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The global dietary fibers market size was valued at USD 6.83 billion in 2021. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 12.5% from 2022 to 2032. Dietary fiber is obtained from various sources through wet processing, dry processing, chemical, gravimetric, physical, enzymatic and microbial processes. Furthermore, innovations in production processes and great potential for fiber use in a wide range of food products are expected to drive the market demand.

A significant consumer shift from pharmaceuticals to nutraceuticals products and increased investment in the pharmaceutical industry are the factors expected to increase the demand for dietary fiber during the forecast period. Furthermore, by raising consumer awareness of the importance of a healthy diet leading to an active lifestyle by controlling lifestyle diseases such as hypertension, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, among other important benefits drive the market growth.

According to a National Institutes of Health study, more than 60 to 70 million Americans suffer from certain digestive problems. Additionally, adults and children need at least 20 to 30 grams of fiber each day, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. In addition, eating fiber reduces the risk of various diseases such as heart disease, diverticulosis, constipation and diabetes. The above factors are expected to increase the demand for dietary fiber.

Furthermore, easy availability of grains and cereals such as oats, whole grains, rye, corn, popcorn, barley, brown rice, wild rice, buckwheat, triticale, bulgur and sorghum has increased the demand for fiber in the market. Fiber helps humans avoid constipation and maintain a healthy digestive system. People who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are advised to increase and regulate the amount of fiber in their diet. Similarly, this is expected to increase the demand for dietary fiber supplements among people suffering from IBS worldwide.

However, COVID-19 has had a marginal impact on the textile market. Dietary fiber is found in a wide variety of products, including pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and animal feed. Fiber is also used to boost immunity and muscle mass. Therefore, the demand for the dietary fiber products in the market was high during pandemic. Additionally, customers began incorporating fiber into their daily diets, impacting the growth of the overall market.

Raw Material Insights

In the raw material segment, cereals and grains dominated the market, capturing over 46.5% market share in 2021. These fibers reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as coronary artery disease and stroke. Fiber from oats, flaxseeds, beans, and oat bran also help lower levels of low-density lipoproteins, which lowers total blood cholesterol levels. Moreover, beta-glucans, pentoses and arabinoxylans are some of the important soluble fibers found in whole grains such as wheat, rye and barley, while insoluble fibers such as lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose are found in rice, corn and wheat bran. The dietary fiber market is expected to grow due to the increasing demand for beta-glucan as an immune-enhancing agent in the pharmaceutical and dietary supplement industries.

Type Insights

The soluble fiber market has the largest market share in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% during the forecast period. For example, fruits, nuts, vegetables, grains, whole grains, and seeds are sources of soluble type that are safe for animal and human consumption. Additionally, the pectin found in fruits such as pears and apples can help heal heartburn and improve gut health. Dietary fiber from vegetables such as inulin and fructooligosaccharides (FOS) also help regulate intestinal function.

Furthermore, soluble fiber is widely used as a flavour-enhancing ingredient in a variety of foods and beverages, and as a replacement for fat and sugar in many food applications such as baked goods, frozen dairy desserts, and confectionery. Rise in research and development of other soluble fibers such as polydextrose and polydextrose is expected to expand the overall product offering of the market in the coming years.

Application Insights

The food and beverage segment recorded the highest revenue in 2021 at $3,016.7 million. The growth is expected to continue during the forecast period as consumers become more aware of the importance of dietary fiber in their daily diet. The dominance of the food and beverage segment is also attributed to the significant growth of the functional food industry due to the increase in per capita income which has increased the purchasing power of consumers.  Furthermore, pharmaceuticals segment is expected to grow rapidly at a CAGR of 8.9% during the forecast period due to various benefits associated with fiber consumption. These benefits include maintaining intestinal health, lowering cholesterol, and controlling blood sugar levels. Various types of fibers are used in the pharmaceutical sector, including cellulose, hemicellulose, pectin and lignin.

Regional Insights

The Asia Pacific market is expected to register the highest CAGR of 10.2% in revenue from 2022 to 2030. Asia-Pacific led the market, accounting for over 39.0% of global sales in 2021. Countries such as China, Indonesia, and Japan are expected to become major producers of food and beverages in the coming years. Favourable trends in the Asia-Pacific food and beverage industry are estimated to boost the demand for dietary fiber in the forecast year. Consumers, therefore, are looking for nutritious and healthy products, especially in times of COVID-19, when food intake has become a priority for many, while making food-related choices that can contribute to market growth.

Key Companies Insights

The global dietary fiber market is expected to be moderately competitive due to the large number of players across the industry. Due to changing consumer trends, many companies are expanding their product portfolios to gain a competitive edge in the market. Moreover, manufacturers are increasingly engaged in R&D activities related to the products that are used in manufacturing of the dietary fibers. They are also expanding their production capacities to meet growing demand for the dietary fibers from the application industry. For instance, in September 2020, Batory Foods entered into an agreement with BioHarvest Sciences Inc., a developer of patent-protected and proprietary Biofarming technology. Some prominent players in the global dietary fibers market include:

• BENEO
• Lonza
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
• Batory Foods
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Roquette Freres
• PURIS
• Tate & Lyle
• Emsland Group
• Cargill, Incorporated
• Kerry Inc.
• The Green Labs LLC
• Nexira
• Farbest Brands
• RETTENMAIER & SOHNE GmbH + Co KG
• Taiyo International
• AGT Food and Ingredients

Segments

By Raw Material

• Fruits & Vegetables
• Cereals & Grains
• Nuts & Seeds
• Legumes

By Type

• Insoluble
  • Cellulose
  • Hemicelluloses
  • Chitin & Chitosan
  • Lignin
  • Oat Bran
  • Wheat Fiber
  • Others
• Soluble
  • Inulin
  • Pectin
  • Beta-Glucan
  • Corn Fibers
  • Others

By Application

• Food & Beverages
• Pharmaceuticals
• Animal Feed
• Others

By Geography

• North America
  • S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • K.
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
• Asia-Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • ASEAN
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
• MEA
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt