The global lecithin market was valued at USD 1.15 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 1.59 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period. Lecithin is a multipurpose ingredient that is primarily used as an emulsifier, releasing agent, and instantizing agent. Owing to its multifunctionality, the demand for lecithin is projected to be on the rise, owing to factors such as the growth in the feed industry and increasing application in the bakery products, confectionery products, and convenience food industry. Along with the increasing consumer consciousness for natural ingredients in the cosmetics industry, coupled with emerging applications in paints, inks, leather, and textile, the lecithin market is expected to grow during the forecast period.    

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Soy segment is projected to dominate the lecithin & phospholipids market through the forecast period

Based on source, the soy segment is projected to dominate the lecithin & phospholipids in value terms, through 2023. The easier extraction process of soy-derived ingredients compared to sunflower or egg-derived ingredients, coupled with the wide availability of soy in many countries are the major factors supporting the dominant nature of soy-sourced lecithin. However, there has been a shift in the demand from soy to alternate sources of lecithin such as sunflower and rapeseed owing to GMO concerns over soy lecithin. The sunflower segment in the lecithin market is projected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period while in the phospholipids market, the egg segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2018 to 2023. GMO concerns are the major factor restraining the growth of the lecithin market, globally. Allergy issues associated with soy is a major challenge faced by consumers, impacting the growth of the lecithin market.

Key Players:

• Cargill (US)
• ADM (US)
• Stern Wywiol Gruppe (Germany)
•  DowDuPont (US)
• Bunge (US)

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Geographical Coverage:

In the global lecithin & phospholipids market, Asia Pacific is projected to be the largest region, in terms of value and volume, between 2018 and 2023. This region comprises economies such as China, Japan, South Korea, and India which occupy a significant share of the global lecithin & phospholipids market. An increase in processed and convenience food production and innovations in segments such as meat, dairy, and bakery & confectionery products drives the demand for lecithin in the Asia Pacific region. The processed food market in the Asia Pacific region is currently undergoing a significant transformation in response to rapid urbanization and an increase in the inclination of consumers toward food products with low fat and natural ingredients. These factors are expected to create potential opportunities for lecithin, as it is a natural ingredient with multiple functionalities in food products. Promising markets such as India and Japan, along with other Asian countries hold significant potential for the lecithin market. Asia Pacific offers opportunities to manufacturers and suppliers of lecithin, owing to the cost advantage and high demand in this region.

In the phospholipids market, the growing demand for health ingredients for mental illnesses and the aging population is expected to create opportunities for manufacturers and the end-use industries to expand in this region. Japan and South Korea are projected to be the fastest-growing markets for phospholipids. India is also a major market for phospholipids, with a significant adoption rate for phospholipids-based nutritional and health supplements.