The global market of plant sterol esters is currently valued at around USD 797.1 Mn, and is anticipated to reach USD 1,180.4 Mn by 2027. The global business is anticipated to witness a considerable CAGR of 6.8% during the period of 2022 and 2027.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Sterol Esters Market Value (2021A) | USD 797.1 Million |
| Plant Sterol Esters Market Estimation (2022E) | USD 851.4 Million |
| Plant Sterol Esters Market Projections (2027F) | USD 1,180.4 Million |
| Value CAGR (2022 to 2027) | 6.8% |
| Collective Value Share: Top 3 Countries (2022E) | 32.7% |
In the forecast period, increased consumption of plant sterol esters in various applications such as cosmetics, food & beverages, and pharmaceuticals is expected to drive sales. Considering this, FMI has forecast the global plant sterol esters sales to reach a valuation of USD 1,180.4 Mn in 2027.
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| Market Statistics | Details |
|---|---|
| H1,2021 (A) | 7.0% |
| H1,2022 Projected (P) | 7.6% |
| H1,2022 Outlook (O) | 7.3% |
| BPS Change : H1,2022 (O) - H1,2022 (P) | (-) 30 ↓ |
| BPS Change : H1,2022 (O) - H1,2021 (A) | (+) 30 ↑ |
A half year growth comparison for plant sterol esters market along with market dynamics and industry trends influencing the growth has been presented by Future Market Insights. Over the projected period, the sales are anticipated to be driven by an increase in the application of plant sterol esters in numerous end-use industries.
Food and beverage are the key sectors driving demand for plant sterol esters. Additionally, rising food and beverage consumption around the world is anticipated to boost market expansion.
To fulfil the rising demand, companies recently redirected their attention to developing nations to boost their production volume. A number of firms are likewise concentrating on enhancing their manufacturing capacities, R&D expenditures, partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions.
Many companies have invested in the study and development of plant sterols and plant sterol esters, which has resulted in the introduction of new products with improved efficacy and cholesterol-lowering capabilities.
The market is expected to growth with a CAGR of 7.3% in first half 2022, a 30 bps fall as compare to the earlier growth projections for the same period. Key reasons for this change in growth rate are attributed to certain growth slowdown in the manufacturing industries owing to higher recovery in the year 2021. Further supply constraints resulted from the rise in the geopolitical tensions are also expected to impact the growth.
The number of people with excessive cholesterol is rising, and during the projection period, this is likely to lead to an increase in sterol ester consumption. Increased consumer spending for functional foods & dietary supplements is driving the market & expected to pave the growth path over the forecast period.
Sales of Plant Sterol Esters increased at a 6.2% CAGR, between 2012 and 2021, with increasing applications accounting for a substantial portion of the global market. COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on the plant sterols market in 2 ways: directly impacting production and demand, and causing distribution network and market disruption.
However, the potential of plant sterol esters is being identified by many scientific studies, leaving plenty of room to restructure the sector even in the face of ongoing COVID-19 situations.
Plant Sterol Esters' increasing use in a variety of end-use industries is expected to drive the sales over the forecast period. The key industries driving demand for plant sterol esters are food and beverage. Furthermore, growing food and beverages consumption all over the globe is expected to augment the growth of the market.
When sterol and a fatty acid are synthesized, a sterol ester is formed (esterification). Sterol Esters are a heterogeneous chemical compound found in trace amounts in almost all cell types.
Plant sterols are known as phytosterols, which is a general term for plant-derived sterols and stanols found in plant fatty tissues. Plant sterol ester is formed when plant sterol is esterified with fatty acids.
Consumer spending for functional foods and dietary supplements is driving the market for plant sterol esters, which holds promise for plant phytosterols. Plant sterol ester is regarded as one of the top ten nutritional breakthroughs in the world.
Because of its nutritional benefits, the market for Plat sterol ester is rapidly expanding. The sales for plant sterol ester in the food market is the primary growth driver, with food supplements contributing significant market growth.
The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted nearly every industry due to logistical constraints imposed by Covid standards and regulations. The rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on the market for plant sterol esters. COVID-19 has caused supply chains for plant sterol esters to be disrupted in major users.
However, raw - materials demand and supply will be insufficient due to the lockdown and price volatility, posing a major challenge to the market's growth. The market growth rate will be slowed by high costs associated with research and development capabilities, dearth of awareness among the population in regions such as the Middle East, high overhead expenses associated with product extraction, and strict global trade restrictions.
However, the market is expected to grow during the forecast period as a result of its applications in various segments, which are expected to boost the market.
The United States is expected to account for a significant portion of the global market, according to FMI. The United States is expected to dominate the North American market with a significant value share in terms of consumption over the forecast period.
Growth in the plant sterol industry is directly linked with the growth in the plant sterol esters industry as plant sterol esters are made using plant sterol and contain about 60% plant sterol in them.
Growing use of plant sterol esters in various end use applications, such as yoghurts, salad dressings, mayonnaise, milk, vegetable oils, medicines, dietary supplements and drinks, such as beer, cold drinks, etc. is expected to drive the plant sterol market during the forecast period. End use industries have increased their usage of plant sterol esters due to the health benefits associated with plant sterol esters.
All of these factors are leading to growing consumption of plant sterol esters all over the globe. USA. market of plant sterol esters is expected to reach a value of USD 194.8 Mn by the end of 2027.
Because of increased research and development projects as well as increased demand from a variety of end-user industries, Germany tends to dominate the plant sterol esters market in the European market. Because of its initial implementation of the bio-based economy, Europe continues to dominate the phytosterols market. Cardiovascular diseases are one of the top causes of mortality in European countries.
As a result, the use of phytosterols in the food and pharmaceutical industries has increased because they protect against cardiovascular disease, reduce intestinal cholesterol absorption, and lower blood cholesterol levels. Increasing use of plant sterol esters in cosmetics in Europe and other regions is expected to drive the plant sterol market during the forecast period. Plant sterol esters used in cosmetic products have many benefits.
For instance, they are miscible with plant oils, they increase the viscosity of cream and lotion and provide them with a shiny appearance, can be used in anti-ageing creams and provide protection against UV rays. Germany is estimated to create an incremental dollar opportunity of about USD 21.6 Mn during the period of 2022 and 2027 in the market if plant sterol esters.
The plant sterol esters’ food segment is expected to grow at a prominent value of 7.1% CAGR, over the forecast period of 2022 to 2027. Individuals, these days, have become quite concerned about their health and are changing their preference form conventional food to food items with higher protein, less fat and low cholesterol or cholesterol removing agents.
Companies, such as, DANONE, Coca-Cola, etc. have started adding plant sterols and plant sterol esters into their products as individuals are showing increasing interest in buying such products.
These factors are expected to act as drivers for the growth of the market during the forecast period. Owing to this property of plant sterol esters, products based on plant sterol esters are becoming more popular in different end use industries, specially the food & beverage industry, which is acting as a driver for the growth of plant sterol esters market.
The dietary supplements segment is projected to create an absolute dollar opportunity of more than USD 81.3 Mn during the period of 2022 to 2027. People were restricted to their homes when the pandemic struck. Having to walk outdoors was also prohibited in some regions, for which long periods of time were spent in front of the television or computer.
Many people gain weight as a result of a lack of exercise. Obesity is linked to several major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, including high LDL cholesterol levels. Adults who are obese are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease and other health issues. As a result, demand for cholesterol-lowering dietary supplements began to rise.
Population suffering from high cholesterol levels is increasing, which, in turn, is expected to increase sterol ester consumption during the forecast period. Thus, to curb the negative effects of bad cholesterol, plant sterol ester manufacturing companies are creating awareness among individuals, which is expected to the drive the market during the forecast period.
In recent years, producers have shifted their focus to emerging countries in order to meet the growing demand for Plant Sterol Esters. Several major players are also focusing on improving their manufacturing capabilities, R&D investments, collaborations, and mergers and acquisitions.
Various companies have been involved in research and development surrounding plant sterols and plant sterols esters, which is leading to the launch of new products with increased efficiency and better cholesterol lowering ability.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2022 to 2027 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2012 to 2021 |
| Market Analysis | USD Million for Value and Tons for Volume |
| Key Regions Covered | North America;Latin America Middle East & Africa; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; APEJ and Japan |
| Key Countries Covered | US, Canada, Germany, UK., France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Poland, Nordic, China, Japan, India, Australia, NewZealand, ASEAN, Brazil, Mexico, GCC Countries, South Africa, Turkey, Israel |
| Key Segments Covered | Form, Application and Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | Cargill Incorporated; Arboris LLC; Enzymotech Ltd.; BASF SE; Raisio Plc.; Archer Daniels Midland Company; Xi'an Healthful Biotechnology Co., Ltd; Vitae Caps S.A.; Top Pharm Chemical Group; CONNOILS LLC; Blackmores; New Roots Herbal Inc.; Advanced Organic Materials S.A.; Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.; Oxford Vitality Ltd.; Nutrartis; Lamberts Healthcare |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives |
| Customization & Pricing | Available upon Request |
The global plant sterol esters market is expected to total USD 851.4 Mn in 2022.
The plant sterol esters market has been estimated to exhibit growth rate of 6.8% between 2022 and 2027 on value basis.
Food application segment is expected to contribute significantly to the growth share of the overall market in 2022.
Cargill Incorporated, Arboris LLC, Enzymotech Ltd., BASF SE, Raisio Plc., Archer Daniels Midland Company, Xi'an Healthful Biotechnology Co., Ltd, Vitae Caps S.A., Top Pharm Chemical Group, and others are the key market players in the global market of plant sterol esters.
The demand of plant sterol esters in USA is expected to increase by 6.8% CAGR between 2022 and 2027 on value basis.
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