Definition of Market/Industry:
Bio-tech flavors are compounds that are basically produced by using biotech process as a substitute for organic synthesis process. Bio-tech is an emerging field that facilitates the production of healthiest food without the content of chemical compounds. Bio-tech processed foods are claimed to boost immunity and metabolism level of the body and also stimulate the other function of the body. They can be classified into vanilla & vanillin, fruity flavor, microbial produced flavor, and essential oils. Bio-tech flavors find application across food, beverage, and nutraceuticals and available in the form of liquid, powder, spray dry, and paste.
Market Statistics:
The global Bio-tech flavors market is expected to surpass US$ 3,178.0 Mn in terms of value by the end of 2028.
Drivers:
Increasing preferences of consumers for bio-tech based product is predominantly fueling the market growth of the bio-tech flavors. For instance, according to the Coherent Market Insights, in 2015, out of every seven new beverage product launch, one was labeled as natural. Products, which were labeled as biotech witnessed increased sales revenue and leading to manufacturers introducing new product ranges with natural ingredients including flavors in respective markets. Flavor is gaining high popularity among food ingredients market and preference for organic and biotech-based flavors by consumers due to rising health awareness is expected to foster market growth over the forecast period.
Market Opportunities
Increasing demand for vegetarian meat flavor as it is gaining popularity among both non-vegetarian ad vegetarian consumers is expected to offer immense growth opportunity over the forecast period. Vegetarian meat flavors are the best choice for those who do not like red meat. For instance, in September 2018, Cup Noodles has launched new product to its Cup Noodles Very Veggie product line: Soy Sauce Flavor. Soy Sauce is good for consumers’ appetite for savory foods and complements the brand’s existing Chicken, Spicy Chicken and Beef flavors. Hence, the rising demand for vegetarian meat flavor is expected to fuel market growth.
Global Bio-tech flavors Market: Recent Developments
- In April 2021, DSM acquired the Amyris’s flavor and fragrance business. Amyris is one of the leading health and beauty biotech company. With the help of this acquisition DSM aims to expand its product portfolio of Aroma ingredients.
- In May 2021, Lanza Tech and BASF merged together to develop n-octanol to create the fragrance found in perfume and the flavors found in food from industrial waste.
- In August 2020, Nestle launched plant-based Vuna with ‘rich flavour and flaky texture of tuna. The new product is designed to be consumed with dishes such as salads, sandwiches and pizzas.
