Carob Bean Gum Market

Global Carob Bean Gum Market Size 

The global carob bean gum market size was valued at USD 278.77 million in 2024, and the global market size is expected to reach USD 350.61 million by 2033 from USD 285.96 million in 2025. The market is growing at a CAGR of 2.58% during the forecast period.

Carob gum is a food additive with natural properties and it is made from carob seeds. The carob tree has pods that include both seeds and pulp. The seeds of the carob tree dry when they are removed. The dehydrated seeds are heated to release their natural oils and become tastier before being crushed into a precipitate known as Carob bean gum (CBG). Carob bean gum occurs as a white to yellow-white precipitate. It is specifically the endosperm of the seed that grows crushed to create Carob bean gum powder. The carob bean gum market recognizes CBG as a thickening and stabilizing ground cocoa powder, but it is lower in fat and calories than cocoa. CBG acts as a water carrier in frozen dairy products, dairy products, and sugary foods. Carob bean gum improves the water retention capacity and stabilizes the freezing and melting properties of food products. It has been found to have applications in the textile industry as a sizing agent that improves bonding characteristics between resin systems. Carob bean gum is gluten-free and is sometimes used in foods to impart a chocolate flavor. Although Carob bean gum does not contain a ton of nutrients, it does contain a substantial amount of dietary fiber that is beneficial to health.

MARKET DRIVERS 

Carob Bean Gum surpasses in the food industry due to its natural properties as a food additive. Commercial-grade foods where flavors and flavor enhancers play a potential role is promoting the growth in the global carob bean gum market. In addition, these additives improve the structures and aromas to improve the nutritional value of the consumables. Additionally, food manufacturers have gradually started to prefer natural and custom enhancers and additives to artificial enhancers, promoting healthy additives on the market and providing opportunities to market participants for Carob bean gum. It has been able to enter the market for carob gum, where it is used as a healthier substitute for cocoa powder in baked goods or desserts. The main growth factor of CBG in recent years is attributed to the substitution of guar gum application in food and beverages.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

However, the carob tree that is the basis of CBG is grown natively in the Mediterranean region. The region during winters damages the carob fruits, which translates into a lower carob yield. The creation of an imbalance between supply and demand due to limited resources may hamper the growth of the global carob bean gum market.

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REGIONAL ANALYSIS

Europe has the largest market share due to the presence of market leaders and the intensive use of Carob bean gum in food products and food processing. The Mediterranean region is the main producer of Carob bean gum, which includes countries such as Italy, Portugal, Spain and Morocco. These countries produce almost 70 to 75% of the world's Carob bean gum. European countries are the main producers and consumers of Carob bean gum, followed by North America. The consumption of carob gum in the United States is high and is due to the food industry followed by the cosmetic industry. The United States, Italy, Spain, Germany, the United Kingdom, and France are the main manufacturers of Carob bean gum products.

Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region due to the increasing adoption rate and increasing demand for natural additives and activators. Carob bean gum consumption is growing faster in Asian countries and is driving sales among end-use industries. Carob bean gum exports to Southeast Asian countries are gaining momentum and the manufacture of Carob bean gum products is expected to face competitiveness. This will drive the global market throughout the forecast period.

KEY PLAYERS IN THE GLOBAL CAROB BEAN GUM MARKET

Kerry Group, Fiberstar Inc., FMC Specialty Chemicals, CP Kelco, TIC Gums Incorporation, Gum Technology Corporation,  G Araouzos and Son, Cargill, LBG Sicilia ingredients, Scalzo Food Industries are some of the notable companies in the global Carob Bean Gum market.

RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE MARKET

• DuPont has announced that it will increase the price of carob gum following a poor carob harvest in the Mediterranean basin this year and extremely low stocks.

MARKET SEGMENTATION

This research report on the global carob bean gum market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on type, end-use, and region.

By Type

• Powder
• Solid

By End Use

• Mining Industry   
• Leather Industry  
• Cosmetic Industry
• Food and Beverages Industry        
• Textile Industry    

By Region

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• Middle East and Africa
• Asia-Pacific