Xylitol Market Scope
Xylitol is a naturally occurring alcohol found in most plant material, including many fruits and vegetables. It is extracted from birch wood to make medicine. Xylitol is widely used as a sugar substitute and in "sugar-free" chewing gums, mints, and other candies. However, sorbitol is the most commonly used sweetener in sugarless gums because it is less expensive than xylitol and easier to make into commercial products.
The global Xylitol market is moderately concentrated. The market is currently in the initial stage of the growth phase and the competition is expected to become less intense by the end of the forecast period. Manufacturers are constantly involved in launching new products. Research Analyst at AMA estimates that United States Vendors will contribute to the maximum growth of Global Xylitol market throughout the predicted period.
Roquette Freres (France), Ingredion (United States), DuPont (United States), Roquette Frères S.A. (France), CSPC Shengxue Glucose (China), Cargill (United States), Xylitol Canada (Canada), A&Z Food Additives Herboveda India (India) and Asiamerica Group, Inc (United States) are some of the key players that are part of study coverage.
About Approach
The research aims to propose a patent-based approach in searching for potential technology partners as a supporting tool for enabling open innovation. The study also proposes a systematic searching process of technology partners as a
preliminary step to select the emerging and key players that are involved in implementing market estimations. While patent analysis is employed to overcome the aforementioned data- and process-related limitations, as expenses occurred in that technology allows us to estimate the market size by evolving segments as target market from total available market.
Segmentation Overview
The study have segmented the market of Global Xylitol market by Type (Normal Grade and Pharma Grade), by Application (Chewing gum, Confectionary, Food, Personal care, Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals) and Region with country level break-up.
On the basis of geography, the market of Xylitol has been segmented into South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Rest of Europe), MEA (Middle East, Africa), North America (United States, Canada, Mexico).
In Mar 2019, The Fazer group has confirmed a €40 million investment in an oat hull xylitol manufacturing facility in Finland aimed at making innovative use of an ingredient used in a number of segments including confectionery.
Market Trend
- Growing Demand from Dental Care Industry
Market Drivers
- Rising Demand for Sugar-based Alcohol Food Products
- Increasing Spending on Gum and Confectionery Product
- Rising Health Concerns Regarding Weight-Related Problems
Opportunities
- Rapid Demand for Xylitol in Health Supplements
- Growth in Demand from Emerging Countries
Restraints
- Stringent Regulations and International Quality Standards for Xylitol
Challenges
- Availability of Substitutes
Key Target Audience
Xylitol Manufacturers, Xylitol Suppliers, Xylitol Importer/Exporter, Regulatory & Government Bodies, Research & Consulting Firms, Industry Associations, End Users, Downstream Vendors and Others