The modern lifestyle of the population has a profound impact on eating habits, with an ever-increasing intake of highly processed meals and fast foods, the negative effects on health are obvious, and thus improper eating habits among the population supports the rise of the lactulose industry. Rising illness awareness and prevalence contribute to the growth of the healthcare sector in the lactulose market. The revenue is predicted to increase due to new developments and high rates of R&D expenditure in the food and beverage industry. The revenue growth of the worldwide lactulose market throughout the projection period. Prebiotic carbohydrates are excellent components of functional diets that promote a healthy gut microbiome. Some of the variables driving the growth of the worldwide Lactulose market include the desire to save costs, growing usage of ever-changing product pricing, and the power of private label brands.
Key Companies in the Lactulose Industry:
1. Abbott
Abbott Laboratories, together with its subsidiaries, discovers, develops, manufactures, and sells health care products worldwide. It operates in four segments: Established Pharmaceutical Products, Diagnostic Products, Nutritional Products, and Medical Devices. Abbott Laboratories was founded in 1888 and is based in North Chicago, Illinois.
2. Morinaga Milk Industry CO., LTD.
Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells various dairy products in Japan and internationally. Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd. was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
3. FRESENIUS KABI
Fresenius Kabi AG, a health care company, specializes in lifesaving medicines and technologies for infusion, transfusion, and clinical nutrition to help critically and chronically ill patients. It also offers various medical devices, including containers, clinical fluids processing equipment, disposables, administration equipment, and more; and products for blood collection and processing. Founded in 1999, headquartered in Hessen, Germany.
4. BIOFAC A/S
Biofac has almost 70 years of manufacturing expertise in supplying natural bulk ingredients to its customers. BIOFAC’s open and friendly corporate culture promoting freethinking and innovation, as well as their focus on establishing long-term close relationships with their customers and suppliers, determine their success as a company. Founded in 1955, headquartered in Denmark.
5. Lactose India Limited
Lactose (India) Ltd is an India based pharmaceutical company. It is principally engaged in the manufacturing and trading of pharmaceutical products. The company offers pharmaceutical products like Lactose monohydrate, Dry granulated, Film and lacquer coated tablets, Disaccharide lactulose, and Liquid dose form products. Manufacturing of lactose monohydrate and other pharmaceutical products generates revenue for the company. The company sells its products in India and also exports the products internationally. Founded in 1991, headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
*Definition- Lactulose is a non-absorbable sugar or prebiotic carbohydrate created by lactose isomerization that promotes the development of beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal system. It is used to treat hepatic encephalopathy, to maintain insulin levels, blood glucose levels, and to cure constipation.
