Beta-Glucan Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type (Soluble, Insoluble), By Source (Cereals, Mushrooms, Yeast, Others), By Application (Food and Beverages, Cosmetics and Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals, Others), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030

  • Published : Dec 2024
  • Report Code : KSI061613951
  • Pages : 138
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Beta-Glucan Market Size

The beta-glucan market is evaluated at US$535.077 million in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 8.64%, reaching the market size of US$809.763 million by 2030.

Beta-glucan is a type of dietary fiber that offers several benefits in consumption, such as maintaining cholesterol levels and improving heart health. The beta-glucan market is expected to grow significantly due to its associated health benefits, which have led to increased consumption.

The growing prevalence of chronic health issues such as diabetes, cholesterol, and other diseases has further led to an increased demand for health and wellness products, which is also playing a significant role in shaping the beta-glucan market growth. The inclination of consumers toward personal health is also positively impacting the market growth of nutraceutical products, particularly in developed regions such as North America and Europe. The rising participation by the players operating in the market in the form of acquisitions, partnerships, and increased investments in R&D for the launch of new products further shows the potential for market growth. As a result, manufacturers will benefit from lucrative business opportunities.

What are the drivers of the beta-glucan market?

  • Growing awareness about healthcare

One of the primary factors that are playing a major role in boosting the beta-glucan market growth is the constantly rising prevalence of chronic diseases such as CVD, diabetes, and obesity in many parts of the world. According to the World Health Organization, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) kill 41 million people each year, 74% of all deaths globally. Cardiovascular diseases account for most NCD deaths, about 17.9 million deaths annually, followed by cancers with 9.3 million, chronic respiratory diseases accounting for 4.1 million, and diabetes resulting in 2 million deaths. This, in turn, has further propelled the consumption of functional foods and beverages since there are growing concerns regarding personal health.

According to the source, the cereals segment is anticipated to hold a significant market share, which is attributed to the fact that cereals positively impact human health. Meanwhile, mushrooms are expected to grow rapidly. Mushroom-based beta-glucan is anticipated to grow significantly during the next five years owing to its wide applications in cosmetic products.

  • Rising personal care and cosmetics industry

The increasing demand for personal care and cosmetics products worldwide will create a market for beta-glucan. It is a polysaccharide derived from yeast, fungi, seaweed, or oats. It is commonly included in skin care products. This has the benefit of minimizing redness and other signs of sensitive skin. Beta-glucan also offers antioxidant properties. With the growing understanding of the benefits of beta-glucan, its use as an ingredient in the cosmetic industry has been increasing significantly.

The beta-glucan market is segmented into five regions worldwide:

By geography, the beta-glucan market is segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific. The major economies like China, Japan, India, and South Korea dominate the Asia-Pacific region. Some of the fastest-growing emerging economies are from this region, such as ASEAN countries.

The Asia Pacific region is expected to see notable growth in the beta-glucan market. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), India is expected to grow to US$ 20 billion by 2025 with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 25%. This significant growth will result in the considerable application of beta-glucan in this industry segment.

Beta-Glucan Market Segmentation

The beta-glucan market has been segmented based on type, source, and application. Based on type, the market's classification has been done into soluble and insoluble. By source, the market segmentation has been done for cereals, mushrooms, yeast, and others. The market has been segmented by application into food and beverages, cosmetics and personal care, pharmaceuticals, and others.

Product Offerings in the Beta-Glucan Market:

  • PromOat Oat beta-glucan – PromOat Oat beta-glucan is offered by Lantmännen Biorefineries. It is a high-concentration, soluble oat bran fiber containing very few insoluble fibers. PromOat is a natural source of beta-glucan. The oat beta-glucan helps maintain cholesterol, blood glucose, and digestion. PromOat can be available in both conventional and gluten-free products.
  • Oat Beta Glucan- Oat Beta Glucan is offered by Cosciens Bio. It is beneficial for the cholesterol-lowering properties and modulating glucose metabolism. This product can be used in personal care, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals to target metabolic diseases. The company also developed a novel multifunctional water-soluble ingredient consisting of PGX-dried oat beta-glucan loaded (adsorbed) with nano-sized co-enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) deposits.
  • Angel Yeast Beta-glucan- Yeast beta-glucan is known for its functions in immunity enhancement, anti-infection, anti-tumor, etc. It is developed by Angel Yeast from baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) and is widely used in a variety of foods. Beta-glucan from yeast, which has the molecular structure of beta-1,3/1,6-glucan.

Key developments in the Beta-Glucan market:

The major Beta-Glucan market leaders are Kerry Group plc, Ceapro Inc, AngelYeast Co., Ltd., Super Beta-glucan, Merck KGaA, Ohly,  Lantmännen Oats Ab, and Lantmännen Biorefineries, among others. The key market players implement growth strategies such as product launches, mergers, acquisitions, etc., to gain a competitive advantage. For Instance,

  • In September 2024, Neu REFIX Beta glucan received both Rare Pediatric Disease Designation (RPDD) and Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) for the treatment of Duchenne muscular Dystrophy (DMD). It is a made-in-Japan drug. This would help to take the progress in pre-clinical and clinical studies conducted in Japan and India to clinical trials in the USA. The Neu-REFIX Beta 1,3-1,6 glucan is an exo-polysaccharide produced by the N-163 strain of Aureobasidium Pullulans.
  • In August 2024, Nichi BRITE Beta glucan administration resulted in the enhancement of immunity followed by a reduction in biomarkers of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer patients undergoing surgery benefitted from Nichi BRITE Beta Glucan. It works as an onco-nutrition supplement in pancreatic cancer, encouraging clinical results reported by Chikamori Hospital, Japan.

Beta-Glucan Market Scope:

Report Metric Details
Beta-Glucan Market Size in 2025 US$535.077 million
Beta-Glucan Market Size in 2030 US$809.763 million
Growth Rate CAGR of 8.64%
Study Period 2020 to 2030
Historical Data 2020 to 2023
Base Year 2024
Forecast Period 2025 – 2030
Forecast Unit (Value) USD Million
Segmentation
  • Type
  • Source
  • Application
  • Geography
Geographical Segmentation North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific
List of Major Companies in the Beta-Glucan Market
  • Kerry Group plc
  • Ceapro Inc.
  • AngelYeast Co., Ltd.
  • Super Beta-glucan
  • Ohly
Customization Scope Free report customization with purchase

 

The Beta-Glucan Market is segmented and analyzed as below:

  • By Type
    • Soluble
    • Insoluble
  • By Source
    • Cereals
    • Mushrooms
    • Yeast
    • Others
  • By Application
    • Food and Beverages
    • Cosmetics and Personal Care
    • Pharmaceuticals
    • Others
  • By Geography
    • North America
      • USA
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Rest of South America
    • Europe
      • United Kingdom
      • Germany
      • France
      • Italy
      • Spain
      • Rest of Europe
    • Middle East and Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • UAE
      • Rest of the Middle East and Africa
    • Asia Pacific
      • China
      • India
      • Japan
      • South Korea
      • Taiwan
      • Thailand
      • Indonesia
      • Rest of Asia-Pacific

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base and Forecast Years Timeline

1.8. Key benefits for the stakeholders

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY  

2.1. Research Design

2.2. Research Process

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Key Findings

3.2. Analyst View

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.1.1. Growing awareness about health

4.1.2. Rising personal care and cosmetics industry

4.2. Market Restraints

4.2.1. Fluctuation of price for raw materials

4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. The Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. BETA-GLUCAN MARKET BY TYPE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Soluble

5.3. Insoluble

6. BETA-GLUCAN MARKET BY SOURCE

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Cereals

6.3. Mushrooms

6.4. Yeast

6.5. Others

7. BETA-GLUCAN MARKET BY APPLICATION 

7.1. Introduction

7.2. Food and Beverages

7.3. Cosmetics and Personal Care

7.4. Pharmaceuticals

7.5. Others

8. BETA-GLUCAN MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

8.1. Global Overview

8.2. North America

8.2.1. United States

8.2.2. Canada

8.2.3. Mexico

8.3. South America

8.3.1. Brazil

8.3.2. Argentina

8.3.3. Rest of South America

8.4. Europe

8.4.1. United Kingdom

8.4.2. Germany

8.4.3. France

8.4.4. Italy

8.4.5. Spain

8.4.6. Rest of Europe

8.5. Middle East and Africa

8.5.1. Saudi Arabia

8.5.2. United Arab Emirates

8.5.3. Rest of the Middle East and Africa

8.6. Asia-Pacific

8.6.1. China

8.6.2. India

8.6.3. Japan

8.6.4. South Korea

8.6.5. Taiwan

8.6.6. Thailand

8.6.7. Indonesia

8.6.8. Rest of Asia-Pacific

9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

9.2. Market Share Analysis

9.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

9.4. Competitive Dashboard

10. COMPANY PROFILES

10.1. Kerry Group plc

10.2. Ceapro Inc.

10.3. AngelYeast Co., Ltd.

10.4. Super Beta-glucan

10.5. Ohly

10.6. Garuda International, Inc.

10.7. Merck KGaA

10.8. Lantmännen Oats Ab

10.9. Leiber GmbH

10.10. Lantmännen Biorefineries

Kerry Group plc

Ceapro Inc.

AngelYeast Co., Ltd.

Super Beta-glucan

Ohly

Garuda International, Inc.

Merck KGaA

Lantmännen Oats Ab

Leiber GmbH

Lantmännen Biorefineries