Many countries are approving allulose to be used in various food and beverages, such as bakery and confectionery products, ice creams, desserts, and ready-to-drink beverages, to reduce the country's calorie intake and promote health and wellbeing. Allulose is a low-intensity sweetener present in trace amounts in figs and raisins. However, it is commercially extracted from corn and sugar beets. Various companies are investing significantly in developing innovative and cost-effective processes for the production of allulose. The governments of various countries such as India and China have approved the utilization of allulose in food and beverages in specified quantities. Allulose differs from other sugars. The human body does not metabolize it in the same manner as table sugar. It has less calories, causes only minor rises in blood glucose or insulin levels, and does not contribute to tooth decay. Given the rising pressure on the industry to cut sugar and calories, the FDA's decision is expected to inspire additional interest in allulose as a sugar alternative.
With the new features and technologies, vendors can attract new customers and expand their footprints in emerging markets. This factor is likely to drive the APAC allulose market. The APAC allulose market is expected to grow at a good CAGR during the forecast period.
APAC Allulose Market Segmentation
APAC allulose market is segmented into type, application, and country. Based on type, the allulose market is segmented into liquid and powder & crystals. The powder & crystals segment accounted for a larger market share in 2020. Based on application, the allulose market is segmented into food & beverages and others. The food & beverages segment is further segregated into bakery & confectionery, dairy & frozen desserts, beverages, and others. In 2020, the food & beverages segment accounted for a larger market share. Based on country, the APAC allulose market is segmented into China, India, Japan, South Korea, and the Rest of APAC.
Apura Ingredients, Inc; CJ CheilJedang; Ingredion Incorporated; Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.; Samyang Corporation; Savanna Ingredients GmbH; and Tate & Lyle PLC are among the leading companies in the APAC allulose market.