Global Ursolic Acid Market Growth 2025-2031

The global Ursolic Acid market size is predicted to grow from US$ 7.4 million in 2025 to US$ 9.4 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2025 to 2031.

Ursolic acid is a lipophilic pentacyclic triterpenoid. It is a biologically active compound found in many plants (a phytochemical). It is widely used in pharmaceutical industry, cosmetic industry and food＆health care products industry, because of its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antitumor, antiulcer and antiviral properties.

The whole ursolic acid industry is relatively scattered as there are many medium and small size companies engaged in. China is the largest producer of the product.

Market Drivers:

Growing Demand for Natural Ingredients: Ursolic acid, derived primarily from apple peel and various herbs, is gaining popularity in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries due to its natural origin. As consumers increasingly seek natural, plant-based products, the demand for ursolic acid has grown, particularly in skincare formulations and dietary supplements.

Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Properties: Ursolic acid is recognized for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. These health benefits have driven its application in various therapeutic areas, particularly in managing chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. This has increased its demand in the nutraceutical market.

Increasing Awareness of Healthy Lifestyles:As global awareness about healthy lifestyles and preventive healthcare rises, consumers are turning to natural products that can help improve their overall health. Ursolic acid, with its broad spectrum of health benefits, has become a popular ingredient in weight management, anti-aging, and immunity-boosting products.

Expansion of the Cosmetic Industry: The cosmetic industry has been increasingly adopting ursolic acid for its skin-enhancing properties. It is used in formulations for anti-aging, skin firming, and moisturizing products. This trend is contributing to the growth of the ursolic acid market.

Market Challenges:

Limited Availability of Raw Materials: Ursolic acid is primarily sourced from natural herbs like rosemary, thyme, and apple peel, which limits the consistency and volume of supply. Fluctuations in the availability of these raw materials can impact production rates and pricing.

Competition from Synthetic Alternatives: Synthetic substitutes and other natural compounds with similar health benefits may pose a threat to the growth of the ursolic acid market. These alternatives may be cheaper and more readily available, which could make it difficult for ursolic acid to compete in certain sectors.

LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Ursolic Acid Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Ursolic Acid sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Ursolic Acid sales for 2025 through 2031. With Ursolic Acid sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Ursolic Acid industry.

This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Ursolic Acid landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Ursolic Acid portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Ursolic Acid market.

This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Ursolic Acid and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Ursolic Acid.

This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Ursolic Acid market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.

Segmentation by Type:

25% Ursolic Acid

50% Ursolic Acid

90% Ursolic Acid

98% Ursolic Acid

Others

Segmentation by Application:

Pharmaceutical

Cosmetic

Food and Health Care Products

This report also splits the market by region:

Americas

United States

Canada

Mexico

Brazil

APAC

China

Japan

Korea

Southeast Asia

India

Australia

Europe

Germany

France

UK

Italy

Russia

Middle East & Africa

Egypt

South Africa

Israel

Turkey

GCC Countries

The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.

Sami-Sabinsa

Changsha Staherb Natural Ingredients

Run Shaanxi Days of Bio-tech

Shaanxi Huike Botanical Development

Changsha Luyuan Bio-Tech

Xuancheng Baicao Pharmaceutical

Changsha E.K HERB

Shaanxi Jintai Biological Engineering

Hunan NutraMax

Xi’an TonKing

MicroHerb

Geneham Pharmaceutical

Acetar Bio-Tech

Shaanxi Hopeland Chem-Tech

Xi'an Tianben Bio-Engineering

AiKan Biological

Ningshan Guosheng Biological Technology

Yongzhou Huamao Biotechnology

Baoji Guokang Bio-Technology

Hunan Warrant Pharmaceutical

Shaaxi Haiqiang Phytochemical

Key Questions Addressed in this Report

What is the 10-year outlook for the global Ursolic Acid market?

What factors are driving Ursolic Acid market growth, globally and by region?

Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?

How do Ursolic Acid market opportunities vary by end market size?

How does Ursolic Acid break out by Type, by Application?

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