Food Emulsifiers Market Size To Reach $6.15 Billion By 2033

Food Emulsifiers Market Growth & Trends

The global food emulsifiers market size is estimated to reach USD 6.15 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 4.8% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing requirements of nutritional foods, protein-rich products, and ready-to-eat snacks in Asia Pacific is estimated to drive the demand for food ingredients, including emulsifying agents, colorants, enzymes, and sweeteners. Furthermore, the presence of a broad consumer base coupled with the robust growth of the food & beverage sector is another critical driving factor that is likely to boost product consumption.

Lecithin is found in both animal and plant tissues and is utilized as an emulsification ingredient for the preparation of a wide variety of bakery & dairy products. 

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Food Emulsifiers Market Report Highlights

• In terms of product, the mono, di-glycerides & derivatives segment dominated the global market with the largest revenue share of 46.3% in 2025.

• In terms of application, the bakery & confectionery segment accounted for the largest share in 2025, driven by rising demand for premium and indulgent bakery and confectionery products.

• The North America food emulsifier market held the largest global revenue share of 35.4% in 2025, due to the growing trend of clean-label and organic food products is helping the growth of the market in North America.

Food Emulsifiers Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global food emulsifier market based on product, application, and region:

Food Emulsifiers Product Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Mono, Di-Glycerides & Derivatives

• Lecithin

• Stearoyl Lactylates

• Sorbitan Esters

• Others

Food Emulsifiers Application Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Bakery & Confectionery

• Convenience Foods

• Meat Products

• Dairy Products

• Others

Food Emulsifiers Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • UK

  • France

  • Italy

  • Spain

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • India

  • Japan

  • South Korea

  • Australia

  • New Zealand

• Central & South America

  • Brazil

  • Argentina

• Middle East & Africa

  • Saudi Arabia

  • South Africa

  • UAE

List of Key Players in the Food Emulsifiers Market

• Cargill, Incorporated.

• Palsgaard

• Ingredion

• RIKEN VITAMIN CO., LTD.

• Corbion

• ADM

• Kerry Group

• BASF SE

• DuPont