De-oiled Lecithin Market Source, Share, and Industry Analysis By Source (Canola, Eggs, Soybean, Sunflower, and Others), By Form (Granules and Powder), By Application (Food (Bakery, Beverages, Confectionery, Dairy, and Others), Animal Feed, and Others), and Regional Forecast till 2032

The global de-oiled lecithin market is growing due to an increasing demand for non-GM, allergen free, and clean label products in the food industry. Lecithin, obtained from soy, sunflower, or rapeseed after removing most of the fatty materials, is used in food industries, medicines, and personal care products due to its emulsifying and stabilizing nature. Its powder form is easy to handle, store, and versatile regarding formulation as compared to liquid lecithin.

Some of the factors responsible for markets growth include Growing awareness of peoples’ health, Changing consumer preference and continuously growing market demand for plant-based products.

• According to the S. Food and Drug Administration, the overall demand for de-oiled lecithin was about 8000 MT in 2022, demanded mainly in the U.S, where it is used for food, nutraceuticals, and industrial uses.

De-oiled Lecithin Market Driver

Health and Wellness Trends

In the current world, many people have become more conscious with the food they eat hence the need to have foods with less pollutants and negative compounds. Hence, de-oiled lecithin, low in fat and cholesterol, floats perfectly in this demand. It works as an emulsifying agent, as well as a stabilizer in different kinds of food products related to nutrition supports. This trend is arising as a factor to the increased use and demand of de-oiled lecithin in the food industry.

• According to the S. Department of Agriculture, indeed, in 2022, about 2,500 tons of de-oiled lecithin was used in the foods industry due to of the perception of clean label and fat reduction.

De-oiled Lecithin Market Restraint

Raw Material Price Volatility May Create Challenges for De-oiled Lecithin Market Growth

The cost of its de-oiled lecithin is in direct proportion to the price of inputs such as soy, sunflower, and rapeseed. These are raw materials that depend on climate change, crop production, and their market demand all over the world. Such fluctuations affect the costs of making lecithin and thus the best possible profit that may be made on it. Therefore, one of the key issues is that pricing volatility in the lecithin market is not yet solved. 

De-oiled Lecithin Market Opportunity

Product Innovation to Offer New Growth Opportunities

The latter is shifting its focus on transparency of labels and natural ingredients among others. This demand is met by developing the non-GMO, clean-label de-oiled lecithin which helps in improving the brand value. These two formulations are quite relevant to the current health and sustainability trends. Consequently, they provide manufacturers with advantage in the dynamic food and nutraceutical market segments.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Rising demand for clean-label, non-GMO, and health-oriented food ingredients., By Major Countries
• Key Technological Developments (Adoption of solvent-free extraction methods like membrane filtration and enzymatic treatments, as well as innovations in spray-drying and granulation techniques, enhancing product purity, functionality, and sustainability)
• Overview: Increasing demand for clean-label, non-GMO emulsifiers in food, pharmaceuticals, and animal nutrition sectors, affecting overall market dynamics

AnalysisBy Source

Based on source analysis, the de-oiled lecithin market is subdivided into canola, eggs, soybean, sunflower, others.

Canola based de-oiled lecithin is rare but gradually finding application due to its low saturated fat and it being non-GMO. It has its use as an ingredient in special food preparations and cosmetics preparations. Due to the complexity of processing and the supply chain, the market is still as a burgeoning market.

Among all the forms of lecithin used in food products, de-oiled lecithin made from soy is the most common one since it is easily available and relatively cheaper. It is rich in phospholipids and has a broad application area as an ingredient in food, for use in feed, as well as for use in the pharmaceutical industry. But due to controversies surrounding GMO foods, consumers have moved their demand towards non-GMO or other sources.

AnalysisBy Form

Based on form analysis, the de-oiled lecithin market is subdivided into granules, powder.

Granular de-oiled lecithin is produced in the form of a coarse crystalline mass and thus it can be easily handled and metered. The former is widely used in foods, feed additives, and drug preparation where matters such as stability and homogeneity are critical. It can also maintain its holding and transporting properties due to it is in granular form and has a reduced risk of caking.

The de-oiled lecithin is light in color and mostly as yellow or beige powder and has better flow and outstanding emulsifying properties and hence is more desirable especially when fine dispersion is needed. This can be seen widely in the food industry for manufacturing of their dry mixes, manufacture of products such as dietary supplements and nutraceuticals. This from of also offers better storage mobility and is perfect for uses that entail high purity together with ease of mixing.

AnalysisBy Application

Based on application analysis, the de-oiled lecithin market is subdivided into food (Bakery, beverages, confectionery, dairy, others), animal feed, others.

The de-oiled lecithin is commonly used in the food industry as an emulsifying agent, stabilizer, and a texturizing agent. It assists in maintaining uniformity in baked products, margarine, chocolates, and beverages. High growth in health consciousness amongst consumers, clean label, non-GMO food and the growing demand for clean ingredients is driving the demand in the foods industry.

In animal feed, de-oiled lecithin has functionalities as an effective natural emulsifier and as a source of phospholipids. It has the effect of improving the nutrient density in the feed formulation for poultry, livestock, and fish farming. It enhances feeding quality nutrient value and animals’ growth and health standards.

Regional Analysis

Based on region, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa.

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The market for de-oiled lecithin in North America is high due to the high value-added application in consumable products such as the food and nutraceutical industries based especially in the U.S. and Canada. The desire for non-GMO and clean label products is a favorable position, considering the rising trend in health-conscious consumers. Further, the supply chain for lecithin procurement and distribution is also strong in this area as well.

When it comes to markets, Europe is very important for both NoVo ship and the industry in general due to it does not allow GMOs and more and more people are becoming intolerant to allergens. Majority of the countries in the region which are the forefront in adopting clean-label and sustainable foods include Germany, France, and the U.K. It also has a higher level of sustainability regarding sourcing of lecithin in the region.

Hence the Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at a fast rate owing to factors such as growing urbanization, increased population with upward social status, and a growing food service sector. APAC specially composes countries like China, India and Japan are also employing increase utilization of de-oiled lecithin in foods and feed sectors. It also has a large manufacturing capacity for lecithin manufacture at relatively low cost.

The global market for de-oiled lecithin is also found in South America, and is expected to see major growth in Brazil and Argentina due to the growth in the processing of food and animal feed industries. Sustainable agriculture and non-GMO sourcing are some of the other areas of focus in the region. However, it is relatively small to that of North America and Europe.

The de-oiled lecithin is experiencing a slow growth in demand in the region due to the increased demand for food and functional foods in the Middle and Africa region. The market is in its growth stage and is majorly targeting animal feed and food and livestock industries. This is driving the growth of the market as the demand for sustainable and clean-label production increases in the region is on a rise.

Key Players Covered

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• ADM (U.S.)
• American Lecithin Company (U.S.)
• AAK AB (Sweden)
• Bunge (U.S.)
• Cargill, Incorporated (U.S.)
• IMCD Group B.V. (Netherlands)
• Stern-Wywiol Gruppe (Germany)
• Louis Dreyfus Company (Netherlands)
• The Scoular Company (U.S.)
• Croda International (U.K.)

Key Industry Developments

• August 2024- In North America, Bunge launched new products that include the de-oiled soybean lecithin in powder and granules as the market base expands its use in beverages, bakery products, snack foods, nutritional supplements, and pet foods.
• August 2022- Louis Dreyfus Company Agricultural Industries LLC established a new soil liquid lecithin plant in a 69-acre land, in Claypool, Indiana where it includes soy processing, biodiesel production, glycerin and lecithin refining, a food grade packaging and a canola oil distribution terminal which makes it a largest in the U.S.