Annatto Food Colors Market Projected to Hit USD 366.4 Million by 2033 as Natural Food Colors Gain Popularity

The annatto food colors market is set to achieve a valuation of approximately $208 million in 2023 and is anticipated to grow to $366.4 million by 2033. This growth, occurring at a CAGR of 5.8%, underscores the increasing preference for natural food colorants in the food and beverage industry. Annatto, derived from the seeds of the achiote tree, is a popular natural colorant used to impart yellow to orange hues in a variety of products.

The market for annatto food colors is significantly driven by the demand for natural food colorants, which constituted 11.5% of the global natural food colors market sales valued at $1.6 billion in 2022. The shift towards natural and plant-based ingredients, influenced by rising health consciousness and dietary preferences such as veganism, is boosting the market. Annatto’s widespread application in dairy, bakery, confectionery, and beverages further propels its demand.

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Several factors contribute to the growing demand for annatto food colors. One of the key drivers is the aesthetic appeal of food, where color plays a crucial role in consumer perception and acceptance. Annatto is extensively used in the dairy industry, notably in cheese and butter, to enhance visual appeal. The ongoing trend towards clean-label products also favors the use of natural colorants like annatto, as consumers increasingly scrutinize ingredient lists for artificial additives.

Additionally, the rising vegan population and the overall shift towards healthier food options are enhancing the adoption of annatto. During the pandemic, health consciousness surged, prompting food manufacturers to incorporate more natural ingredients, including colorants. This trend is expected to continue, providing sustained growth opportunities for the annatto food colors market.

Key Takeaways from Market Report

  • The overall plant-based food colors market is expected to witness annatto food colors market growth at CAGRs of 6.5% and 6.1% in North America and Latin America, respectively, through 2032, while the annatto food colors market is anticipated to grow at a rate of 5.8% and 6% in these regions respectively.
  • The European annatto food colors market is currently pegged at 1200 metric tons by volume and USD 35 mn by value. The demand for annatto food colors is about to grow at 5.9% CAGR between 2022 and 2032 in this region.
  • Although by application, the dairy industry holds command over the highest annatto food colors market share of 21%, the beverages segment is set to expand at a CAGR of 6.2%.
  • In relation to synthetic colors like Azorubine, Allura Red, and others, annatto has lesser stability, which is a major restraining factor for annatto food colors market expansion. Another problem cutting the annatto food colors market adoption trends is the product’s higher cost when compared to its competitors.
  • Growing consumer preference for organic, healthy, and nutritious plant-derived food products is the main driver for sales of annatto food colors across global annatto food colors market.

 “Annatto food color makers are advised to target the health and nutrition markets like dietary supplements industry. Manufacturers should also strive to achieve higher production volumes, to make plant-based food colors more affordable to food processing industries. As the tropical regions where the raw materials are found in abundance are not developed, larger companies would profit significantly by moving manufacturing units to these countries,” says a Future Market Insights analyst.

Recent Developments

  • March 2023: Research released in the journal “Food Science & Nutrition” indicated that annatto food color might assist in decreasing cholesterol levels.
  • June 2023: The Natural Food Colorants Association (NFCA) organizes a yearly meeting in New York City. The conference promises to bring together business leaders to talk about the most recent developments and advancements in the natural food color sector.
  • June 2023: The FDA conducts an open discussion on the security of annatto extract. The discussion is going to give those with interest a chance to submit comments on the use of annatto extract in food items.

Competitive Landscape

Annatto food color producers are majorly focusing on aggressive marketing techniques and cost-cutting procedures in order to make annotta food colors affordable for the food processing industry. These manufacturers also participate in various collaborations with leading food brands around the world to increase the reach of their products.

Major annatto food colors market players are D.D. Williamson & Co. Inc., Sensient Technology Corporation, Chr. Hansen Holding A/S, Kalsec Inc, Fiorio Colori, FMC Corporation, WILD Flavors, Naturex S.A., and a few other regional players.

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Annatto Food Colors Market by Category

By Nature:

  • Organic
  • Conventional

By Application:

  • Bakery & Confectionery Products
  • Beverages
  • Fruit Preparations/ Fillings
  • Dairy Food Products
  • Potatoes, Pasta, and Rice
  • Soups, Sauces, and Dressings
  • Meat, Poultry, Fish, and Eggs
  • Seasonings
  • Others

By Form:

  • Paste
  • Powder

By Type:

  • Oil-soluble Annatto
  • Water-soluble Annatto
  • Emulsified and Solvent-extracted Annatto

By Region:

  • North America (USA, Canada)
  • Latin America (Mexico, Brazil)
  • Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Russia), Middle East & Africa (GCC Countries, Turkey, Northern Africa, South Africa), India
  • Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Oceania (Australia, New Zealand)

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Nikhil Kaitwade

Associate Vice President at Future Market Insights, Inc. has over a decade of experience in market research and business consulting. He has successfully delivered 1500+ client assignments, predominantly in Automotive, Chemicals, Industrial Equipment, Oil & Gas, and Service industries.
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Nikhil holds an MBA degree in Marketing and IT and a Graduate in Mechanical Engineering. Nikhil has authored several publications and quoted in journals like EMS Now, EPR Magazine, and EE Times.

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