- AEP Colloids
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
- Cargill, Incorporated
- CP Kelco
- DuPont (IFF)
- FMC Corporation
- Fuerst Day Lawson
- Givaudan
- Ingredion Incorporated
- Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG
- Kerry Group
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- Nexira
- Tate & Lyle PLC
Hydrocolloids Market
1. Demand from Food & Beverage Sector:
Hydrocolloids like xanthan gum and carrageenan are in high demand for their texturizing, stabilizing, and thickening properties. As the food industry emphasizes clean label and natural additives, hydrocolloids derived from natural sources are seeing robust uptake, especially in dairy, bakery, and convenience foods.
2. Functional Benefits in Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics:
The multifunctional properties of hydrocolloids—such as wound healing, drug delivery, and moisture retention—are expanding their usage in pharma and personal care. As product formulations become more advanced, hydrocolloids offer both efficacy and safety, fostering growth in high-margin segments.