Stabilizers are used to help prevent degeneration in beverages and also prevent sedimentation by keeping ingredients suspended in the solution. Stabilizers give body to a beverage and viscosity to enhance the flavor.

Inkwood research estimates that the global beverage stabilizers market is estimated to reach sales of XX million Kgs and $2358.67 million by 2027, representing an increase of 3.91% in volume terms and 6.16% in value terms. The base year considered for the market study is 2018, while the forecasted period is between 2019 and 2027.

The global beverage stabilizers market is driven by factors as follows:

• Increasing demand for the food and beverage industry
• Developments in the retail infrastructure
• Consumer goods and beverages increase in demand
• Growing adoption of healthy food and functional beverages
• New technologies boost the beverage industry

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The food and beverage (F&B) industry have experienced healthy growth owing to food & beverage, leisure, and entertainment offerings in shopping malls, etc. As there is an increase in demand for food and beverages, the need of food ingredients such as the beverage stabilizer has also experienced growth. Thus, a rise in the demand for food and beverage has positively impacted the global beverage stabilizer market. The retail industry is proliferating and supported by an increase in the economy, coupled with a high consumption rate of organic products. Also, the surge in the middle-class population with the rise in urbanization has been a factor for the growth of the market, particularly in emerging economies. The rapid expansion of retail infrastructure, especially in emerging economies, has improved the availability of consumer goods and beverages across the globe. This has helped boost the sale of such products and has aided the market growth of these products.

Xanthan gum is the largest as well as the fastest-growing segment amongst the product type. Xanthan gum leads the global beverage stabilizers market by capturing the largest market share of around 28.43% in 2018. Xanthan gum is used as a food thickener. It is used as a component in various food and other products. Other than offering some health benefits, the primary use of xanthan gum is to change the texture of food. According to research, xanthan gum may lower cholesterol levels, when taken in very high doses. Xanthan gum can slow down the growth rate in some forms of cancer. Xanthan gum is used as a replacement for gluten for people who have celiac disease. Gluten-free products have been in high demand globally and are fuelling the demand for xanthan gum.

On the other hand, the global beverage stabilizers market growth is restricted by stringent international quality standards and regulations, changing raw material prices in the industry, and consumers’ demand for clean label products. The prices of raw material have been an area of concern for the food and beverage industry. Often an increase in the prices of food and beverage ingredients, which reduces the profit margin, in turn, hinders the growth of the food and beverages market. Since the demand for beverage stabilizers is dependent on the food and beverage industry, it also takes a hit in terms of demand and profit. Organic & natural ingredients and products free from colorings & artificial preservatives are witnessing rising demand, which is increasing the demand for a clean label for food and beverages. People are more focused on labels, ingredients, and production methods. Further, customers are conscious regarding the intake of ingredients such as botanicals, probiotics, along with basic nutrients.

Report scope of the global beverage stabilizers market covers segmentation analysis of product type and beverage type.

Market by Product Type:

• Gum Arabic
• Carboxymethyl Cellulose
• Xanthan gum
• Carrageenan
• Pectin
• Others

Market by Beverage Type:

• Fruit Drink
• Soft Drink
• Dairy Beverages
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Others

Based on geography, the global beverage stabilizers market has been segmented into four major regions, which are as follows:

• North America: the United States & Canada
• Europe: United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia & Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific: China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, ASEAN countries & the rest of Asia Pacific
• Rest of World: Brazil, Argentina, South Africa, Rest of Latin America, Middle East & Africa

Geographically, Asia Pacific is the largest market with a market share of 34.82% in terms of revenue in 2018. The dominance of Asia Pacific is attributed to the presence of developing countries in the region. A large number of small players dominate the Asia-Pacific market. The soft drinks sector is rapidly expanding in the Chinese market. Soft drinks in China are a convenience drink and are popular among all drinks. It is sold on a large scale in China. In India, the food & beverage sector is trying to promote the demand for gluten-free products xanthan gum over the period with regulatory support. There is abundant availability of raw materials such as guar gum, xanthan gum, etc. New Zealand is one of the new world wine countries, which exports top quality wines across the world.

Europe is the fastest-growing market with a CAGR of 5.28%. Europe is a mature market where the development of the retail market has remained quite steady over the years. This is attributed to the rise in consumption of food and beverages, owing to an increase in expenditure of the people living in the region. The beverage stabilizer market in Europe is primarily driven by high consumption of fast food and alcohol. The retail channels are developed and widespread throughout Europe. France is the largest beverage stabilizer market in the region. The demand for beverage stabilizers has increased with the growth of the food and beverage industry. This has been an essential factor driving the Europe beverage stabilizer market. People participating in sports such as bodybuilding, athletics, football, and weightlifting drive the demand for sports drinks in the United Kingdom. The need for sports nutrition and replenishment has increased owing to the increase in athletic participation in this region. Thus, hydration in athletics has been a key factor for the growth of the sports drink in this region.

The global beverage stabilizers market has been segmented on the basis of product type and beverage type. The product type is further sub-segmented into gum arabic, carrageenan, carboxymethyl cellulose, pectin, xanthan gum, and others. On the other hand, the beverage type is divided into fruit drink, soft drink, dairy beverages, alcoholic beverages, and others.

The market has a number of players, and some of the key players involved in the global beverage stabilizers market are:

• Kerry group plc (Kerry group)
• J.M. Huber corporation
• Palsgaard A/S
• Royal DSM N.V.
• Others

 In May 2019, Ashland launched Aquaflow NMS-460E a new non-ionic synthetic associative thickener. It is designed to provide high shear and stronger viscosity. In October 2018, Palsgaard A/S developed a powdered emulsifier, which is a palm-free product for industrial cakes. Palsgaard® SA 6615 removed palm oil from the powder without damaging the quality of the product as well as solving the challenges.

Key findings of the global beverage stabilizers market are:

• The Asia Pacific leads the global beverage stabilizers market by capturing the largest market share of around 34.82% in 2018.
• Soft drinks sector leads among the beverage type by capturing the largest market share of around 28.20% in 2018.
• Europe beverage stabilizers market is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR of XX% during the forecast period of 2019-2027.
• The new technologies in the industry augmented the growth of the beverage stabilizers market for the forecast period.