloids Market Size by Country
- 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Food Hydrocolloids Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Food Hydrocolloids Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
12 Market Dynamics
- 12.1 Food Hydrocolloids Market Drivers
- 12.2 Food Hydrocolloids Market Restraints
- 12.3 Food Hydrocolloids Trends Analysis
- 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
- 13.1 Raw Material of Food Hydrocolloids and Key Manufacturers
- 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Food Hydrocolloids
- 13.3 Food Hydrocolloids Production Process
- 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
- 14.1 Sales Channel
- 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
- 14.1.2 Distributors
- 14.2 Food Hydrocolloids Typical Distributors
- 14.3 Food Hydrocolloids Typical Customers
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
- 16.1 Methodology
- 16.2 Research Process and Data Source
According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Food Hydrocolloids market size was valued at US$ 5981 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 8928 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 6.0% during review period.
A colloid, also called a colloidal system, is a chemical system that features very fine particles suspended in a continuous medium. Hydrocolloids, as the name indicates, are colloidal long-chained polymeric systems made of fine particles and dispersed in water. Depending on how much water has been used, hydrocolloids could occur in the form of either gels or sols.
Given their physical attributes, hydrocolloids are used in numerous applications. Their range of application in the food industry is especially wide because they carry the capability to modify the rheology of virtually any system to which they’re added. The other main applications of hydrocolloids are seen in the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals sector.
Global Food Hydrocolloids key players include Kraft Foods Group Inc., JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco), Fufeng, Ingredion, etc. Global top four manufacturers hold a share nearly 25%.
Europe is the largest market, with a share over 30%, followed by China, and North America, both have a share about 40 percent.
In terms of product, Guar gum is the largest segment, with a share over 30%. And in terms of application, the largest application is Jelly or Pudding, followed by Processed meat, Beverage, Dressing or sauce, etc.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Food Hydrocolloids market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Food Hydrocolloids market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Food Hydrocolloids market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Food Hydrocolloids market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Food Hydrocolloids market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and ASP (USD/MT), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Food Hydrocolloids
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Food Hydrocolloids market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco), Ingredion, DuPont, Cargill, Kerry Group, Ashland, Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd, Kraft Foods Group Inc., DSM, Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Food Hydrocolloids market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Agar
Alginates
Carboxymethylcellulose and Other Cellulose Ethers
Carrageenan
Gelatin
Gellan Gum
Guar Gum
Gum Acacia (Gum Arabic)
Locust Bean Gum
Others
Market segment by Application
Beverage
Dressing or Sauce
Jelly or Pudding
Dairy Products
Ice Cream
Soup
Processed Meat
Others
Major players covered
JM Huber Corp(CP Kelco)
Ingredion
DuPont
Cargill
Kerry Group
Ashland
Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd
Kraft Foods Group Inc.
DSM
Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd
Fufeng
Meihua
Caremoli Group
Behn Meyer
Iberagar
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Food Hydrocolloids product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Food Hydrocolloids, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Food Hydrocolloids from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Food Hydrocolloids competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Food Hydrocolloids breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Food Hydrocolloids market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Food Hydrocolloids.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Food Hydrocolloids sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.