Chitosan is Gaining Traction in Terms of Eco-Friendliness
& Biodegradability
The market for chitosan is
expanding rapidly as more food additives are being used. One of the key reasons
propelling the chitosan market is the shift in consumer preference toward
natural and organic products. Additionally, because chitosan can be recycled,
the market will benefit from the growing desire for goods that don't harm
people's health or the environment. Chitosan was added to the US EPA's list of
active chemicals that qualify for the minimum risk pesticide exemption in
November 2022. According to the Agency's study of the available data, chitosan
and chitosan salts are not environmentally hazardous and have low toxicity
towards humans. The advantages of adopting eco-friendly items are becoming more
and more widely known. The eco-friendliness and biodegradability of items made
with chitosan are their advantages. As a result, a number of companies are
shifting their preferences away from synthetic components and toward products
based on chitosan. A naturally occurring substance with high bioactivity,
biocompatibility and bioavailability is chitosan. It has been demonstrated that
adding chitosan to traditional medicine significantly boosts its ability to
fight infections. The healthcare sector uses chitosan to treat diseases like
diabetes, cancer, and tuberculosis. It is also used in nutraceuticals and the
agricultural sector to make bio-pesticides, treat seeds, coat leaves, and other
products. Additionally, chitosan is added to foods and beverages as an
antioxidant. The development of treatments for various ailments as a result of
research into the use of chitosan-based goods is expected to drive the chitosan
market over the forecast period.
Increasing Use of Chitosan in Food &
Beverage Leading to Market Growth
As an antioxidant, dietary
fibre and functional component, chitosan is utilised in food.
Additionally, hazardous pesticides that are frequently used to preserve food as
well as non-biodegradable and non-renewable polymers that are used to cover
specific crops, such as fruits and vegetables, can all be replaced with
chitosan. The chitosan market is expected to be driven by rising chitosan and
its derivatives, such as oligosaccharides, in food and beverage applications
throughout the forecast period. American consumers place a high priority on
their health and wellbeing. A product that claims a number of health advantages
supported by research is likely to become more popular. It is a chance for
producers to advertise products with appealing claims that are popular.
Consumers, especially millennials, like claims about clean labels and
transparency. Players in the chitosan market are discovering better opportunities
as a result of the rising demand for personal care products in Germany. The
maximum daily intake of chitosan has been set at 3 g by the Panel on
Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies of the European Food Safety
Authority. Additionally, it is anticipated that sales of the components
utilised in these products will increase dramatically as a result of the rising
demand for natural ingredients in cosmetics and personal care products.
The Chemical Composition of Chitosan is Likely
to be a Challenge
The electrostatic interactions
between polycationic chitosan molecules and negatively charged cell envelopes
are what give chitosan its antibacterial properties. If the positive charge of
chitosan is neutralised, food ingredients such as sodium chloride, proteins,
and carbohydrates have a negative impact on chitosan activity. Chitosan's
ability to inactivate pathogens in food is therefore often restricted to a
reduction of 1-2 log (Colony Forming Units per g), which poses a substantial
obstacle to its use as a general food preservative. Furthermore, it is expected
that the growing vegan population may hamper market expansion throughout the
forecast period.
Chitosan Market Segmentation
The global chitosan market is
segmented on the basis of form, source and end-use.
On the basis of Form:
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Liquid
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Powder
On the basis of Source:
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Shrimp
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Lobster
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Crab
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Others
On the basis of End-Use:
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Food Additive
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Dietary Supplements
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Pharmaceuticals
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Cosmetics
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Others
Market Participants are Aiming to Gain Ground
with Advances in Technology
Axio Biosolutions Pvt Ltd
introduced MaxioCel in 2019, a chitosan-based next-generation dressing for
wound care. Moreover, FrieslandCampina Kievit constructed a unique
corporate entity called Kievit Ventures, it has sped up long-term innovation in
encapsulation technology. To preserve their global presence, companies are equally
concentrating on expanding their manufacturing operations globally. A number of
market participants in the chitosan market are actively investing in
research and development operations in order to create new applications. For
instance, in March 2020, a leading player engaged in chitosan research, Bioavanta-Bosti,
created the Novochizol production technique, which may be utilised to
encapsulate any active medicinal ingredient.
Kraeber & Co GmbH, Golden
Shell Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd, Zhejiang Aoxing Biotechnology Co., Ltd, Tidal
Vision Products Inc., Primex ehf, Kytosan USA, LCC. are some of the well-known
companies that are operating in the global chitosan market.
Chitosan Market is Being Driven by the
Cosmetics & Personal Care Industry
The cosmetics and personal care
industry's expanding use of chitosan is also anticipated to benefit the market.
Chitosan is a moisturiser that keeps the moisture content of the skin
consistent. Chitosan's high molecular weight prevents it from penetrating the
skin, forming a protective barrier instead. In the creation of personal care
goods like skin care, hair care, and dental care products, chitosan is also
utilised as a thickening agent, moisturising agent, emulsifying agent, and
stabilising agent. Lotions, skin creams, shampoos, nail paints and other
products are also made with chitosan. Non-GMO cosmetics ingredients like
chitosan are in great demand due to the growing number of health-conscious
consumers. The need for Non-GMO certified products from companies was inferred
by the trend in the market for cosmetic components globally. When it comes to
parenting, parents are becoming more cautious about the components used in
infant products available in the market, which is why they prefer functional
ingredients that are non-GMO and unmodified. This will provide an opportunity
to the chitosan market to grow in the near future.
The report provides a detailed
overview of the chitosan market insights in regions including North America,
Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Oceania, and the Middle East and Africa.
The country-specific assessment for chitosan market has been offered for all
regional market share, along with forecasts, market scope estimates, price
point assessment, and impact analysis of prominent countries and regions.
Throughout this market research report, Y-o-Y growth and CAGR estimates are
also incorporated for every country and region, to provide a detailed view of
the chitosan market. These Y-o-Y projections on regional and country-level
markets brighten the political, economic and business environment outlook,
which are anticipated to have a substantial impact on the growth of the chitosan
market. Some key country and region included in the chitosan market report as
follows:
North America (U.S., Canada)
Latin America (Mexico, Argentina,
Brazil, Peru, Chile)
Europe (Germany, France, Italy, U.K.,
BENELUX, Nordics, Spain, Poland, Russia, CIS)
Asia Pacific (China, ASEAN, India,
Japan, South Korea)
Oceania (Australia, New Zealand)
Middle East and Africa (South
Africa, GCC Countries, Turkey, Israel, Iran)
The Chitosan Market Research Report Covers
In-depth Analysis on:
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Chitosan market segments
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Chitosan market dynamics
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Chitosan market value and share analysis
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Recent trends, restraints, opportunities in chitosan
market
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Companies & competition involved chitosan
market
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Latest technologies in chitosan market
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Supply chain and value chain chitosan market
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Chitosan market sales and distribution
strategies
Chitosan Market Growth Highlights:
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A comprehensive overview of parent market
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Market dynamics, demand and trends in the
industry
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Current, historical and anticipated market size in
terms of volume
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In-depth market segmentation
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Competition landscape
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Key strategies of leading companies and product
portfolio
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Chitosan industry trends and developments
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Potential and country, regions and segments
exhibiting future growth
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A detailed viewpoint on chitosan market forecast
by countries
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Essential information to enhance market position
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