Food Encapsulation Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Method (Physical, Chemical, Physico Chemical Method and Other Methods), Core Phase (Vitamins, Water-Soluble and Other Core Phases), Shell Material, Technology, Application, End User and By G

Food Encapsulation Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Method (Physical, Chemical, Physico Chemical Method and Other Methods), Core Phase (Vitamins, Water-Soluble and Other Core Phases), Shell Material, Technology, Application, End User and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Food Encapsulation Market is accounted for $13.35 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $26.34 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 10.2% during the forecast period. Encapsulation is a useful technique for increasing the delivery of living cells and bioactive compounds into foods. The protective shell of encapsulates must be designed using food-grade, biodegradable ingredients that are effective at providing a barrier between the internal phase and its environment.

According to an article by Nutraingredients in 2019, over 40% of the vitamins consumed in the food industry are encapsulated. The encapsulation of vitamins is necessary to enclose vitamin molecules in a stable shell to prevent oxidation, preserve the nutrients, and avoid the products from deteriorating for a longer period.

Market Dynamics

Driver

Reducing capsule size and increasing bioavailability

Nanocapsules have a size range of 1100 nm, according to IUUPAC. These nanocapsules are the ideal size for containing highly active bioactives and ensuring targeted distribution. Sizes 1 through 00 are best suited for dietary supplements. These capsules can hold between 290 and 850 mg of the active ingredient. They are appropriate for powdered and granular materials. Minerals, water- and fat-soluble vitamins, and antioxidants work best in these small capsule sizes. As a result, in order to maximize the capsule's utility and bioavailability, its size must be reduced.

Restraint

Expensive functional food products

The development and commercialization of functional food components are complex, costly, and uncertain. Product development success is influenced by technological factors, consumer demand, and legislative and regulatory contexts. Significant expenditure is necessary for the R&D of a strain to be employed in the creation of new functional components such as probiotics.

Opportunity

Increasing demand for encapsulated flavors and colors

Using encapsulation techniques, the food and beverage sector can preserve the color, flavor, and nutritional value of food products while also improving their shelf life. Because bioactive compounds impart an unattractive taste or color to healthful foods, the use of food encapsulation for color and taste masking has increased. Furthermore, the growing demand for flavored food products propels the flavor stabilization industry.

Threat

Traditional preservation methods surpass encapsulation techniques

Because food encapsulation can be costly, manufacturers of small and medium-sized enterprises in the food and beverage industry prefer traditional preservation procedures over encapsulation techniques. New markets are emerging in the functional food sector, and researchers are working to accommodate this need while lowering production costs. Encapsulation incurs additional costs, which must be avoided in order to enable all manufacturers to be economically acceptable. This includes not just the materials used to construct capsules but also the equipment and processing conditions. There are also a limited number of core materials suitable for encapsulation.

The microencapsulation segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The microencapsulation segment is expected to grow rapidly because microencapsulation is used to improve the quality of ingredients in food products, and this technology is used to protect the core ingredients from interacting with other ingredients while processing the food products and from the external environment.

The dietary supplements segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Dietary Supplements segment projected to hold lucrative CAGR throughout the domination period as it is being driven in part by a paradigm shift toward preventive health management in the face of rising healthcare expenditures and an increased burden of lifestyle diseases. Dietary supplements such as vitamins, minerals, Omega 3, enzymes, and so on are becoming more popular as people become more health conscious. Additionally, ingredients that are difficult to obtain from food can be met through a supplement to meet dietary requirements, where encapsulation plays a significant role in maintaining the product's taste, color, preservation, and nutrition.

Region with largest share

Because of the great availability of shell materials such as hydrocolloids and emulsions, as well as the existence of a large number of producers, North America has the largest share of the worldwide food encapsulation market. Furthermore, the development is associated with technological advancements in the processed food business. Additionally, because of the region's large number of players and expanding consumer awareness and demand for functional food products.

Region with highest CAGR

The Asia-Pacific region has grown tremendously over the forecast period, owing to rising demand for processed foods and a thriving food and beverage industry. Rapid urbanization has increased disposable income, and rising living standards, particularly in emerging economies such as China and India, are also driving regional growth. However, the rapid rate of urbanization has also increased the preference for convenience foods, accelerating the adoption of encapsulated food ingredients.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Food Encapsulation market include Advanced Bionutrition Corp, Aveka, BASF SE, Blachem Inc, Cargill, Incorporated, Clextral, DSM, DuPont, Encpasys LLC, Firmenich SA, FrieslandCampina, Ingredion, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. IFF, Kerry, Lycored, Sensient Technologies Corporation , Sphera Encapsulation, Symrise, Tastetech and Vitablend.

Key Developments

In Feb 2023, Kerry announces new partnerships to consolidate distribution network in Europe. Kerry has announced details of the consolidation of its distributor network across Europe. The company has chosen Azelis and Caldic as distribution partners for Kerry products to selected customers in the European region.

In November 2022, Cargill announces acquisition of Owensboro Grain Company, Cargill and Owensboro Grain Company, a fifth-generation family-owned soybean processing facility and refinery located in Owensboro, Ky., today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement where Cargill will add Owensboro Grain Company (OGC) to its North American agricultural supply chain business.

In September 2022, BASF and RiKarbon Inc., a U.S.-based technology start-up, announce the signing of a partnership contract to exclusively license and commercialize proprietary technology from RiKarbon.

In May 2021, Kerry has announced it will develop a purpose-built food technology and innovation center of excellence in Queensland, Australia.

In April 2021, BASF SE has agreed with Sandoz GmbH to invest at the Kundl/Schaftenau Campus in Austria. This agreement enables BASF SE to further develop its production footprint for enzymes and biotechnology products.

Methods Covered
• Physical
• Chemical
• Physico Chemical Method
• Other Methods

Core Phases Covered
• Vitamins
• Water-Soluble
• Sweeteners
• Nutritional Lipids
• Organic Acids
• Probiotics
• Prebiotics
• Preservatives
• Colors
• Amino Acids & Peptides
• Flavors & Essence
• Other Core Phases

Shell Materials Covered
• Carbohydrates
• Polysaccharides
• Composites
• Polymers
• Gum
• Hydrocolloids
• Lipids & Waxes
• Melts
• Emulsifiers
• Proteins
• Cellulose

Technologies Covered
• Hybrid Encapsulation
• Macro Encapsulation
• Micro Encapsulation
• Nano Encapsulation
• Other Technologies

Applications Covered
• Color Masking
• Flavor Stabilization
• Oxidation
• Taste Masking
• Other Applications

End Users Covered
• Meat, Poultry and Seafoods
• Dairy Products
• Animal Nutrition
• Beverages
• Confectionery
• Frozen Products
• Dietary Supplements
• Fortified Foods
• Bakery Products
• Function Food Products
• Other End Users

Regions Covered
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances