Prebiotic Ingredients Market Size

Global Prebiotic Ingredients Market Overview

Prebiotic Ingredients Market Size was USD 9.2 billion in 2023. The Prebiotic Ingredients market industry is projected to grow from USD 9.7888 Billion in 2024 to USD 14.20297 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.40%, rising during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Growing consumer demand for foods with functional properties and rising health concerns may propel business growth are the key market drivers enhancing market growth.

  Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Prebiotic Ingredients Market Trends

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Over the anticipated time frame, it is anticipated that the prebiotic food and beverage application market will grow by almost 6.5 percent in size. Growing consumer demand for foods with functional properties, such as almonds, fruit juices, and soybeans, as well as rising health concerns, may propel business growth. These are frequently used in beverages like kefir for immune system regulation and cholesterol reduction. Promoting and increasing knowledge of prebiotics as a component of dietary supplements. The two factors above are what primarily propel this market's expansion. The trend for prebiotics in recent years has been to include these components in meals and drinks. The prebiotic ingredients market will be the largest food and beverage segment in 2023 as a result of this. Prebiotic demand will rise due to increased lactose intolerance symptoms like a gastric spasms, flatulence, nausea, and gas diarrhea. Prebiotic ingredients are in high demand in the dietary supplement and food and beverage industries due to growing consumer understanding of prebiotic benefits and increased health awareness.

Prebiotics are used in various applications, including food processing, dietary supplements, and animal feed. As more people became aware of their advantages, many product releases existed in various end-user industries. This has significantly sped up the market under study's expansion. Prebiotics are present in many food compositions, particularly dairy products, to promote the growth of prebiotics and improve their nutritional value. Kefir, milk, low-fat dairy items, and other dairy-based beverages, such as smoothies and yogurt-based dips, particularly those made with Greek yogurt, seemed like good options for prebiotic fortification. This opportunity for additional fortification fuels market demand over the forecast period. Additionally, the food and beverage industries' increased use of high-fiber functional foods and prebiotics is linked to advantages like better digestion, a lowered stress response, better hormonal balance, and a decline in cardiovascular diseases, generating interest on a The lack of product visibility will likely constrain Prebiotics' growth visibility, high costs associated with ingredient research and development, and strict rules for registering and labeling new prebiotic ingredients in the United States and Europe has enhanced the Prebiotic Ingredients market CAGR across the globe in the recent years.

Howe, there have been significant advances in treatment innovations to cater to the demand. For instance, there have been several introductions of biomaterial Prebiotic Ingredients implants, another factor driving the growth of the Prebiotic Ingredients market revenue.

Prebiotic Ingredients Market Segment Insights

Prebiotic Ingredients Type Insights

Based on type, the Prebiotic Ingredients market segmentation includes Oligosaccharides, Inulin, Polydextrose, and Others. The Inulin segment held the majority share in 2023, contributing to the Prebiotic Ingredients market revenue. Evidence shows that inulin, a water-soluble fiber in many plants, promotes intestinal health. Fructans are another name for inulin. It's prebiotic, like other fructans, which feeds the beneficial bacteria in your intestine. A series of fructose molecules connected collectively form the sugar fructose. The molecules stick together to prevent the small intestine from being digested, then they waft to the lower intestine, where they feed healthy gut bacteria.

Prebiotic Ingredients Source Insights

Based on the Source, the Prebiotic Ingredients market segmentation includes Roots, Grains, and Vegetables. The Vegetable segment dominated the market in 2023 and is projected to be the faster-growing segment during the forecast period, 2024-2032. Vegetables are rich in flavonoids, prebiotics, and antioxidants, which are substances that lower the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases. Onions contain inulin and FOS, which can improve your immune system and gut health. Onions can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in soups, stews, and main course implants for Prebiotic Ingredients positively impacts the market growth.

Figure 1: Prebiotic Ingredients Market, by Source, 2023 & 2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Prebiotic Ingredients Function Insights

The Prebiotic Ingredients market data has been bifurcated by Function into Gut, Bone, Immunity, Heart, and Weight Management. The Gut segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to be the faster-growing segment during the forecast period, 2024-2030. Prebiotics can maintain the health of your digestive system and gut. Bosting "good" bacteria that fight pathogens in your intestinal tract and ease constipation can improve your gut health.

Prebiotic Ingredients Applications Insights

Based on Applications, the Prebiotic Ingredients industry has been segmented into Bakery and Confectionery, Dairy and Frozen Desserts, Dietary Supplements, Sweet and Savory Snacks, Oil and Fats, Beverages, and Others. Beverages held the largest segment share in 2023, Prebiotics have well-known advantages for promoting intestine health. Prebiotics are essential for everything, from reducing pathogens to boosting healthy gut bacteria. New prebiotic uses are constantly being developed as prebiotic research progresses, giving consumers more choices for leading healthy lives. Prebiotics are well known for their ability to encourage a healthy intestine. Prebiotics are essential for everything, from reducing pathogens to boosting healthy gut bacteria. Prebiotics are being studied more frequently, and as a result, new applications are being introduced daily, giving consumers more options for a healthy lifestyle. Neo-agar-oligosaccharides, polyphenols, and the effects of human milk oligosaccharides are just a few of the new and emerging prebiotics that are gaining popularity in the market. A recent study discovered that human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) might have positive effects on the immune system and intestine barrier function.

Prebiotic Ingredients Regional Insights

By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World. The North America Prebiotic Ingredients market accounted for USD 4.2136 billion in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a significant CAGR growth during the study period. Consumers’ growing benefit awareness has significantly introduced numerous new products across a wide range of end-user industries. As a result, the market under study has seen a marked acceleration in growth. Prebiotics are used in many food formulations, particularly dairy products, to encourage the growth of probiotics and enhance nutritional value.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: PREBIOTIC INGREDIENTS MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2023 (%)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Europe’s Prebiotic Ingredients market accounts for the second-largest market share. The European market is anticipated to expand due to rising demand for foods fortified with prebiotic ingredients. As a good and healthy alternative to fat and sugar, inulin is extensively used in the food processing industry. Demand for foods and beverages fortified with prebiotics will increase as concerns about diabetes and obesity spread throughout the region. Nearly 14% of adults in Spain between the ages of 20 and 79, according to the International Diabetes Federation, had diabetes in 2021. This was followed by 13% in Portugal, 10% in Germany, 91% in Italy, 97% in Finland, and 86% in France.

Additionally, the region's demand for prebiotic ingredients is being influenced by the rising popularity of functional foods and beverages brought on by the expansion of the health-conscious population. Additionally, to meet industry demand, food ingredient companies create a wide range of novel products and launch functional food products on the market. Further, the Germany Prebiotic Ingredients market held the largest market share, and the UK Prebiotic Ingredients market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.

The Asia-Pacific Prebiotic Ingredients Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. Prebiotic fibers are in high demand because they are either already present in plant-based products intended to replace animal-based diets or can be easily incorporated into them. This trend is increasing as more people adopt a vegan and plant-based diet. Vegans and those following other diets can eat a variety of prebiotic food items. Moreover, China’s Prebiotic Ingredients market held the largest market share, and the India Prebiotic Ingredients market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Prebiotic Ingredients Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Major market players are spending a lot on R&D to increase their product lines, which will help the Prebiotic Ingredients market grow even more. Market participants are also taking various strategic initiatives to grow their worldwide footprint, with key market developments such as new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations. Competitors in the Prebiotic Ingredients industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in an increasingly competitive and rising market environment.

Manufacturing locally to reduce operating costs is one of the primary business strategies manufacturers adopt in the Prebiotic Ingredients industry to benefit clients and expand the market sector. In recent years, the Prebiotic Ingredients industry has provided medicine with some of the most significant benefits. The Prebiotic Ingredients markets major players such as Cargill Incorporated (U.S.), Friesland Campina (The Netherlands), Samyang Genex (Korea), Nexira (France), DuPont (U.S.), Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.), BENEO GmbH (Germany), and others are working on expanding the market demand by investing in research and development activities.

DuPont (US) Often abbreviated as DuPont, the French-American industrialist and chemist Éleuthère Irénée du Pont de Nemours founded the multinational chemical company in 1802. The business began as a significant supplier of gunpowder and later played a significant role in the growth of Delaware. In the 20th century, DuPont produced a variety of polymers, including Vespel, neoprene, nylon, Corian, Teflon, Mylar, Kapton, Kevlar, Zemdrain, M5 fiber, Nomex, Tyvek, Sorona, Corfam, and Lycra. Its scientists also produced a variety of chemicals, most notably Freon (chlorofluorocarbons), for the refrigerant. Additionally, it produced synthetic paints and pigments like ChromaFlair.

Also, Cargill Incorporated (US), to nourish the world safely, ethically, and sustainably, Cargill's 155,000 employees across 70 countries work tirelessly every day. We link customers with ingredients, farmers with markets, and people and animals with the food they require to survive every day. We serve as a trusted partner for customers in the food, agriculture, financial, and industrial sectors in more than 125 countries by fusing our 155 years of experience with new technologies and insights. We are constructing an agricultural future that is more robust and sustainable together.

Tereos Group introduced FOSbeauty as a new prebiotic ingredient specifically designed for skin microbiota.

Royal DSM has announced that two of its probiotic strains have been granted New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) status by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in February 2022. This makes DSM’s partners happy. Lactobacillus rhamnosus 19070-2 and Lactobacillus reuteri 12246-CU of this Dutch health giant show continued investment on gut health solutions.

Archer Daniels Midland Company – a global leader in nutrition and agricultural origination and processing – announced an important addition to its extensive range of products for health and wellness with the purchase of Deerland Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Enzymes based in the US during November 2021.

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences said it will expand production capacity for its prebiotic fiber Litesse® Ultra™ because demand is growing June this year.

For example, MOJU – United Kingdom's functional food & drink company – launched a prebiotic shot in March this year with a blend of prebiotics and plant fibers such as green banana, golden kiwi, baobab and chicory root inulin.

Both Taiyo GmBH, a Germany-based brand of naturally sourced dietary fibers and Asiros, a Danish fruit powder manufacturer, combined their resources to create high-fiber fruit varieties in 2021.

For example, BENEO announced that it is investing over EUR 50 million in expanding its chicory root manufacturing facility in Chile by 2022 in March last year.

Key Companies in the Prebiotic Ingredients market includes

• Cargill Incorporated (U.S.)


• Friesland Campina (The Netherlands)


• Samyang Genex (Korea)


• Nexira (France)


• DuPont (U.S.)


• Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.)


• BENEO GmbH (Germany)

Prebiotic Ingredients Industry Developments

In 2024, Dalston’s Soda Co., a UK soda brand, introduced new functional prebiotic drinks that are termed as 'For your gut'. This product is produced using their own “Prebio blend.” it comes in two flavors: raspberry and tropical.

In 2024, FrieslandCampina’s product, called 2'-fucosyllactose ingredient, was given the green light by the Thai government to be included in infant formulas and young children's products.

In 2024, Health-Ade, a Kombucha maker, launched a prebiotic soda, SunSip, which is intended for those who look for gut-health claims in carbonated drinks indefinitely.

February 2021: For the probiotic technology start-up Evolve Biosystems Inc., Cargill and Manna Tree collaborated and oversaw a funding round. to help infants' health, which will benefit them.

July 2021: To meet the rising demand for more plant-based, well-balanced, and transparent ingredients, the Belgian family-owned natural chicory and pea ingredient specialist Cosucra has received a EUR 10 million investment. The European Investment Bank (EIB), which finances SMMEs to support EU policy goals, the Societe Regionale d'Investissement de Wallonie (SRIW), which finances development projects of companies based in Wallonia, Belgium, and Sofiproteol, a financing company for the Avril Group, which supports development at all stages of the food and agro-industry chain, including prebiotic ingredients, are all contributors to the subordinated loan.

Prebiotic Ingredients Market Segmentation

Prebiotic Ingredients Type Outlook

• Oligosaccharides


• Inulin


• Polydextrose


• Others

Prebiotic Ingredients Source Outlook

• Roots


• Grains


• Vegetables

Prebiotic Ingredients Functions Outlook

• Gut


• Bone


• Immunity


• Heart


• Weight Management

Prebiotic Ingredients Application Outlook

• Bakery and Confectionery


• Dairy and Frozen Desserts


• Dietary Supplements


• Sweet and Savory Snacks


• Oil And Fats


• Beverages


• Others

Prebiotic Ingredients Regional Outlook

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