Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market Outlook (2022 to 2032)

The global Aluminum-Free Natural Food Color Market is forecasted to be appraised at USD 4.08 billion by 2032, up from USD 2.17 billion in 2022, advancing at a CAGR of 6.88% during the forecast period.

Aluminum-free food colors are pigments, dyes, and substances that impart color to food and beverages and are known as food colors or coloring additives.

Aluminum-free food colors are available in the form of liquids, gels, and powder food coloring, which is used in both domestic and commercial production of eatables and beverages.

Consumers have a tendency to associate the taste of food products with their color, which serves as a vital factor for food and beverage companies, increasingly using aluminum-free natural food coloring to make their products more marketable and presentable.

Increased awareness and rising demand for clean-label foods amongst consumers are likely to spur global sales of aluminum-free natural food colors, with significant growth of the market size during the forecast period.

Report Attribute Details
Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market Value (2022) USD 2.17 Billion
Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market Anticipated Value (2032) USD 4.08 Billion
Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Projected Growth Rate (2032) 6.88%

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What are the Key Dynamics for the Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market?

The market size of aluminum-free natural food colors is projected to show impressive growth during the forecast period. The growth is primarily attributed to the fact that there is a constant rise in consumer preference for consuming clean-labeled products.

Rising concerns over health hazards associated with the intake of synthetic food colors are amplifying the demand for aluminum-free natural food colors in many parts of the world.

Aluminum is identified as a neurotoxin that can affect over 200 biological functions of the body. Prolonged accumulation in the human system over periods of time can have adverse consequences, potentially causing neurodegenerative diseases like dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Aluminum competes with other minerals for absorption into the bloodstream, significantly deterring calcium absorption in bones, and impacting skeletal mineralization. Accumulation of aluminum can develop autism and slow down growth in kids.

Growing awareness about the adverse impact of aluminum on human health is fueling the food and beverage industry to seek alternatives to food coloring containing aluminum.

A recent survey of Germany, conducted by the Federal Institute of Risk Assessment has revealed that half of the German populace avoids the use of aluminum-based products. This factor is estimated to play a vital driver in the aluminum-free natural food color market growth.

Mindful choices are gaining traction with a burgeoning demand for naturally sourced ingredients for food products, associating natural with healthy is driving manufacturers to adopt aluminum-free natural food colors for their products.

However, natural food colors have a very less shelf life and inefficient functionality. In addition, coloring can fade easily and undergo a change in properties when subjected to different pH levels and light.

The overall cost of production of natural food colors is higher than that of synthetic counterparts. The requirement for the vast amount of raw materials in fruits, plants, and other natural sources for the production of aluminum-free natural food colors is non-sustainable and expensive.

These factors are restraining the widespread adoption of aluminum-free natural food colors and are continuing to pose a daunting challenge in the aluminum-free natural food color market.

What is the Regional Outlook for Aluminum-free Natural Food Colors Market?

At present, the North American and European regions are anticipated to hold the major shares in the global market of aluminum-free natural food color market. There are stringent regulations across many countries in these regions regarding the usage of aluminum-free natural food colors.

However, on the other hand, the Asia-Pacific region is projected to show lucrative growth opportunities for the market players. The demand for aluminum-free natural food colors is increasing due to increased purchasing power coupled with the growing consumer preference for natural ingredients.

The rising consumption of organic food products has necessitated a shift towards natural and healthier alternatives. The demand for aluminum-free natural food colors is bolstering across these regions and playing a significant role in shaping the aluminum-free natural food colors market growth during the forecast period.

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Key developments and notable factors in the Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market

Some of the notable developments in the aluminum-free natural food color market are

  • In May 2020, GNT Foods, one of the leading manufacturers of cutting-edge food ingredients based in the USA of America, announced the launch of its two new EXBERRY food colorings which will deliver bright shades of orange in powder and oil-dispersible formats. These colors will be made from carrots and paprika.
  • In October 2021, Givaudan announced its acquisition plans of DDW, The Color House, a US-based natural color company. This acquisition was in line with the former's 2025 strategy to expand its global Taste & Wellbeing business portfolio. Givaudan will become a global leader in natural colors as a result of the acquisition, enhancing its ability to create "Feel Good" Food Experiences via its comprehensive portfolio of flavor and sense solutions.
  • In September 2021, Oterra acquired Diana Food's natural food coloring business. After the acquisition, Oterra fully integrated Diana Food's natural coloring business into its offering. Symrise AG, a leading supplier of flavors, fragrances, nutrition, food, and cosmetic ingredients, currently owns Diana Food. This was Oterra's second acquisition in a short period after acquiring SECNA Natural Ingredients Group in June of the same year.
  • In January 2021, GNT added a pink shade made from fruit and vegetables to its Exberry line of oil-dispersible Coloring Foods. In October of the same year, GNT Group established a number of new sustainability targets as part of its long-term goal of producing zero-carbon emissions from its international operations. The Dutch company revealed seventeen goals for 2030 in its first sustainability report, including plans to reduce the environmental footprint of its Exberry natural food coloring portfolio by 25% and also to deliver comprehensive emissions data for the complete product range. GNT has also set a goal of using 75 percent of its side streams, i.e., the leftover raw material from the production of color concentrates, for human consumption by 2026. It intends to launch a carrot-based offer with an ingredient derived from byproducts by 2023.

Who are some of the notable players in the Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market?

Some of the notable players in the Aluminum-free natural food color market are ADM, NATUREX, Hansen A/S, Döhler GmbH, McCormick & Company, Inc., Kalsec Inc., ROHA Dyechem Pvt. Ltd., San-Ei GEN FFI Inc., DDW The Color House, Diana Food S.A.S., GNT Group B.V., Synthite Industries Ltd.

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Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Growth Rate CAGR of 6.88% from 2022 to 2032
Base Year for Estimation 2021
Historical Data 2015 to 2021
Forecast Period 2022 to 2032
Quantitative Units Revenue in USD Million and CAGR from 2022 to 2032
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Volume Forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Trends, and Pricing Analysis
Segments Covered Type, Source, Form, Application, Region
Regions Covered North America; Latin America; Europe; East Asia; South Asia; Oceania; Middle East and Africa
Key Countries Profiled USA, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Nordics, BENELUX, Australia & New Zealand, China, India, ASIAN, GCC Countries, South Africa
Key Companies Profiled ADM; NATUREX; Hansen A/S; Döhler GmbH; McCormick & Company, Inc.; Kalsec Inc.; ROHA Dyechem Pvt. Ltd.; San-Ei GEN FFI Inc; DDW The Color House; Diana Food S.A.S.; GNT Group B.V.; Synthite Industries Ltd.
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Key segments profiled in the Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market

By Type:

  • Anthocyanin
  • Curcumin
  • Carotenoid
  • Others

By Source:

  • Plant
  • Animal
  • Minerals

By Form:

  • Liquid
  • Powder
  • Gel
  • Others

By Application:

  • Dairy
  • Beverages
  • Bakery and Confectionery
  • Others

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Growth Outlook for the Aluminum-free Natural Food Color Market?

The global aluminum-free natural food color market is projected to advance at a CAGR of 6.88% during the forecast period (2022 to 2032)

What is the major driver contributing to the Aluminum-free Natural Food Color market share of the European and North American countries?

As several countries in the Asia Pacific and North American regions are paying attention to health concerns and are getting more inclined toward consuming food that is free from synthetic ingredients, the aluminum-free natural food color market size of these regions is expanding.

Who are a few key players in the Aluminum0free Natural Food Color Market?

Some of the notable players in the aluminum-free natural food color market are ADM, NATUREX, Hansen A/S, Döhler GmbH, McCormick & Company, Inc., Kalsec Inc., ROHA Dyechem Pvt. Ltd., San-Ei GEN FFI Inc., DDW The Color House, Diana Food S.A.S., GNT Group B.V., and Synthite Industries Ltd.

Table of Content
        1. Executive Summary
        2. Market Overview
        3. Market Background
        4. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032
        5. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Type
                5.1. Beta Carotene
                5.2. Astaxanthin
                5.3. Annatto
                5.4. Curcumin
                5.5. Spirulina
                5.6. Carmine
        6. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By End-use Application
                6.1. Processed/Frozen Food Products
                6.2. Beverages
                6.3. Dairy Products
                6.4. Bakery and Confectionary Products
                6.5. Others
        7. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Region
                7.1. North America
                7.2. Latin America
                7.3. Europe
                7.4. Asia Pacific
                7.5. Middle East and Africa
        8. North America Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
        9. Latin America Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
        10. Europe Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
        11. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
        12. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Country
        13. Key Countries Market Analysis
        14. Market Structure Analysis
        15. Competition Analysis
                15.1. Naturex
                15.2. FMC Corporation
                15.3. Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Company
                15.4. Roha Dyechem Pvt. Ltd.
                15.5. DDW The Colour House
                15.6. Chr. Hansen A/S
                15.7. BASF SE
                15.8. Sensient Technologies Corporation
                15.9. Allied Biotech Corporation
                15.10. Diana Naturals
        16. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
        17. Research Methodology
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