ISOMALTO-OLIGOSACCHARIDE MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2024-2031)

Isomalto-oligosaccharide Market Size and Trends

The isomalto-oligosaccharide market is estimated to be valued at USD 80.8 Mn in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 135.9 Mn by 2031, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7% from 2024 to 2031.

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The isomalto-oligosaccharide market is expected to witness substantial growth over the forecast period. The rising awareness about the health benefits of prebiotics and the growing demand for non-digestible and low-calorie sweeteners are expected to drive the demand for isomalto-oligosaccharides. Furthermore, the growing demand for isomalto-oligosaccharides from the food and beverages industry as a sugar substitute and fiber supplement is also expected to support the market growth. Its application in various products such as breakfast cereals, snacks, bakery products, confectionary items, dairy products, etc. is anticipated to provide several lucrative opportunities for the key players in the market during the forecast period.

Increasing Health-conscious Consumers

With rising health awareness, people are increasingly shifting towards high-nutrition prebiotic foods and supplements. Consumers are more informed about the role of gut health in overall wellbeing. Probiotics and prebiotics are gaining massive popularity as people recognize their health benefits. Isomalto-oligosaccharide is a highly effective prebiotic that selectively feeds beneficial bacteria in the gut. It can help maintain a balanced intestinal microbiota and support digestive health. Due to its favorable properties, isomalto-oligosaccharide is being widely used in various food and beverage products. Many new launches in the market emphasize on the prebiotic credentials of isomalto-oligosaccharide. Research has shown positive effects of isomalto-oligosaccharide intake on weight management, boosting immunity, reducing inflammation and lowering risks of various chronic diseases. The market is witnessing various new product introductions touting the prebiotic benefits. Especially in cereal bars, yogurts, juices, and baked goods categories, prebiotic positioning has become crucial. Manufacturers are keen to highlight functional claims to attract increasingly health-savvy buyers. Consumption of prebiotic supplements and fortified foods is growing significantly. The rising demand for immunity-boosting and digestive-health centered products acts as a major driver for isomalto-oligosaccharide market. Its clean label status further reinforces its appeal among modern consumers.

Isomalto-oligosaccharide has been gaining widespread recognition due to its versatile functionality and clean label image. Being a fiber-derived sugar, it can be utilized across diverse food types without affecting the taste or texture. This multi-purpose applicability has opened up new formulation possibilities. Convenient formats like powders, granules, and syrups are giving product developers varied options to enrich foods and enhance nutritional value. The ability to modify rheological properties without being bulky makes isomalto-oligosaccharide very appealing for beverages as well.  Besides traditional dairy and bakery categories, applications are expanding into snacks, nutrition bars, breakfast cereals, medical foods, and clinical nutrition products. Sports supplements are a promising new segment due to its enhanced endurance benefits.