Guar Gum: A Key Ingredient In Various Manufacturing And Production Processes
In 2021, the global guar gum market was valued at US$ 824.28 million, and it is expected to grow by 7.9% annually between 2022 and 2027 to reach US$ 1.20 billion.
As guar gum is increasingly used in the manufacturing of consumer products due to its multifunctional properties. The growth in the market is being driven by a growing consumer consciousness about healthy foods and an increase in the number of people using it in the manufacturing of various types of products.
A number of industries, including food, oil & gas, and pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, are also using guar gum in their production processes. In addition to reducing friction, it can also act as a binder, thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent.
A Significant Amount Of Guar Gum Is Consumed By The Food Industry
There is tremendous growth in the food industry, therefore inversely affecting the demand for guar gum. Market share for food stabilizers is dominated by the texture function. As a result of these unique texturizing and moderating qualities, guar gum has become an important food stabilizer. Below are some major food industry segments that use Guar Gum to enhance their products.
Bakery & Confectionery Segment
Global sales of guar gum were primarily driven by the bakery & confectionery products segment.
Several confectionery products contain guar gum, including gummy, aerated confections, chewy sweets, and, confectionery jellies, jelly beans, fruit leathers, caramels, fondants, marshmallows pastes, and liquid fillings.
It increases the shelf life and controls and accelerates the setting time.
The main reason why guar gum is so popular in confectionery is the advantages it provides, such as enhanced flavors, reduced hot viscosity, and better gel clarity.
Dairy Product Segment
Guar gum powder is used in dairy products primarily in texture, gumminess & color. It can be found in ice creams, cheese spreads, processed cheeses, preserved flavored milk, pudding, and many other products. It is also widely used as a binder and stabilizer for frozen foods in the food industry to reduce crystal formation.
Beverages and Condiment Segment
There are many uses of Guar gum in the food and beverage market, including sauces and dressings, meat and poultry products, bakery products, confectionery products, beverages, dairy products, and others. The use of small concentrations of this extract offers excellent water-binding, storage, and aesthetic properties in food processing. In addition to improving body and mouth feel, guar gum also extends the shelf life of beverages and condiments.
Among its competitors, guar gum stands out for its versatility, popularity, and chemical properties. Even though there are some substitutes for guar gum, none can compare to its affordability and benefits.
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