The Gum Arabic Market size is projected to reach US$ 1,257.87 million by 2031 from US$ 781.80 million in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.1% in 2023–2031. Rising awareness regarding the health benefits of organic gum is likely to remain key Gum Arabic Market trends.
Gum arabic is used in food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and personal care industries. Gum arabic serves as a thickening agent in the production of chewing gums, as a binder in watercolor paints, as an additive in ceramic glazes, and the rolling papers used in cigarettes. Also, gum arabic is the most popular natural emulsifier known globally, owing to its diverse applications. Gum arabic will register enormous growth in the upcoming year due to the global demand for natural products in the food and beverage industries. Consumers have switched to consuming natural food items because of the health benefits that are associated with natural foods. Gum arabic is used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in icing, soft candy, fillings, chewing gum, and other confectionery and to bind the sweeteners and flavorings in soft drinks. Moreover, gum arabic is used in traditional lithography and printing. Gum arabic also provides the ink with excellent adhesion power that aids the permanence of the print. Hence, the diversity in the application of gum arabic is a strong factor driving the growth of the market globally.
Gum arabic, also known as acacia gum, gum sudani, arabic gum, gum acacia, acacia, Indian gum, Senegal gum, and by other names, is a natural gum produced from the sap of the Acacia trees, available in the belt of arid lands in Africa, such as Sudan, Nigeria, and Chad. Gum arabic is extensively used in several application bases in the food & beverages industry. It acts as a binding agent to bind the food ingredients and significantly retain their physical characteristics. The rising application of gum arabic across the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industry provides lucrative opportunity for the major players operating in the Gum arabic market.
Gum arabic is considered to be natural, edible, and generally safe for human consumption. It has been used to treat various diseases improves the patients' digestive systems and appetite. Gum arabic is categorized as a nondigestible dietary fiber. It also exhibits some medicinal benefits, such as reducing dental plaque and healing of wounds, which encourage the application of gum arabic in the pharmaceutical sector, thereby propelling the growth of the global market for gum arabic. Also, gum arabic (acacia Senegal) is a complex polysaccharide indigestible to both humans and animals. Gum arabic is one the most commonly used foaming agents, used not only as a foaming agent but also as an emulsifier, drying agent, and stabilizer in various products. It is a natural plant-based hydrocolloid or plant or tree exudate composed of polysaccharide and Arabinogalactan protein (AGP) fractions. Therefore, growing inclination for natural products in the food and beverage industry, and related medicinal benefits are likely to enhance the market's growth in the forecast period.
Gum Arabic product is obtained from the dried discharges of sticky stems and Acacia Senegal branches. Due to the rising demand for natural ingredients, various manufacturers focus on procuring food ingredients and raw materials that are naturally derived. The expanding scope of gum Arabic in dentistry is anticipated to provide potential opportunities to the market of gum Arabic. It is also a complex polysaccharide with a neutral pH of mixed magnesium, calcium, and potassium, promoting dental re-mineralization. Moreover, it also has some antimicrobial activity, which is further boosting its demand across the dentistry industry. Hence, the growing demand for gum Arabic from dentistry is anticipated to augment the market growth in the forecast period.
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Gum Arabic Market analysis are type, function, and application.
The geographic scope of the Gum Arabic Market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America/South & Central America.
European region comprises several developed and developing economies, such as Germany, France, Italy, UK, and Russia, among others. Transforming lifestyle trends concerning the food and beverage industry has had a noteworthy influence on the gum arabic market in Europe. With increasing health consciousness among consumers, the demand for gum arabic products in the region is expected to to grow over the projected period. The popularity of gum arabic has increased within the region, particularly in Germany, France, and the UK. Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow with the highest CAGR in the coming years.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Gum Arabic Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Gum Arabic Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2023 | US$ 781.80 Million |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 1,257.87 Million |
| Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) | 6.1% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2022 |
| Forecast period | 2023-2031 |
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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The Gum Arabic Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Gum Arabic Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The Gum Arabic Market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. The following is a list of developments in the market:
The “Gum Arabic Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas: