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Potassium Alginate Market to Reach USD 2,752.6 Million by 2035, Growing at a Steady CAGR of 4.3%

Published by Wanda Rich

Posted on April 7, 2025

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Asia-Pacific Emerges as the Leading Market for Potassium Alginate with Strong Demand from Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics, states Fact.MR.

According to Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, the global potassium alginate market is expected to be valued at USD 2,097.8 million in 2025 and will expand at a CAGR of 4.3% to reach USD 2,752.6 million by 2035.

The food industry is growing and needs more potassium alginate because of its natural ability to stabilize and form gels. Extracted from brown seaweed, this ingredient is highly sought after because it creates strong gels and stabilizer emulsions without synthetic additives, aligning with consumer demand for clean labels and natural food products. It’s widely used in daily, confectionary, and bakery products to enhance texture retain moisture, and extend shelf life.

It is the most commonly used ingredient in processed and ready-to-eat foods; therefore, quality consistency can be ensured. Due to its importance as a thickener and stabilizer, it is added to salad dressings, sauces, and drinks to prevent settling and ensure that the contents appear smooth. Its use is increasing because people are increasingly following plant-based diets and allergen-free diets because it is vegan-friendly compared to gluten-based stabilizers.

Being compatible with modern food processing techniques, potassium alginate is a low-cost alternative for manufacturers looking for a means of increasing production while remaining compliant with the various regulations. It is destined to play a key role in an increasingly high-tech food sector that values innovation and technology.

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Key Takeaways from the Global Potassium Alginate Market Study:

  • The market is projected to grow at 4.3% CAGR and reach USD 2,752.6 million by 2035.
  • The market created an opportunity of USD 654.8 million between 2025 and 2035.
  • Potassium alginate in the food and beverage industry is estimated to hold 45.5% of the market share by 2025 end

“Global clean-label and plant-based food trends drive exponential growth in potassium alginate demand as a natural stabilizer,” states Fact.MR.

Leading Players Driving Innovation in the Potassium Alginate Market:

Algaia SA; Allforlong Bio-Tech Co., Ltd.; Bright Moon Group Co., Ltd.; Cargill, Incorporated; CP Kelco; DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences; FMC Corporation; Hebei Xinhe Biochemical Co., Ltd.; IRO Alginate Industry Co., Ltd.; JiuLong Seaweed Industry Co., Ltd.; KIMICA Corporation; Lianyungang Huanyu Seaweed; Protan AS; Qingdao Bright Moon Seaweed Group Co., Ltd.; Qingdao Gather Great Ocean Seaweed Industry Co., Ltd.; Qingdao Hyzlin Biology Development Co., Ltd.; Shandong Chuangya Seaweed Co., Ltd.; Shandong Jiejing Group Corporation; SNAP Natural & Alginate Products Pvt. Ltd.; Xi’an Biof Bio-Technology Co., Ltd.; Other Prominent Players.

Market Development

The competitive dynamics in the Potassium Alginate sector are fuelled by R&D and partnerships with market players constantly adapting to shifting client demands. Companies are employing research to provide value-added services with higher quality. Such platforms enable farmers to manage the flavoring processes in real time, optimize the use of Potassium Alginate to achieve maximum production, and realize higher productivity. This enhances client relations and broadens the competitive market by creating unique selling points.

  1. In 2023, the Cargill North America Oilseeds network has expanded its strategic acquisition of Owensboro Grain Company a fifth-generation soybean processing facility based in Kentucky. Cargill processing capacity and have it to better respond to increasing demand in the foods, feed, and renewable fuel market.
  2. In 2024, JRS Group acquired Algaia to enhance its product offerings based on seaweed as demand in the market increased. The acquisition includes Algaia's R&D center and production facilities, thereby boosting JRS's ability to offer sustainable solutions across the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Potassium Alginate Market News:

  1. In November 2024, FMC and AgroSpheres entered into a deal with RNA-based crop protection innovation, collaboration with AgroSperes AgriCell technology, and FMC market expertise to provide sustainable, high-performance solutions for pest control and agricultural resilience.
  2. In March 2022, Cp Kelco nature-based ingredient solution is introducing a new product ingredient portfolio is providing clean label solutions for plant-based burger and sausage alternatives such as KELCOGEL® MA-60 Gellan Gum and NUTRAVA® Citrus Fiber.

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More Valuable Insights on Offer

Fact.MR, in its new offering, presents an unbiased analysis of the global potassium alginate market, presenting historical data for 2020 to 2024 and forecast statistics for 2025 to 2035.

The study reveals essential insights on the basis of the Function (Thickener, Stabilizers, Gelling Agent, Moisture Retention Agents, Film-Forming Agent, and Binding Agent), Form (Powder and Liquid), Grade (Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, & Industrial Grade), Application (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, and Industrial Applications& Agriculture), Distribution Channel (Direct Sales, Pharmaceuticals, Online Platforms & Distributors and Retailers) and Others across major regions of the world (North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, East Asia, South Asia, and Pacific, Middle East & Africa).

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