Xylose Market

Global Xylose Market Size (2024 to 2029)

Xylose Market share value in 2024 was 2.17 billion, and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.50 % during the forecast period 2024-2029 to reach USD 2.97 billion by 2029.

Xylose is a monosaccharide of the aldopentose type. The chemical formula for xylose is C5H10O5. It consists of five carbon atoms and an aldehyde as a functional group. Xylose is hemicellulose that, is one main component of biomass. It is sugar that is separated from wood. Hence it is also known as wood sugar. The raw materials used in production are lignocellulosic or hardwood and agricultural raw materials. These substances contain 5-20% or even more of a pentose sugar, that is, xylose and arabinose. As xylose is produced from wood sugar, they are often used as a sweetener. The hydrogenation of xylose results in xylitol. Xylitol consists of many characteristics that make it healthier to consume. Xylose hence can be used as a substitute for regular sugar. Xylose is also used as a diagnostic agent for the diagnosis of malabsorption. D-xylose is the dextrorotary form of xylose. L-xylose is the laevorotary form of xylose. Xylose consists of high fiber content and is hence used in the food and beverage industry. Xylose is naturally found in berries, broccoli, and spinach. In recent years, the usage of xylose is increased in coming years.

The variations in normal sugar prices increase the demand for xylose in upcoming years, creating growth opportunities for the xylose market. Additionally, supply issues by the normal sugar drive the market. Additionally, the demand for xylose is increasing due to the increase in demand by the food and beverage industries. The majority of people are consuming xylose as a dietary supplement. This is due to xylose having nutritional value and benefits over natural sugar. In addition, the rise in awareness among people regarding organic food consumption. The increase in demand for xylose from oral and dental products is creating an opportunity for xylose market growth in the coming years.

Global Xylose Market Drivers:

The increase in the prevalence of diabetic diseases across the world drives the xylose market. This is due to a decrease in physical activities among the population leads to cause obesity. Obesity is also due to the adoption of a sedentary lifestyle. Obesity increases the incidences of chronic diseases like diabetes. For instance, as per International Diabetes Federation, among 20 to 79 years old, 537 million persons have diabetes. Adults with diabetes make up 3 of 4 populations of middle-income and low-income countries. As xylose is produced from wood sugar, it can be used as natural sugar. Hence it is also used as diabetic sugar over conventional sugar. This drives the xylose market growth. This diabetic form of xylose sugar helps in controlling low glycemic index. This also helps to maintain cholesterol levels. Regular sugar consumption causes an increase in insulin levels in the human body. This leads to an increase in demand for xylose as diabetes sugar. This results in driving the market.

The increase in the use of xylose in the food and beverage industry is one of the major driving factors in the market. This is because of the texture and moisture-stabilizing nature of xylose. Additionally, xylose has non-carcinogenic properties. The increase in the use of xylose in chocolates and confectionary products increases the demand for xylose. Xylose is a chemically inert and stable substance; this makes it perfect as it reacts with other materials. Hence due to its wide range of qualities, the demand for xylose is increasing. These are the driving factors for the xylose market.

Global Xylose Market Restraints:

Despite many national authorities such as Food and drug administration and Health Canada have approved the use of xylose as a food additive in the form of a sweetener. The overconsumption of xylose may lead to cause some health issues. Overconsumption may lead to gastrointestinal problems and laxative problems. This is majorly seen in consumers with overconsumption of sugar alcohol that is not properly digested by the gastrointestinal tract. Overconsumption of xylose may lead to diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome. It also may cause nephrolithiasis. Additionally, xylose production is difficult. It causes problems because of seasonal changes. The surrounding atmosphere greatly affects the quality of xylose. This results in price changes in the product. These are the factors that hinder the xylose market growth. 

The variations in normal sugar prices increase the demand for xylose in upcoming years, creating growth opportunities for the xylose market. Additionally, supply issues by the normal sugar drive the market. Additionally, the demand for xylose is increasing due to the increase in demand by the food and beverage industries. The majority of people are consuming xylose as a dietary supplement. This is due to xylose having nutritional value and benefits over natural sugar. In addition, the rise in awareness among people regarding organic food consumption. The increase in demand for xylose from oral and dental products is creating an opportunity for xylose market growth in the coming years.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Xylose Market:

COVID-19 impacted many sectors in the food and beverage industry. COVID-19 led to cause lockdown and many restrictions along with it. These restrictions were to stop the pandemic. COVID-19 disrupted the whole supply chain. This changed the consumption pattern of many manufacturers. Additionally, the pandemic led to changes in investment patterns by forcing many industries to change their planning. This forced many companies to change their policies regarding xylose production. COVID-19 led to cause an increase in awareness among the population. This had a huge impact on the sugar industries. This helped the xylose market to boost during the pandemic. Consumers are becoming more aware of health consciousness. As people with chronic problems such as diabetes, cardiovascular issues, etc, were more susceptible to COVID-19. Hence people were consuming less amount of sugar or diabetic sugar. This increased the demand for xylose, which led to boosting the market growth. Hence, initially, covid-19 impact on the market was negative, but later the market boosted. Overall, the impact of covid-19 on the xylose market was moderate.

REPORT COVERAGE: 

This research report on the Global Xylose Market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on product type, application, & region. 

Global Xylose Market Segmentation - By Product Type:

• L-Xylose
• D-Xylose

Among these, the D-xylose segment dominates the xylose market. The D-xylose segment is expected to show its dominance over the forecasting period. This is due to the fact that D-xylose is used as a diabetic sweetener. The increase in the prevalence of diabetic patients across the world drives segmental growth. The rise in diabetic patients increases the demand for diabetic sweeteners. This leads to an increase in demand for D-xylose. Additionally, it is used as a natural humectant in the cosmetics industry. These are the factors that drive the D-xylose segmental growth. The L-xylose segment is expected to show the fastest growth over the forecasting period.

Global Xylose Market - By Application:

• Food &Beverage
• Animal feed
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Cosmetics and personal care industry
• Others

Among these, the food & beverage segment dominates the xylose market. The Food & Beverage segment is expected to show its dominance over the forecasting period. This is due to an increase in demand for xylose from the food and beverage industry. As xylose is used as a natural sweetener, it is very useful in manufacturing many products in this industry. This also has various benefits apart from its sweetener properties. This also benefits the health of xylose is majorly used in industry. The increase in incidences of obesity, and diabetes, increase the consumer preference towards using natural sugar. This is due to its natural sugar. It maintains the body's sugar level when compared with normal sugar, which boosts the sugar level in the human body. In manufacturing various beverages, it is used as a sweetening agent. These factors drive segmental growth. The cosmetics and personal care industry is expected to show the fastest CAGR growth over the forecasting period. This is due to consumers preferring supplements with low sugar content. Additionally, they are used as humectants to maintain moisture, texture, fragrance, etc.

Global Xylose Market - By Region:

• North America 

• Europe 

• Asia-Pacific 

• South America 

• Middle East & Africa 

The Asia Pacific region is expected to show its dominance in the Xylose market over the forecasting period. This is due to an increase in the prevalence of diabetic patients in emerging countries like India and China. For instance, as per World Health Organization, in India, it is estimated that 77 million adults over the age of 18 have type 2 diabetes and that almost 25 million are prediabetics with an increased risk of developing the disease soon. Additionally, in India, more than half of the population is unknown regarding their diabetic conditions. This leads to an increase in awareness in the population regarding the consumption of natural sweeteners instead of regular sugar. This increases the demand for natural sweeteners like xylose. These factors drive the Asia Pacific region.

The European region is expected to grow significantly over the forecasting period. This is due to an increase in the popularity of packed food. This packaged food contains natural sweeteners such as xylose. Hence increasing the demand for xylose. Additionally, xylose is also used in beverages as a natural sweetener. In addition, the increase in the prevalence of diabetic patients increases the demand for natural sweeteners. This results in an increase in demand for xylose. The North American region is expected to show the fastest growth in the xylose market over the forecasting period. This is due to an increase in demand for processed food. This ultimately increases the demand for xylose. In the North American region, the United States dominates the market. For instance, as per studies conducted, the amount of organic packaged food consumed in the United States in 2021 was 21.26 billion dollars. These are the factors that drive the North American xylose market.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS:

Key market players of global xylose market are ADM (U.S.), Cargill Incorporated (U.S.), Roquette Freres (France), Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.), Tereos Starch & Sweeteners (Brazil), Gulshan Polyols Ltd. (India), Merck GmbH (Germany), SPI Pharma, Inc. (U.K.), Sukhjit Starch & Chemicals Ltd. (India), Dow (U.S.), Gujrat Ambuja Exports Ltd. (India), Jeecon Foods Pvt Ltd. (India).

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET:

On 3rd May 2022, Fazer is upcycling oat hulls generated at its mills to create xylitol, a sugar replacer with 40% fewer calories (2,4 kcal/g), starting its commercial production.