GLUTAMIC ACID MARKET ANALYSIS

Market Challenges And Opportunities

Drivers

Rising awareness about nutritious food

Consumer awareness regarding healthy food is driving the global glutamic acid industry growth. Glutamic acid is used as a food enhancer and it has several health benefits. Also, the general population prefer wholesome foods across the globe which further boosted the demand for glutamic acid. For instance, the sodium salt of glutamic acid named MSG is widely added to soups, canned vegetables, carbohydrate-based snacks, salad dressings, instant noodles, dairy goods, and others. Moreover, the rising consumption of energy drinks and processed and packaged food are the major factors to accelerate the global glutamic acid market growth.

Growing preference for ready-to-drink beverages

The increasing consumption of ready-to-drink beverages & packaged foods among developing economies such as China and India is likely to boost demand for glutamic acid. Moreover, growing preference for healthy eating habits and modifying lifestyle trends among consumers are driving the demand for glutamic acid. In addition, the demand for food products such as bakery goods, carbonated beverages, sweets, and others among the customers is projected to propel the market growth.

Market Restraints

Side effects associated with the excessive consumption of glutamic acid

The excessive consumption of glutamic acid negatively impacts normal health. This may cause swelling of the nose, irritation to the skin, headache, and nausea. Moreover, a high intake of glutamic acid causes allergic reactions, swelling of the throat, burning of the skin, and other health issues. These factors adversely affect the market for glutamic acid. However, the limited consumption of glutamic acid which is  preferred by the physician in supplement foods is likely to overcome the issues regarding negative side effects of glutamic acid.