Global Rare Sugar Market - 2023-2030

Rare Sugar Market The market is growing at a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period (2023-2030).

Rare sugars are monosaccharides and their derivatives are obtained only in trace amounts. These sugars are extracted with the help of the process of fermentation of natural products and enzyme conversion. Various types of sugars are available in the market, including D-Mannose, allulose, L-arabinose, L-fucose and others. L-Arabinose is an isomer that develops naturally and is a crucial component of plant polysaccharides. Important bacterial numbers consist of an inducible operon of arabinose that codes for a set of transporters and enzymes. It helps L-arabinose to be used in microbial cultures as a sole source of carbon. Furthermore, Allulose has 90% fewer calories than other sweeteners while providing the same taste and texture as sugar. Allulose shares many similarities with fructose and glucose in terms of composition due to its distinct oxygen and hydrogen structures.

Rare Sugar Market Dynamics

Increase in health consciousness among consumers

Easy access to near-infinite information increasingly makes consumers aware of their nutritional needs. Therefore, consumers have become more conscious of healthier choices in terms of food & beverages. They are increasingly demanding healthier, low-calorie food & beverages owing to the growing health problems.

The International Diabetes Federation reports state that there were approximately 537 million adults (20-79 years old) living with diabetes in 2021 and the number is expected to increase to 643 million by 2030 and 783 million by 2045.

According to the WHO, 650 million adults, 340 million adolescents, and 39 million children worldwide are obese. By 2025, the WHO predicts that 167 million adults and children will lose some of their health due to being overweight or obese.

These increasing health conditions increase demand for low-calorie food & beverage products to help consumers maintain a healthy diet. Most health-conscious consumers prefer rare sugars because they contain fewer calories than regular sugar.

Adherence to international quality standards and regulations

The National Food Safety and Quality Service (SENASA), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the World Health Organization (WHO), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (EU) are international organizations involved in food safety regulations. These groups have direct or indirect control over various chemicals and materials used in food processing.

Rare sugars are subjected to rigorous health and safety checks. Regulatory bodies have conducted various studies to measure and assess these products' impact on humans. Based on the results, products are classified and the daily intake allowance (DIA) has been set. Standards set by agencies for the classification and usage levels differ with respective authoritative bodies and pose a serious problem to companies for streamlining product developments.

Rare Sugar Market Segment Analysis

The global rare sugar market is segmented based on product, end-user and region.

Rising prevalence of urinary tract infections globally

D-Mannose segment holds the second largest market share at the global level. D-Mannose is a six-membered ringed natural sugar that functions as a metabolite. Synechocystis, Poa huecu and other species produce D-Mannose naturally. D-mannose is linked to glucose, as these sugars are simple sugars made up of only one sugar molecule. Furthermore, both exist naturally in various plants in the form of starch and are present in many fruits and the human body.

Carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b is a hereditary illness. In people with this illness, taking D-mannose by mouth can help with digestive issues, low blood sugar and clotting blood issues. However, it's unclear whether it helps avoid liver disorders.

UTIs or urinary tract infections are very common bacterial disorders in the world. Despite the effectiveness of medicines used to treat UTI, recurrence rates among patients remain high. Furthermore, the emergence of antibiotic resistance is a serious worry that necessitates the development of other therapeutic alternatives. D-mannose has traditionally been used to treat UTIs in animals. Scientists are now investigating whether it can treat and prevent UTIs in humans. Women with recurrent UTIs often take a low-dose antibiotic for 6 to 12 months following infection. While research has shown that this is successful, there is a danger that long-term antibiotic usage will raise the possibility of bacteria developing antibiotic resistance. As a result, scientists are working to create nonantibiotic therapies for common bacterial illnesses such as urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Rare Sugar Market Geographical Penetration

Asia-Pacific’s growing demand for organic food and increased knowledge of healthy lifestyles and diets

The Asia Pacific market is predicted to be the fastest-growing rare sugar market. Growing demand for functional foods and convenience meals drives demand for functional additives like allulose, which provides health benefits without compromising food taste or sensory quality.

In addition, India is the world's largest wheat producer and allulose is produced from wheat; it is one of South Asia's major producers and users of allulose. Allulose is commonly used as a natural sweetener in bakery and confectionery items in India in response to customer demand for low-calorie cakes, biscuits and cookies.

Growing demand for organic food and increased knowledge of healthy lifestyles and diets would generate prospects for growth in India. Customers' changing lifestyles and rising health consciousness are driving market expansion. The Asia Pacific market is particularly dynamic regarding rapid urbanization, diet variety and appealing and free trade policies in the food sector. Moreover, an increase in per capita income and spending power is crucial for the region's allulose manufacturers' sector growth potential. Rapid urbanization, huge increases in household wealth, and changes in consumer lifestyle and nutrition are all occurring in India, Japan, China, and South Korea.

Rare Sugar Companies and Competitive Landscape

The major global players include Ingredion Incorporated, Nestle, Avantor, Inc, Tate & Lyle, Jarrow Formulas Inc, Shijiazhuang Huaxu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Sanwa Starch Co., Ltd., Zhangjiagang Sipu Biochemical Co., Ltd, Sweet Cures Limited, and Matsutani Chemical Industry Co. Ltd.

Key Developments
• In February 2022, SC Nutra replaced Sweet Cures as the company's trading name.
• In February 2022, DMannose Pet was introduced, a new product from Sweet Cures that is only for pets. DMannose Pet is the same as Sweet Cures Waterfall D-Mannose and is made entirely of the finest D mannose with no additions, fillers, binders, excipients or colorants.
• On January 20, 2021, Tate & Lyle announced the addition of a crystalline form certified as ""Non-GMO Project Verified"" to its DOLCIA PRIMA Allulose portfolio. Manufacturers can now produce more retail goods with the Non-GMO Project Verified logo and certification.

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