Global Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) Industry Market Size Analysis and Forecast, Segmented by Type, Application and Region, 2015–2025
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Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are oligosaccharides that occur naturally in plants such as onion, chicory, garlic, asparagus, banana, artichoke, among many others, which are composed of linear chains of fructose units, linked by beta (2–1) bonds.

Liquid and solid refer to the two properties of Fructooligosaccharide products. Liquid Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) refers to the slightly yellow oil or liquid, while solid Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) is white or slightly yellow amorphous powder. In 2019, these two products accounted for 45.71% and 54.29% of the market respectively.

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are widely used, which can be used as a feed additive in the feed industry. The main effect is to increase the growth rate of bifidobacteria in the animal body, thereby inhibiting harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract to varying degrees. Adding it to baby food, especially dairy products, can also achieve this effect. Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) can also be used in lactic acid bacteria beverages, biscuits, bread, cereals and other foods. The addition of FOS not only improves the nutritional and health value of food but also effectively extends the shelf life of various foods such as ice cream, yogurt, jam, and so on. If the fructooligosaccharide is compatible with liquid special medical foods, it can exert a variety of physiological functions of dietary fiber, such as regulating intestinal function, maintaining large intestine integrity, resistance to transplantation, changing the way of nitrogen excretion, and increasing the absorption of minerals. In addition, fructooligosaccharide is used as a biologically active prebiotic and water-soluble dietary fiber in dietary supplements, which can not only meet the basic physiological functions and metabolic needs of the human body but also promote human health. But in general, FOS is mainly used in food and beverages, and its market share reached 54.58% in 2019.

Market Analysis of FOS Industry in Various Regions

After a period of development, the industry is at a mature stage, with fierce competition and high market concentration. With the continuous upgrading of products and the development of technology and the economy, the market continues to expand. The top three companies are Beneo-Orafti SA, Meiji Food Materia, Ingredion Incorporated with a revenue market share of 21.80%, 19.57% and 8.76% in 2019.

Europe was the largest revenue market with a market share of 28.68% in 2015 and 27.50% in 2019, a decrease of 1.18%. This region has complete medical supporting facilities and advanced science and technology that can provide a good foundation for the manufacture of Fructooligosaccharide products. Secondly, there are a large number of developed countries in Europe, consumers have adequate welfare guarantees, and consumers have extremely strong spending power. At the same time, Europe is a large market for disposable medical electrodes, and people have high requirements for health, which is conducive to the sales of fructooligosaccharides (FOS). Since 2019, the growth rate of major global economies has been in a collective downward trend, so the development of the fructooligosaccharide market may also be slightly affected.

Japan is the third-largest economy in the world, which various laws and regulations are sound, the market order is normal, the credit system is sound, and the infrastructure is well-equipped, providing sufficient conditions for the development of the fructooligosaccharide industry. Japan also has strong consumption power. Many low-end products and raw materials are imported from abroad, and there is a huge demand for fructooligosaccharides. In 2019, the country’s market share was 24.08%, ranking second.

In the FOS industry, North America has a market share of 22.36% in 2019, thanks to the two developed countries in the region the United States and Canada. The United States has always pursued a policy of encouraging consumption, with great market demand for consumer consumption, which has driven the development of the fructooligosaccharide market. In addition, the U.S. market system, laws and regulations, and taxation systems are becoming more and more perfect, giving fructooligosaccharide producers full operational freedom. Among the top 10 economies in the world, the United States has the most complete medical system and the best hospitals in the world, which also contributes to the development of the fructooligosaccharide industry. Canadian advantages like social and political stability, sound legal system, open and transparent policies, high degree of marketization, sustained and stable economic growth, highly educated labor force, abundant natural resources, developed manufacturing and service industries, and complete infrastructure, attracts a large number of manufacturers and provides sufficient conditions for the development of the fructooligosaccharide industry, making Canada a huge market for fructooligosaccharide.

In addition, with the largest middle class in the world, China is expected to become a fast-growing market for the FOS industry.

Health Issues Promote the Increase in Demand in the Downstream Market and Drive the Development of the Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) Industry

The growth of the fructooligosaccharide (FOS) market is driven by the downstream demand market, and its application areas are not limited to functional foods. With the in-depth research and development of FOS, its scope of the application continues to expand. At present, great progress has also been made in the fields of medicine, health care products, and cosmetics. In addition, adding FOS to feed can also increase litter size, increase the weight gain rate and feed conversion rate of weaned animals. New application areas are constantly expanding, which will nurture a huge downstream market and provide a broad space for the sustainable development of the FOS industry.

In addition, more and more regulations around the world allow the use of FOS products, increasing the potential of the consumer market and providing opportunities for the market.

At this stage, due to environmental pollution, people’s improper diet, irregular work and rest, and antibiotic abuse, mankind is facing serious “sub-health” problems. FOS can effectively promote the balance of intestinal flora, help people maintain intestinal health, improve sub-healthy conditions, and play a role in “preventing disease”. With the continuous development of the economy and the continuous improvement of consumer consumption levels, future market demand is expected to maintain sustained growth.

According to our research, the global fructooligosaccharide (FOS) market has a total revenue of 354.62 M USD back in 2015 and increased to 425.51 M USD in 2019. Global economic development, increasing population, and increasing market demand have played a positive role in the expansion of the oligofructose market. We made the prediction that the value of fructooligosaccharide (FOS) markets can be 566.58 M USD by 2025. The CAGR of fructooligosaccharide (FOS) is 4.89% from 2019 to 2025.

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