The South Africa acidulants market size is anticipated to expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period, 2021–2028. The growth of the market is attributed to the rising demand for processed food products owing to increasing population and shifting consumer lifestyle.
Acidulants are chemical compounds that can add sour, tart, or acidic flavor to the foods. They differ from acidity regulator as they are food additives, which intend to modify the stability of the food. Acidulants selection depends upon the application of processed food. Acidulants acts as a food preservative that inhibit the growth of the microbes. Moreover, it controls the acidity and pH of the food and beverage as well as regulates the flavor, color and moisture levels in food, such as dairy products, meat, and seafood.
Acidulants helps in countering the sweet taste of sugar and sugar replacers, and also enhances the impact of flavors. These chemical compounds can act as neutralizing agents, and buffering agents or bases. Acidulants possesses the properties, such as flavoring agent, preservatives, chelating agent, buffer, gelling agent, and coagulating agent.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Increasing number of retailers and retail channels led to growing consumer access to process and convenience foods, which is anticipated to drive the market growth.
- Rising demand for confectionery food products is estimated to spur the market expansion in the coming years.
- Increasing utilization of fermentation technology for the production of significant food acidulants is one of the key factors driving the market growth.
- Growing health consciousness is expected to spur the growth of the market.
- Increasing demand for acidulants by the food and beverage industry in South Africa is projected to spur the market growth.
- Acidulants are used as preservatives to extend the shelf life of products, propelling the market growth.
- Disruption in the supply chain distribution of the ingredients is anticipated to hamper the growth of the market during the forecast period.
- Rising technological advancements and investment in R&D activities on acidulants by biotechnological companies are anticipated to create significant market growth opportunities.
Scope of the Report
The report on the South Africa acidulants market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details |
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Report Title |
South Africa Acidulants Market - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
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Base Year |
2020 |
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Historic Data |
2018–2019 |
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Forecast Period |
2021–2028 |
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Segmentation |
Types (Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid, and Others), Applications (Beverages, Dairy & Frozen Products, Bakery, Meat Industry, Confectionery, and Others) |
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Geographical Zone |
South Africa |
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Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
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Key Players Covered in the Report |
Corbion N.V., Archer Daniels Midland Company, Cargill, Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, and Isegen South Africa (Pty) Ltd. |
South Africa Acidulants Market Segment Insights
Citric acid segment is projected to represent a large market share
On the basis of types, the market is divided into citric acid, lactic acid, acetic acid, and others. The citric acid segment is expected to account for a major market share in the coming years due to its increasing use in the food and beverage sector. It is applicable in preparations of jams and jellies. Citric acid can be produce commercially through the fermentation process.