Pectinase Market size was valued at USD 33.6 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to surpass USD 129.5 billion by 2037, registering a CAGR of 11.9% during the forecast timeline i.e. 2025-2037. In 2025, the industry size of pectinase is estimated at USD 37.6 billion.
The pectinase market is significantly growing due to cumulative factors reflecting how consumer preferences, as well as industries, are changing over time. The global trade for food & beverages reflects the strengthening of the economic system while maintaining harmonious relations across nations. For instance, according to the Observatory Economic of Complexity, with a total trade of USD 762 billion in 2022, foodstuffs ranked as the 9th most traded product worldwide. Foodstuff exports increased by 7.77% between 2021 and 2022, from USD 707 billion to USD 762 billion. Food trade accounts for 3.22% of global trade. Amongst this, the U.S. was the top exporter in 2022 with USD 55.1 billion and the importer with USD 97.3 billion.
Due to a trend in increased consumer preference toward natural and lightly processed products, manufacturers are finding that pectinase provides juice yield along with higher clarification without the addition of synthetic fining agents. In addition, the demand for vegan products is rising amongst health-conscious consumers. As per Research Nester, the market for vegan food has grown to a value of 36.9 billion USD worldwide and has expanded in 2024. This indicates that pectinase is at the forefront in responding to increasing demands for good quality natural product consumables. Through efficient waste elimination processes and exploiting continuing advances in biotechnological research focused on improving the performance characteristics of an enzyme in an array of uses.
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2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2037 |
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CAGR |
11.9% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 33.6 billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 129.5 billion |
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Regional Scope |
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End user (Food & Beverages, Textile, Aquaculture, Others)
The food & beverages segment is poised to capture over 48.1% pectinase market share by 2037. This is primarily due to its extensive reliance on enzymatic solutions for enhancing product quality and processing efficiency. Soaring consumer demand for healthy, natural, and high-quality beverages has fueled the demand for pectinase enzymes as a vital tool for food manufacturers seeking to meet high-quality expectations while optimizing yield. For instance, in January 2021, DuPont unveiled DuPont Danisco Pectinase P10, a novel pectinase enzyme product designed especially for fruit juice processing that helps increase yield, reduce processing time, and improve juice quality overall. This composite of factors makes the food and beverages industry a major end user in the larger expanding pectinase market.
Type (Protopectinases, Polygalacturonases, Pectin lyases, Pectinesterase)
Based on type, the protopectinases segment is likely to dominate the pectinase market during the forecast timeline owing to the critical role of protopectinases in the initial steps of pectin degradation in the food processing stages. With more focus on maximized extraction efficiency as well as improvement in product quality, it will be indispensable to break down protopectin into soluble pectin. It will allow the process to occur more smoothly during fruit juice and jam manufacturing applications. In July 2022, The Herbstreith & Fox Corporate Group unveiled a new Pectin Classic AS 519. It is used in the manufacturing of gummy candy. Without losing functionality, they can work with difficult materials like minerals or acids. This enzymatic activity enhances yield and improves the sensory properties of final products.
Our in-depth analysis of the global pectinase market includes the following segments:
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North America Market Statistics
North America in pectinase market is set to capture over 33.2% revenue share by 2037. The region presently experiencing a trend towards the adoption of clean-label and natural food products, mainly due to growing consumer awareness of health and wellness. This shift is making food manufacturers look for pectinase enzymes as effective solutions to enhance the quality and clarity of fruit juices, jams, and sauces without the use of artificial additives. Moreover, the growing importance of sustainability in the food processing industry is encouraging companies to switch to enzymatic processes that will help minimize waste and increase resource efficiency.
In the U.S. pectinase market is experiencing robust growth mainly in the beverages industry owing to the wide applications of the pectinase enzyme due to its properties. For instance, in an enzymatic solution, BCLEAR for beer was introduced by International Flavors & Fragrances. This solution helps breweries maintain beer clarity with a simplified process. The project will increase the demand for pectinase in the global beer and beverage industry as well as in the U.S. beer industry. This increases the demand as manufacturers look to respond to changing consumer needs while keeping high standards for the quality of their products.
In Canada, the pectinase market is expected to grow significantly during the projected timeline. To create safe and effective treatments for Canada, the government is putting its effort into rebuilding the country's biomanufacturing industry. For instance, in October 2023, it was published by the Government of Canada that more than USD 2.1 billion has been spent since March 2020 to restore Canada's capacity for biomanufacturing, medicines, and vaccines. Through the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF), International Trade and Economic Development they further announced a USD 23 million contribution to support Edesa Biotech's USD 61 million project.
Asia Pacific Market Analysis
The Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing pectinase market throughout 2037. This growth is attributable to the growing trend for competing technologies for attaining comparable results to pectinase including chemical treatments, mechanical extraction procedures, and synthetic additives. Some industries may use mechanical extraction techniques, such as pressing or grinding, to remove pulp or juices from fruits without the need for enzymatic treatments. Market expansion has been favorably impacted by ongoing developments in enzyme technology, such as the creation of more economical and effective pectinase products.
China is set to gain a plethora of opportunities in the pectinase market owing to its strategy to expand the applications of the food industry. The trend towards more organic and vegan food is growing in the country, thus propelling the market growth. For instance, in May 2020, Cargill launched the plant-based protein consumer brand PlantEverTM. To satisfy the desire for wholesome, delicious substitute protein sources this plant is installed. Two plant-based goods, a beef substitute, and a chicken substitute nugget, were made available via PlantEverTM. These goods give China consumers the satisfaction of eating delicious meat along with the nutritional value of vegetarian products.
In India, the pectinase market will grow significantly as a result of the surge in demand for fruit flavors and nutraceuticals. Customers' growing inclination to buy organic products is also anticipated to have a positive influence on the trajectory of the global pectinase market. For instance, data released by the government of India states that about 3.6 million MT (2023–24) of certified organic products were produced in India. There were 2,61,029 MT of exports in 2023–2024 for USD 494.80 million. This includes cereals and millets, cotton, pulses, oil seeds, fiber, sugar cane, aromatic and medicinal plants, tea, coffee, fruits, spices, dry fruits, vegetables, processed foods, and more. The production process is not restricted to the edible industry; it also yields functional food items, organic cotton fiber, etc.
The companies in the pectinase market are fostering innovation and development through their efforts and moves. Through investments in pectinase enzymes into various applications, they push the market to evolve and provide consumer-oriented modifications and preferences in products. For instance, in August 2022, a USD 15 million investment was made by Constructive Bio to commercialize synthetic biology research. The action is intended to broaden the company's line of enzyme products, which will enable it to make a significant contribution to the size of the global pectinase market in the years to come.
Here's the list of some key players:
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