Report Code : CVMI2412208 | Published Date : March 3, 2025

The Global Acidity Regulators Market was valued at USD 3.8 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 6.3 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.9%. Acidity regulators, including citric acid, phosphoric acid, and lactic acid, serve as essential food and beverage (F&B) industry additives, ensuring product stability, enhancing flavor, and extending shelf life. The market is experiencing robust growth due to the increasing demand for processed foods, functional beverages, and clean-label products.

Key Market Drivers

  1. Rising Demand for Processed and Packaged Foods
    • More than 70% of packaged food products now contain acidity regulators to maintain pH balance and prevent spoilage.
    • The ready-to-eat (RTE) food sector is a major contributor, experiencing a 15% annual growth rate in emerging markets economies.
  2. Health-Consumer Trends and Clean-Label Products
    • Consumers are shifting towards low-acid options and natural preservatives, which drives the demand for citric and malic acid derived from non-GMO sources.
    • Organic acidity regulators are gaining traction, showing a 20% increase in adoption since their introduction 2022.
  3. Stringent Food Safety Regulations
    • The FDA’s GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status for citric and phosphoric acid, updated in 2024, has strengthened the market confidence.
    • The EU’s strict E-number regulations are driving manufacturers toward natural alternatives.
  4. Innovations in Functional Beverages
    • Energy drinks and fortified juices now represent 30% of acidity regulator usage, fueled by the demand for pH-balanced products formulations.

 

Market Segmentation

By Type

  • Citric Acid (40% market share): It dominates because of its versatility in beverages and confectionery.
  • Phosphoric Acid (XX%): Primarily utilized in carbonated beverages (e.g colas).
  • Lactic Acid (XX%): Gaining popularity in dairy and plant-based products.

 

By Application

  • Beverages (50% share): the largest segment, driven by soft drinks and functionality waters.
  • Dairy and Frozen Foods (XX%): Utilized in yogurt, cheese, and ice cream to adjust pH control.
  • Bakery & Confectionery (XX%): Prolongs the shelf life of cakes and candies.

 

Regional Analysis

  • Asia-Pacific (45% market share): Rapid food and beverage industrialization in China and India drives demand.
  • Europe (XX%): Strict regulations and clean label trends drive innovation.
  • North America (XX%): High consumption of processed foods and the FDA compliance.

 

Competitive Landscape

The market is consolidated, with the top 5 players holding 65% share:

  1. Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) – Leader in natural citric acid production.
  2. Cargill – Invested USD 200M in bio-based acid facilities (2023).
  3. Tate & Lyle – Specializes in low-calorie acidity regulators.
  4. Jungbunzlauer – Dominates European markets with non-GMO products.
  5. Corbion – Focuses on sustainable lactic acid for plant-based foods.

 

Recent Developments

  • 2024: DSM launched fermentation-derived citric acid with 30% lower carbon footprint.
  • 2023: Cargill partnered with PepsiCo to develop clean-label acidulants for beverages.




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Key Players

  • Archer Daniels Midland Company
  • Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG
  • Bartek Ingredients Inc.
  • Cargill Incorporated
  • Tate & Lyle Plc
  • Corbion N.V.
  • F.B.C. Industries Inc.
  • Chemelco International B.V.
  • Kerry Group
  • Univar Solutions Inc.

 

Global Acidity Regulators Market Report

  1. 1. Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report
    1. 1.1 Study Objectives
    2. 1.2 Global Acidity Regulators Market - Overview
    3. 1.3 Reason to Read This Report
    4. 1.4 Methodology and Forecast Analysis
    2. Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report - Preface
    1. 2.1 Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report – Detailed Scope and Definitions
      1. 2.1.1 By Type
      2. 2.1.2 By Application
      3. 2.1.3 By Region
    3. Global Acidity Regulators Market Dynamics
    1. 3.1. Drivers - Macro-Economic Based, Supply Side, and Demand Side Drivers
    2. 3.2. Restraints – By Type, By Application, By Country
    3. 3.3. Opportunities – By Type, By Application, By Country
    4. 3.4. Trends – By Type, By Application, By Country
    5. 3.5. PEST Analysis
    6. 3.6. Porters Five Rule Analysis
    7. 3.7. Company’s Share Analysis (CSA) by Region or By Country
    8. 3.8. Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report – DROTs Impact Analysis
    4. Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report, Historic Data 2019 - 2023 and Forecast Analysis Data 2024 - 2031
    1. 4.1. Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
    2. 4.2. Annual Market Trend Assessment – Year-on-Year (YoY) Growth Analysis (%)
    3. 4.3. Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and 2024 - 2031
    4. 4.4. Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    5. Global Acidity Regulators Market, By Type, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 5.1 Citric Acid
      1. 5.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 5.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 5.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 5.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    2. 5.2 Phosphoric Acid
      1. 5.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 5.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 5.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 5.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    3. 5.3 Acetic Acid
      1. 5.3.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 5.3.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 5.3.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 5.3.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    4. 5.4 Lactic Acid
      1. 5.4.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 5.4.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 5.4.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 5.4.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    5. 5.5 Tartaric Acid
      1. 5.5.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 5.5.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 5.5.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 5.5.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    6. 5.6 Others
      1. 5.6.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 5.6.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 5.6.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 5.6.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    6. Global Acidity Regulators Market, By Application, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 6.1 Food & Beverages
      1. 6.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 6.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 6.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 6.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    2. 6.2 Pharmaceuticals
      1. 6.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 6.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 6.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 6.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    3. 6.3 Cosmetics
      1. 6.3.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 6.3.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 6.3.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 6.3.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    4. 6.4 Industrial Use
      1. 6.4.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 6.4.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 6.4.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 6.4.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    5. 6.5 Others.
      1. 6.5.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 6.5.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 6.5.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 6.5.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    7. Global Acidity Regulators Market Forecast, By Region, 2019 - 2023 and 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 7.1 North America
      1. 7.1.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 7.1.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 7.1.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 7.1.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    2. 7.2 Europe
      1. 7.2.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 7.2.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 7.2.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 7.2.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    3. 7.3 Asia-Pacific
      1. 7.3.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 7.3.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 7.3.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 7.3.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    4. 7.4 Latin America
      1. 7.4.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 7.4.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 7.4.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 7.4.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    5. 7.5 Middle East & Africa
      1. 7.5.1 Market Performance Review & Future Outlook: Assessing 2019 - 2023 and Predicting 2024 - 2031 Trends (USD Millions)
      2. 7.5.2 Annual Market Trend Assessment – Yearly Growth Observation (Y-O-Y)(%)
      3. 7.5.3 Incremental Market Value/Volume Opportunity between 2019 - 2023 and From 2024 to 2031
      4. 7.5.4 Market Shares Analysis in Years - 2019, 2023, 2024 and 2031
    6. 7.6 Global Acidity Regulators Market - Opportunity Analysis Index, By Type, By Application, and Region, 2024 - 2031
    8. North America Acidity Regulators Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 8.1 By Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 8.1.1 Citric Acid
      2. 8.1.2 Phosphoric Acid
      3. 8.1.3 Acetic Acid
      4. 8.1.4 Lactic Acid
      5. 8.1.5 Tartaric Acid
      6. 8.1.6 Others
      8.2 By Application Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 8.2.1 Food & Beverages
      2. 8.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
      3. 8.2.3 Cosmetics
      4. 8.2.4 Industrial Use
      5. 8.2.5 Others.
      8.3 Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 8.3.1 United States
      2. 8.3.2 Canada
      8.4 North America Global Acidity Regulators Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Type, By Application, and Country, 2024 - 2031
      8.5 Regional Trends Analysis
      8.6 North America Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report - Company Profiles
      1. 8.6.1 Company 1 (United States)
      2. 8.6.2 Company 2 (Canada)
      3. 8.6.3 Company 3 (Canada)
    9. Europe Acidity Regulators Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 9.1 By Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 9.1.1 Citric Acid
      2. 9.1.2 Phosphoric Acid
      3. 9.1.3 Acetic Acid
      4. 9.1.4 Lactic Acid
      5. 9.1.5 Tartaric Acid
      6. 9.1.6 Others
      9.2 By Application Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 9.2.1 Food & Beverages
      2. 9.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
      3. 9.2.3 Cosmetics
      4. 9.2.4 Industrial Use
      5. 9.2.5 Others.
      9.3 Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 9.3.1 Germany
      2. 9.3.2 United Kingdom
      3. 9.3.3 France
      4. 9.3.4 Spain
      5. 9.3.5 Italy
      6. 9.3.6 Russia
      7. 9.3.7 Netherlands
      8. 9.3.8 Poland
      9. 9.3.9 Rest of Europe
      9.4 Europe Global Acidity Regulators Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Type, By Application, and Country, 2024 - 2031
      9.5 Regional Trends Analysis
      9.6 Europe Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report - Company Profiles
      1. 9.6.1 Company 1 (Germany)
      2. 9.6.2 Company 2 (United Kingdom)
      3. 9.6.3 Company 3 (United Kingdom)
    10. Asia-Pacific Acidity Regulators Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 10.1 By Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 10.1.1 Citric Acid
      2. 10.1.2 Phosphoric Acid
      3. 10.1.3 Acetic Acid
      4. 10.1.4 Lactic Acid
      5. 10.1.5 Tartaric Acid
      6. 10.1.6 Others
      10.2 By Application Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 10.2.1 Food & Beverages
      2. 10.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
      3. 10.2.3 Cosmetics
      4. 10.2.4 Industrial Use
      5. 10.2.5 Others.
      10.3 Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 10.3.1 China
      2. 10.3.2 Japan
      3. 10.3.3 India
      4. 10.3.4 South Korea
      5. 10.3.5 Australia & NZ
      6. 10.3.6 ASEAN
      7. 10.3.7 Rest of Asia-Pacific
      10.4 Asia-Pacific Global Acidity Regulators Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Type, By Application, and Country, 2024 - 2031
      10.5 Regional Trends Analysis
      10.6 Asia-Pacific Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report - Company Profiles
      1. 10.6.1 Company 1 (China)
      2. 10.6.2 Company 2 (Japan)
      3. 10.6.3 Company 3 (Japan)
    11. Latin America Acidity Regulators Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 11.1 By Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 11.1.1 Citric Acid
      2. 11.1.2 Phosphoric Acid
      3. 11.1.3 Acetic Acid
      4. 11.1.4 Lactic Acid
      5. 11.1.5 Tartaric Acid
      6. 11.1.6 Others
      11.2 By Application Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 11.2.1 Food & Beverages
      2. 11.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
      3. 11.2.3 Cosmetics
      4. 11.2.4 Industrial Use
      5. 11.2.5 Others.
      11.3 Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 11.3.1 Brazil
      2. 11.3.2 Mexico
      3. 11.3.3 Argentina
      4. 11.3.4 Peru
      5. 11.3.5 Colombia
      6. 11.3.6 Rest of Latin America
      11.4 Latin America Global Acidity Regulators Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Type, By Application, and Country, 2024 - 2031
      11.5 Regional Trends Analysis
      11.6 Latin America Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report - Company Profiles
      1. 11.6.1 Company 1 (Brazil)
      2. 11.6.2 Company 2 (Mexico)
      3. 11.6.3 Company 3 (Mexico)
    12. Middle East & Africa Acidity Regulators Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 (Market Value, In USD Mn)
    1. 12.1 By Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 12.1.1 Citric Acid
      2. 12.1.2 Phosphoric Acid
      3. 12.1.3 Acetic Acid
      4. 12.1.4 Lactic Acid
      5. 12.1.5 Tartaric Acid
      6. 12.1.6 Others
      12.2 By Application Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 12.2.1 Food & Beverages
      2. 12.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
      3. 12.2.3 Cosmetics
      4. 12.2.4 Industrial Use
      5. 12.2.5 Others.
      12.3 Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2031 by Market Assessment (USD Mn), Yearly Growth Rate (%), and Market Presence (%)
      1. 12.3.1 Saudi Arabia
      2. 12.3.2 UAE
      3. 12.3.3 South Africa
      4. 12.3.4 Egypt
      5. 12.3.5 Israel
      6. 12.3.6 Rest of Middle East and Africa
      12.4 Middle East & Africa Global Acidity Regulators Market – Opportunity Analysis Index, By Type, By Application, and Country, 2024 - 2031
      12.5 Regional Trends Analysis
      12.6 Middle East & Africa Global Acidity Regulators Market Research Report - Company Profiles
      1. 12.6.1 Company 1 (Saudi Arabia)
      2. 12.6.2 Company 2 (UAE)
      3. 12.6.3 Company 3 (UAE)
    13. Competition Landscape
    1. 13.1 Strategic Dashboard of Top Market Players
      13.2 Company Profiles (Introduction, Financial Assessments, Portfolio of Offerings, Milestones and Achievements, Strategic Initiative, and SWOT Analysis)
      1. 13.2.1 Archer Daniels Midland Company
      2. 13.2.2 Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG
      3. 13.2.3 Bartek Ingredients Inc.
      4. 13.2.4 Cargill Incorporated
      5. 13.2.5 Tate & Lyle Plc
      6. 13.2.6 Corbion N.V.
      7. 13.2.7 F.B.C. Industries Inc.
      8. 13.2.8 Chemelco International B.V.
      9. 13.2.9 Kerry Group
      10. 13.2.10 Univar Solutions Inc.
    14. Data Collection Method and Research Approach
    15. Principal Presumptions and Acronyms