ソルビトール市場レポート：用途、タイプ、原料、地域別、2024～2032年

世界のソルビトール市場規模は2023年に273万トンに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、市場は2032年までに301万トンに達し、2024～2032年にかけて1%の成長率（CAGR）を示すと予測しています。高級衣料品に対する需要の増加、口腔衛生維持の重要性に対する個人の意識の高まり、ポリウレタンフォーム製造における製品利用の拡大は、ソルビトール市場を推進している主要要因の一部です。

グルシトールとしても知られるソルビトールは、白色で無臭の結晶性粉末状の糖アルコールであり、リンゴ、モモ、プラム、ナシ、アンズなどの植物や果物から抽出されます。また、グルコースやコーンシロップから電解還元や水素化処理によって商業的に製造することもできます。一般的に結晶状と液状のものがあり、品質、食感、味を改善し、保存期間を延ばし、乾燥や老化を防ぎ、砂糖の沈殿から効果的に保護するために、砂糖不使用の調理に使用されます。

生地の品質を維持するために高品質の製品を必要とする高級衣料品の需要が増加しているため、界面活性剤の製造におけるソルビトールの使用量が増加しています。これは、世界中で市場の成長を強化しています。さらに、歯磨き粉中の水分の損失を防ぎ、虫歯から保護するために、歯磨き粉の保湿剤としてソルビトールの使用が増加しています。これは、特に幼児の間で虫歯の発生が増加していることと、定期的に口腔衛生を維持することの重要性に関する個人の意識の高まりと相まって、市場にプラスの影響を与えています。さらに、家畜にエネルギー源を提供し、嗜好性を高めて動物の健康を促進するために、動物飼料産業でソルビトールの採用が増加していることも、市場の成長に寄与しています。このほか、接着剤、樹脂、コーティング剤の生産において、可塑剤としてのソルビトールの使用が増加していることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。

ソルビトール市場の動向と促進要因：

飲食品（F&B）産業の著しい成長が市場成長を促進

チョコレート、シェイク、ジャム、ゼリー、アイスクリーム、キャンディー、スムージー、クッキー、パン、ケーキ、ピザ、ビスケットなどの無糖食品や飲食品の調製において、甘味を与え、食感を高め、保存性を向上させるために、増量剤や増粘剤としてソルビトールを使用するケースが増えています。このことは、糖尿病有病率の急増を背景とした低カロリー加工食品と飲食品に対する消費者の嗜好の高まりと相まって、世界の市場成長を後押しする主要要因の一つとなっています。さらに、レストラン、カフェ、ホテル、クイックサービスレストラン（QSR）など、健康志向の消費者に対応するためにソルビトールベースの食品を提供する商業スペースの増加が、市場成長を後押ししています。

製薬業界の拡大がソルビトールの売上にプラスの影響

シロップ、懸濁液、内服液などの液体製剤の賦形剤としてソルビトールの使用が増加しています。ソルビトールはまた、錠剤製剤の結合剤または充填剤として利用され、凝集特性を提供しています。このほか、ソルビトールは細胞、組織、臓器の保存において凍結保護剤として使用され、氷結晶の形成や浸透圧ストレスを減少させることで、凍結融解過程における損傷から生体試料を保護しています。このことは、糖尿病や肥満のような病状の急増による処方薬のニーズの高まりとともに、市場にプラスの影響を与えています。

パーソナルケア製品や化粧品の使用拡大が市場成長を強化

ソルビトールは、保湿剤、シャンプー、コンディショナー、シャワージェル、ボディソープ、リップクリーム、化粧水、美容液、ローション、フェイスマスク、洗顔料、クレンジング、ファンデーションなどのパーソナルケア製品や化粧品の製造に使用されています。これは、個人の身体的意識の高まりに起因しています。肌にうるおいを与え、弾力性を高め、肌の乾燥を防ぎ、肌の柔らかさを保ち、なめらかな外観をもたらします。

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

• 調査目的
• 利害関係者
• データソース
  • 一次情報
  • 二次情報
• 市場推定
  • ボトムアップアプローチ
  • トップダウンアプローチ
• 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

• 概要
• 主要産業動向

第5章 世界のソルビトール産業：市場情勢

• 市場動向
  • 生産能力
  • 消費量
  • 価格
• 輸入・輸出
• COVID-19の影響
• 価格分析
  • 主要価格指標
  • 価格構造
  • 価格動向
• 市場予測
  • 生産能力
  • 消費量
  • 価格推移

第6章 ソルビトール市場内訳：用途別

• 化粧品・トイレタリー
• 飲食品
• 医薬品
• 歯磨き粉末
• 工業用界面活性剤
• その他

第7章 ソルビトール市場内訳：タイプ別

• 液体ソルビトール
• 粉末ソルビトール

第8章 ソルビトール市場内訳：原料別

• トウモロコシ
• 小麦
• キャッサバ
• その他

第9章 世界のソルビトール産業：地域別分析

• 生産能力：地域別
• 生産：地域別
• 消費：地域別
• 主要地域の分析
  • 中国
  • 米国
  • 欧州
  • インドネシア
  • インド

第10章 世界のソルビトール市場バリューチェーン

第11章 ソルビトールの世界市場：マージン分析

• 農業従事者のマージン
• 捕収剤マージン
• 澱粉メーカーのマージン
• ソルビトールメーカーのマージン
• 流通業者のマージン
• 輸出業者マージン

第12章 ソルビトールの世界市場のSWOT分析

• 概要
• 強み
• 弱み
• 機会
• 脅威

第13章 ソルビトールの世界市場ポーターのファイブフォース分析

• 概要
• 買い手の交渉力
• 供給企業の交渉力
• 競合の度合い
• 新規参入業者の脅威
• 代替品の脅威

第14章 競争情勢

• 競合構造
• 市場内訳：主要参入企業別

第15章 ソルビトール市場原料と製造分析

• トウモロコシ
• キャッサバ
• コーンスターチ

第16章 主要参入企業のプロファイル

List of Figures

• Figure 1: Global: Sorbitol Production Capacity (in '000 Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 2: Global: Sorbitol Average Prices (in US$/Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 3: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 4: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Value (in Million US$), 2018-2023
• Figure 5: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume Breakup by Application (in %), 2023
• Figure 6: Global: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Key Producer Countries (in %), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 7: Global: Sorbitol Production Volume Breakup by Key Producer Countries (in %), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 8: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume Breakup by Region (in %), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 9: Global: Sorbitol Production Volume Breakup by Feedstock (in %), 2023
• Figure 10: Global: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Manufacturers (in %)
• Figure 11: Global: Sorbitol Production Capacity Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 12: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 13: Global: Sorbitol Average Prices Forecast (in US$/Metric Ton), 2024-2032
• Figure 14: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Value Forecast (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 15: China: Sorbitol Production Capacity (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 16: China: Sorbitol Production Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 17: China: Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 18: China: Sorbitol Production Breakup by Feedstock (in %), 2023
• Figure 19: China: Corn Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 20: China: Wheat Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 21: China: Corn and Wheat Prices (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 22: China: Sorbitol Production Costs from Various Feedstocks (in US$ Per Mt)
• Figure 23: China: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Manufacturers (in %)
• Figure 24: United States: Sorbitol Production Capacity (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 25: United States: Sorbitol Production Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 26: United States: Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 27: United States: Corn Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 28: United States: Corn Prices (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 29: United States: Sorbitol Production Costs from Corn (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 30: United States: Sorbitol Production Capacity by Manufacturers (in %)
• Figure 31: Western Europe: Sorbitol Production Capacity (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 32: Western Europe: Sorbitol Production Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 33: Western Europe: Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 34: Western Europe: Sorbitol Production Breakup by Feedstock (in %), 2023
• Figure 35: France: Wheat Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 36: France: Corn Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 37: France: Corn & Wheat Prices (in US$ Per Mt). 2018-2023
• Figure 38: France: Sorbitol Production Costs from Corn & Wheat (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 39: Western Europe: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Key Manufacturers (in %)
• Figure 40: Indonesia: Sorbitol Production Capacity (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 41: Indonesia: Sorbitol Production Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 42: Indonesia: Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 43: Indonesia: Sorbitol Production Breakup by Feedstock (in %), 2023
• Figure 44: Indonesia: Cassava Prices (in US$/Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 45: Indonesia: Corn Prices (in US$/Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 46: Indonesia: Corn & Cassava Prices (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 47: Indonesia: Sorbitol Production Costs from Corn & Cassava (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 48: Indonesia: Sorbitol Production Breakup by Key Manufacturers (in %)
• Figure 49: India: Sorbitol Production Capacity (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 50: India: Sorbitol Production Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 51: India: Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Figure 52: India: Sorbitol Production Breakup by Feedstock (in %), 2023
• Figure 53: India: Wheat Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 54: India: Corn Prices (in US$ /Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 55: India: Corn and Wheat Prices (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 56: India: Sorbitol Production Costs from Corn and Wheat (in US$ Per Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 57: India: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Key Manufacturers (in %)
• Figure 58: Global: Sorbitol Application in Cosmetics and Toiletries: Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 59: Global: Sorbitol Application in Cosmetics and Toiletries: Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 60: Global: Sorbitol Application in Food and Beverage: Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 61: Global: Sorbitol Application in Food and Beverage: Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 62: Global: Sorbitol Application in Pharmaceuticals: Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 63: Global: Sorbitol Application in Pharmaceuticals: Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 64: Global: Sorbitol Application in Toothpaste: Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 65: Global: Sorbitol Application in Toothpaste: Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 66: Global: Sorbitol Application in Industrial Surfactants: Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 67: Global: Sorbitol Application in Industrial Surfactants: Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 68: Global: Sorbitol Other Applications: Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 69: Global: Sorbitol Other Applications: Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 70: Global: Liquid Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 71: Global: Liquid Sorbitol Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 72: Global: Powder Sorbitol Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 73: Global: Powder Sorbitol Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 74: Global: Sorbitol (From Corn) Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 75: Global: Sorbitol (From Corn) Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 76: Global: Sorbitol (From Wheat) Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 77: Global: Sorbitol (From Wheat) Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 78: Global: Sorbitol (From Cassava) Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 79: Global: Sorbitol (From Cassava) Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 80: Global: Sorbitol (From Other Feedstocks) Consumption Volume (in '000 Mt), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 81: Global: Sorbitol (From Other Feedstocks) Consumption Volume Forecast (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Figure 82: Sorbitol and By-Product Conversion Rates from Corn, Wheat and Cassava
• Figure 83: Global: Corn Production & Consumption Volume (in Million Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 84: Global: Corn Production by Country (in %), 2023
• Figure 85: Global: Wheat Production & Consumption Volume (in Million Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 86: Global: Wheat Production by Country (in %), 2023
• Figure 87: Global: Cassava Production (in Million Mt), 2018-2023
• Figure 88: Global: Cassava Production by Country (in %), 2023
• Figure 89: Sorbitol Manufacturing Process
• Figure 90: Production of Starch Slurry Using Wheat
• Figure 91: Production of Starch Slurry Using Cassava
• Figure 92: Production of Glucose Syrup from Starch Slurry
• Figure 93: Conversion of Glucose Syrup to Sorbitol
• Figure 94: Interchanging Sorbitol Feedstocks
• Figure 95: Roquette Freres SA: Production Breakup by Product
• Figure 96: Shandong Tianli Pharmaceutical Co Limited: Capacity Breakup by Product (in %)
• Figure 97: Kasyap Sweetners: Production Capacity Breakup by Product (in %)

List of Tables

• Table 1: Global: Sorbitol Production Capacity by Key Producer Countries (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Table 2: Global: Sorbitol Production by Key Producer Countries (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Table 3: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume by Region (in '000 Mt), 2018, 2023 and 2032
• Table 4: Global: Sorbitol Feedstock Statistics (in '000 Mt), 2023
• Table 5: Global: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Manufacturers (in Mt)
• Table 6: Characteristics of Various Polyols
• Table 7: China: Sorbitol Feedstock Statistics (in '000 Mt)
• Table 8: China: Sorbitol Production Capacity Breakup by Manufacturers (in Mt)
• Table 9: United States: Sorbitol Feedstock Statistics (in Mt)
• Table 10: United States: Sorbitol Production Capacity by Manufacturers (in Mt)
• Table 11: Western Europe: Sorbitol Feedstock Statistics (in Mt)
• Table 12: Western Europe: Sorbitol Production Capacity Statistics by Key Producers (in Mt)
• Table 13: Indonesia: Sorbitol Feedstock Statistics (in Mt)
• Table 14: Indonesia: Sorbitol Production Statistics by Key Producers (in Mt)
• Table 15: India: Sorbitol Feedstock Statistics (in Mt)
• Table 16: India: Sorbitol Production Statistics by Key Producers (in Mt)
• Table 17: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume Forecast: Breakup by Application (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Table 18: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume Forecast: Breakup by Type (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Table 19: Global: Sorbitol Consumption Volume Forecast: Breakup by Feedstock (in '000 Mt), 2024-2032
• Table 20: Prices of Various Sorbitol By-products

The global sorbitol market size reached 2.73 Million Tons in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 3.01 Million Tons by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1% during 2024-2032. The increasing demand for premium apparel, rising awareness about the importance of maintaining oral hygiene among individuals, and the growing product utilization in the manufacturing of polyurethane foam are some of the major factors propelling the sorbitol market.

Sorbitol, also known as glucitol, is a sugar alcohol in a white and odorless crystalline powder form that is extracted from plants and fruits, such as apples, peaches, plums, pears, and apricots. It can also be produced commercially from glucose and corn syrup by electrolytic reduction or hydrogenation process. It is commonly available in crystalline and liquid variants, which is used in sugar-free culinary preparation to improve their quality, texture, and taste, extend shelf-life, prevent drying and aging, and protect against the precipitation of sugar effectively.

The increasing demand for premium apparel that requires high-quality products to maintain the fabric quality is resulting in the rising use of sorbitol in the production of surfactants. This is strengthening the market growth around the world. Moreover, there is a rise in the usage of sorbitol as a humectant in toothpaste to prevent loss of water in the toothpaste and protect against tooth decay. This, coupled with the growing occurrence of tooth decay, especially among children, and the rising awareness among individuals about the importance of maintaining regular oral hygiene, is influencing the market positively. Furthermore, the increasing adoption of sorbitol in the animal feed industry to provide an energy source for livestock and help enhance palatability and promote animal health is contributing to the market growth. Besides this, the rising use of sorbitol in the production of adhesives, resins, and coatings as a plasticizer agent is propelling the growth of the market.

Sorbitol Market Trends/Drivers:

Significant growth in food and beverage (F&B) industry augmenting market growth

There is an increase in the use of sorbitol as a bulking and thickening agent in the preparation of sugar free food products and beverages, such as chocolate, shakes, jam, jellies, ice cream, candies, smoothies, cookies, bread, cake, pizza, and biscuits, to provide sweetness, enhance texture and improve their shelf life. This, coupled with the rising consumer preferences for low-calorie processed food products and beverages on account of the surging prevalence of diabetes, represents one of the major factors bolstering the market growth around the world. Moreover, the growing number of commercial spaces, including restaurants, cafes, hotels, and quick service restaurants (QSRs), which offer sorbitol-based food products for catering to health conscious consumers are impelling the market growth.

Expansion of pharmaceutical industry positively influencing sales of sorbitol

There is an increase in the use of sorbitol as an excipient in liquid formulations, such as syrups, suspensions, and oral solutions. It is also utilized as a binder or filler in tablet formulations to provide cohesive properties. Besides this, sorbitol is used as a cryoprotectant in the preservation of cells, tissues, and organs to protect biological samples from damage during freezing and thawing processes by reducing ice crystal formation and osmotic stress. This, along with the growing need for prescription drugs due to the surging prevalence of medical conditions like diabetes and obesity, is influencing the market positively.

Growing use of personal care products and cosmetics strengthening market growth

Sorbitol is used in the manufacturing of personal care and cosmetic products, such as moisturizers, shampoos, conditioners, shower gels, body washes, lip balms, toners, serums, lotions, face masks, face wash, cleansers, and foundations. This can be attributed to the rising physical consciousness among individuals. It aids in hydrating the skin, improving its elasticity, preventing skin dryness, maintaining skin softness, and providing a smoother appearance.

Sorbitol Industry Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global sorbitol market report, along with forecasts at the global and regional levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on application, type and feedstock.

Breakup by Application:

Cosmetics and Toiletries

Food and Beverage

Pharmaceuticals

Toothpaste

Industrial Surfactants

Others

Sorbitol finds extensive application in pharmaceuticals

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the sorbitol market based on the application. This includes cosmetics and toiletries, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, industrial surfactants, and others. According to the report, pharmaceuticals represented the largest segment as sorbitol is used as a stabilizer in various tablets and syrups to maintain the stability and integrity of medications. It also helps to improve the taste, mouthfeel, and palatability of the medication, which makes it more appealing and easier to administer. Sorbitol is also utilized in the development of drug delivery systems, such as controlled release formulations. It helps protect sensitive active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) from degradation caused by exposure to oxygen, moisture, or temperature fluctuations. It can also be employed as an ingredient in parenteral formulations, including intravenous solutions and injectable medications. It assists in adjusting tonicity and osmolality, which ensures compatibility with body fluids and minimizes irritation or discomfort at the injection site.

Sorbitol is employed in the food and beverage (F&B) industry to enhance the flavor profile of certain food and beverage products. It can provide a slight sweetness and enhance the taste perception, contributing to the overall sensory experience. It also aids in protecting the food from damage during freezing and thawing processes by reducing ice crystal formation and maintaining the quality of the product.

Breakup by Type:

Liquid Sorbitol

Powder Sorbitol

Liquid sorbitol represents most popular type

A detailed breakup and analysis of the sorbitol market based on the type has also been provided in the report. This includes liquid sorbitol and powder sorbitol. According to the report, liquid sorbitol represented the largest segment. Liquid sorbitol is a clear, viscous liquid used in various applications, including food and beverage products, pharmaceutical formulations, and personal care products. It is used as a sweetener, humectant, and stabilizer in various liquid formulations.

On the other hand, powder sorbitol is obtained by drying the liquid sorbitol to remove the water content. It retains the functional properties of liquid sorbitol and is commonly used in applications, such as powdered food products, dry mixes, tablet formulations, and powdered personal care products. It can be found in various particle sizes and grades to cater to different application requirements.

Breakup by Feedstock:

Corn

Wheat

Cassava

Others

Corn feedstock is widely used in the production of sorbitol

A detailed breakup and analysis of the sorbitol market based on the material has also been provided in the report. This includes corn, wheat, cassava, and others. According to the report, corn represented the largest segment. Corn is a commonly used variant and widely available in the market. Sorbitol derived from corn, also known as sorbitol corn, is obtained by extracting and processing the starch from corn kernels.

Sorbitol derived from wheat as a feedstock is produced by extracting starch from wheat grains and undergoing similar processes of enzymatic or chemical hydrolysis. It is considered a clean label ingredient, as it is derived from a natural source. It aligns with consumer preferences for natural and minimally processed ingredients in food and beverage products.

Sorbitol obtained from cassava or other feedstocks is non-cariogenic, which makes it a suitable alternative to sugar in oral care products. It provides sweetness without contributing to tooth decay and promoting oral health. It retains the functional properties of sorbitol, including its sweetening, humectant, and stabilizing properties. It also aids in improving the taste, texture, and shelf life of various products.

Breakup by Region:

China

United States

Europe

Indonesia

India

China exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest sorbitol market share

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include China, United States, Europe, Indonesia, and India. According to the report, China accounted for the largest market share.

China held the biggest market share due to the increasing health consciousness among people. Moreover, the rising prevalence of diabetes and obesity among individuals in China is catalyzing the demand for sorbitol as it has low glycemic index properties, which makes it suitable for diabetic friendly and weight management products. Besides this, initiatives undertaken by governing authorities of the country to promote the use of low calorie sweeteners like sorbitol and reduce sugar consumption is creating a positive outlook for the market.

Competitive Landscape:

The leading companies in the global sorbitol market are launching bio based variants that are obtained from renewable feedstocks, including agricultural waste, biomass, and other sustainable sources, which reduces dependence on fossil fuel based feedstock. In addition, key players are focusing on clean label requirements on account of the rising demand of consumers for clean labels and natural ingredients. Moreover, the advent of new product formats, such as chewable tablets, gummies, or dissolvable strips, to enhance consumer convenience and improve their overall experience is creating a favorable outlook for the market. Owing to these developments, it is expected that the market will witness new entrants, consolidation of the product portfolio, and increased collaborations for driving healthy competition within the domain.

The report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global sorbitol market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided.

Recent Developments:

In 2021, Archer Daniels Midland Company, a global leader in nutrition and agricultural processing, announced the acquisition of Sojaprotein, a leading European provider of non-GMO soy ingredients in Chicago.

Sunar Misir planned to upscale its installed capacity for its sorbitol and maltitol facility in Turkey by the end of 2019.

In 2021, US-based food processor Cargill, Incorporated acquired the bio-industrial business of the British specialty chemical maker Croda International plc for about USD 1 billion to is continuing its push into biobased chemicals in Asia, Europe, and the Netherlands.

Key Questions Answered in This Report

• 1. What was the size of the global sorbitol market in 2023?
• 2. What is the expected growth rate of the global sorbitol market during 2024-2032?
• 3. What are the key factors driving the global sorbitol market?
• 4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global sorbitol market?
• 5. What is the breakup of the global sorbitol market based on the type?
• 6. What is the breakup of the global sorbitol market based on the application?
• 7. What is the breakup of the global sorbitol market based on the feedstock?
• 8. What are the key regions in the global sorbitol market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

• 2.1 Objectives of the Study
• 2.2 Stakeholders
• 2.3 Data Sources
  • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
  • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
• 2.4 Market Estimation
  • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
  • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
• 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

• 4.1 Overview
• 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Sorbitol Industry: Market Landscape

• 5.1 Market Trends
  • 5.1.1 Production Capacity
  • 5.1.2 Consumption
  • 5.1.3 Prices
• 5.2 Imports/Exports
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Price Analysis
  • 5.4.1 Key Price Indicators
  • 5.4.2 Price Structure
  • 5.4.3 Price Trends
• 5.5 Market Forecast
  • 5.5.1 Production Capacity
  • 5.5.2 Consumption
  • 5.5.3 Prices

6 Sorbitol Market Breakup by Application

• 6.1 Cosmetics and Toiletries
  • 6.1.1 Market Trends
  • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
• 6.2 Food and Beverage
  • 6.2.1 Market Trends
  • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
• 6.3 Pharmaceuticals
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast
• 6.4 Toothpaste
  • 6.4.1 Market Trends
  • 6.4.2 Market Forecast
• 6.5 Industrial Surfactants
  • 6.5.1 Market Trends
  • 6.5.2 Market Forecast
• 6.6 Others
  • 6.6.1 Market Trends
  • 6.6.2 Market Forecast

7 Sorbitol Market Breakup by Type

• 7.1 Liquid Sorbitol
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Powder Sorbitol
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast

8 Sorbitol Market Breakup by Feedstock

• 8.1 Corn
  • 8.1.1 Market Trends
  • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
• 8.2 Wheat
  • 8.2.1 Market Trends
  • 8.2.2 Market Forecast
• 8.3 Cassava
  • 8.3.1 Market Trends
  • 8.3.2 Market Forecast
• 8.4 Others
  • 8.4.1 Market Trends
  • 8.4.2 Market Forecast

9 Global Sorbitol Industry: Regional Analysis

• 9.1 Production Capacity by Region
• 9.2 Production by Region
• 9.3 Consumption by Region
• 9.4 Analysis of Key Regions
  • 9.4.1 China
    • 9.4.1.1 Sorbitol Production Capacity and Production
    • 9.4.1.2 Sorbitol Consumption
    • 9.4.1.3 Sorbitol Production Statistics from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.1.4 Historical and Future Price Trends of Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.1.5 Historical and Future Cost of Manufacturing Sorbitol from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.1.6 Competitive Landscape
  • 9.4.2 United States
    • 9.4.2.1 Sorbitol Production Capacity and Production
    • 9.4.2.2 Sorbitol Consumption
    • 9.4.2.3 Sorbitol Production Statistics from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.2.4 Historical and Future Price Trends of Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.2.5 Historical and Future Cost of Manufacturing Sorbitol from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.2.6 Competitive Landscape
  • 9.4.3 Europe
    • 9.4.3.1 Sorbitol Production Capacity and Production
    • 9.4.3.2 Sorbitol Consumption
    • 9.4.3.3 Sorbitol Production Statistics from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.3.4 Historical and Future Price Trends of Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.3.5 Historical and Future Cost of Manufacturing Sorbitol from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.3.6 Competitive Landscape
  • 9.4.4 Indonesia
    • 9.4.4.1 Sorbitol Production Capacity and Production
    • 9.4.4.2 Sorbitol Consumption
    • 9.4.4.3 Sorbitol Production Statistics from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.4.4 Historical and Future Price Trends of Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.4.5 Historical and Future Cost of Manufacturing Sorbitol from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.4.6 Competitive Landscape
  • 9.4.5 India
    • 9.4.5.1 Sorbitol Production Capacity and Production
    • 9.4.5.2 Sorbitol Consumption
    • 9.4.5.3 Sorbitol Production Statistics from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.5.4 Historical and Future Price Trends of Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.5.5 Historical and Future Cost of Manufacturing Sorbitol from Various Feedstocks
    • 9.4.5.6 Competitive Landscape

10 Global Sorbitol Market: Value Chain

11 Global Sorbitol Market: Margin Analysis

• 11.1 Farmers Margins
• 11.2 Collectors Margins
• 11.3 Starch Manufacturer Margins
• 11.4 Sorbitol Manufacturer Margins
• 11.5 Distributor Margins
• 11.6 Exporters Margins

12 Global Sorbitol Market: SWOT Analysis

• 12.1 Overview
• 12.2 Strengths
• 12.3 Weaknesses
• 12.4 Opportunities
• 12.5 Threats

13 Global Sorbitol Market: Porter's Five Forces Analysis

• 13.1 Overview
• 13.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
• 13.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
• 13.4 Degree of Rivalry
• 13.5 Threat of New Entrants
• 13.6 Threat of Substitutes

14 Competitive Landscape

• 14.1 Competitive Structure
• 14.2 Market Breakup by Key Players

15 Sorbitol Market: Feedstock and Manufacturing Analysis

• 15.1 Corn
  • 15.1.1 Production Trends
  • 15.1.2 Sorbitol Manufacturing from Corn
    • 15.1.2.1 Manufacturing Process
    • 15.1.2.2 Process Flow
    • 15.1.2.3 Mass Balance and Feedstock Requirements
    • 15.1.2.4 Land and Construction Requirements
    • 15.1.2.5 Machinery Requirements
    • 15.1.2.6 Machinery Suppliers
    • 15.1.2.7 Utility Requirements
    • 15.1.2.8 Manpower Requirements
    • 15.1.2.9 Capital Costs
    • 15.1.2.10 Raw Material Costs
    • 15.1.2.11 Final Product and By-Product Prices
    • 15.1.2.12 Total Cost per Ton
• 15.2 Cassava
  • 15.2.1 Production Trends
  • 15.2.2 Sorbitol Manufacturing from Cassava
    • 15.2.2.1 Manufacturing Process
    • 15.2.2.2 Process Flow
    • 15.2.2.3 Mass Balance and Feedstock Requirements
    • 15.2.2.4 Land and Construction Requirements
    • 15.2.2.5 Machinery Requirements
    • 15.2.2.6 Machinery Suppliers
    • 15.2.2.7 Utility Requirements
    • 15.2.2.8 Manpower Requirements
    • 15.2.2.9 Capital Costs
    • 15.2.2.10 Raw Material Costs
    • 15.2.2.11 Final Product and By-Product Prices
    • 15.2.2.12 Total Cost per Ton
• 15.3 Corn Starch
  • 15.3.1 Sorbitol Manufacturing from Corn Starch
    • 15.3.1.1 Manufacturing Process
    • 15.3.1.2 Process Flow
    • 15.3.1.3 Mass Balance and Feedstock Requirements
    • 15.3.1.4 Specifications of Corn Starch and Sorbitol
    • 15.3.1.5 Land and Construction Requirements
    • 15.3.1.6 Machinery Requirements
    • 15.3.1.7 Machinery Suppliers
    • 15.3.1.8 Major Distributors
    • 15.3.1.9 Utility Requirements
    • 15.3.1.10 Manpower Requirements
    • 15.3.1.11 Capital Costs
    • 15.3.1.12 Raw Material Costs
    • 15.3.1.13 Final Product Prices
    • 15.3.1.14 Total Cost per Ton

16 Key Player Profiles