Carotenoids Market Growth, Analysis, and Forecast by 2031
Coverage: Carotenoids Market covers analysis By Type (Astaxanthin, Beta-Carotene, Lutein, Lycopene, and Others), Source (Natural and Synthetic), Formulation (Powder, Beadlet, and Others), Application (Food and Beverages, Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals, Personal Care and Cosmetics, and Others), and Geography
Historic Data: 2021-2023 | Base Year: 2024 | Forecast Period: 2025-2031- Report Date : Mar 2026
- Report Code : TIPRE00003963
- Category : Food and Beverages
- Status : Upcoming
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- No. of Pages : 150
The Carotenoids Market size is expected to reach US$ 2.45 Billion by 2031. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 4.4% during 2025-2031. The rising demand for natural carotenoids is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
Carotenoids Market Analysis
- Due to health benefits, the demand for carotenoids is increasing globally. They play an important role in the treatment of conditions such as cancer, eye disorders, and diabetes.
- The growing importance of carotenoids in preventive healthcare and their beneficial properties, such as antioxidants and others, have contributed to their increasing demand.
- The food, beverage, and cosmetics industries and consumers highly prefer natural and clean-label products. With this, the demand for carotenoids is increasing.
Carotenoids Market Overview
- Carotenoids are beneficial antioxidants that protect people from disease and enhance their immune systems.
- Carotenoids have also been associated with lowering cancer risk, specifically lung cancer.
- There are many types of carotenoids, and they fall into two main classes that differ in molecular structure and in the colors they create. Some of the common carotenoids include alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, lycopene, and zeaxanthin.
- Further, carotenoids are used in food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, personal care and cosmetics, and many other applications. They are used by the food and beverages industry as colorants in various food and drinks.
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- The increasing use of carotenoids in animal feed in order to improve animal health has contributed to the market's expansion.
- Carotenoids are used in animal feed due to their health-promoting properties, including their role as antioxidants to mitigate heat stress and promote animal health.
- The carotenoids are also used in animal feed for pigmentation and overall product quality in the poultry and livestock industries.
Growth of Personal Care and Cosmetics Industry
- Carotenoids stimulate fibroblasts to synthesize collagen and elastin, smoothing deep wrinkles. They also help to increase skin density, elasticity, and firmness.
- Carotenoids repair and regenerate collagen and elastin fibers damaged by UV radiation, thus restoring and improving skin thickness
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- The increasing use of carotenoids and the growth of the cosmetics industry are fuelling the market growth.
- The rising population, increasing disposable income of people, and the growth of e-commerce platforms, etc. factors are fueling the growth of the cosmetics industry. This is positively impacting the carotenoids market growth.
Carotenoids Market Report Segmentation Analysis
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the carotenoids market analysis are deployment type and enterprise size.
- Based on type, the carotenoids market is segmented into astaxanthin, beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene, and others.
- Based on the source, the carotenoids market is segmented into natural and synthetic.
- Based on formulation, the carotenoids market is segmented into powder, beadlet, and others.
- Based on application, the carotenoids market is segmented into food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, personal care and cosmetics, and others.
Carotenoids Market Share Analysis by Geography
- Carotenoids Market Report comprises a detailed analysis of five major geographic regions, which includes current and historical market size and forecasts for 2021 to 2031, covering North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA), and South & Central America.
- Each region is further sub-segmented into respective countries. This report provides analysis and forecasts of 18+ countries, covering carotenoids market dynamics such as drivers, trends, and opportunities that are impacting the markets at the regional level.
- Also, the report covers Porter’s Five Forces analysis, which involves the study of major factors that influence the carotenoids market in these regions.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Carotenoids Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Carotenoids Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
Carotenoids Market Report Scope
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2024 | US$ XX Billion |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 2.45 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2025 - 2031) | 4.4% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2023 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Type
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| Regions and Countries Covered |
North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
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Carotenoids Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics
The Carotenoids Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
- Get the Carotenoids Market top key players overview
The carotenoids market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the carotenoids market are listed below:
- Stauber, a nutraceutical, cosmetic, functional food and beverage, and pet nutrition ingredient supplier, recently announced that it has partnered with Industrial Orgánica to launch the website memoreyez.com, a hub of research and information related to carotenoids and their observed benefits to human health. (Nutraceuticals World/ Company Website/ News/ March 2021)
- Indian company Divi's Nutraceuticals has launched CaroNat, a naturally sourced food ingredient intended for the dark yellow to orange coloration of a variety of foods and beverages, including the dairy industry. (William Reed Ltd/ Company Website/ News/ September 2021)
Carotenoids Market Report Coverage and Deliverables
The “Carotenoids Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
- Carotenoids market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
- Carotenoids market trends, as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
- Detailed Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
- Carotenoids market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
- Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the carotenoids market
- Detailed company profiles
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