How Big Is the Beta-Glucan Market | Size & Forecast

Q: How big is the beta-glucan market size?

The beta-glucan market is expected to reach USD 0.8 Billion by 2031.

Q: What are the major applications of beta-glucan?

It is widely used in functional foods, dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and animal nutrition.

Q: Which region dominates the beta-glucan market?

Europe leads in demand due to well-established functional food industries and regulatory support, followed by North America and Asia-Pacific.

Q: What are key barriers in the beta-glucan market?

Barriers include high production cost, low solubility in some formulations, limited consumer awareness, and regulatory complexity for health claims.

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Code: MTA5905

Publication Date: Jul 2025

How big is the beta-glucan market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, Global Beta-Glucan Market was valued at USD 0.5 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 0.8 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.20% during the forecast period.

Increased demand for immune-supporting nutraceuticals, growing dietary fiber awareness, and growing applications in personal care, pharmaceuticals, and functional foods are all driving market growth. Market adoption is being driven by regulatory approvals for health claims and technological developments in yeast and cereal-derived beta-glucans.

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Key Growth Factors of the Beta-Glucan Market

Growing knowledge of the advantages of gut and immune health
Expanding interest in nutraceutical ingredients and functional foods
Growth of skin care products and cosmeceuticals
Innovation in the extraction of beta-glucan from cereals and yeast
Clinical studies demonstrating anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-lowering effects
Policies that encourage the use of dietary supplements

Beta-Glucan Market Trends

Manufacturers are focusing on high-purity, low-viscosity beta-glucan formulations. Clean-label and plant-based beta-glucans are becoming more popular. Products for personalized nutrition, fortified baked goods, and beverages enhanced with beta-glucan are becoming more popular. The pharmaceutical and supplement industries are also adopting encapsulation technologies and water-soluble versions at an increasing rate.

Emerging Developments in the Beta-Glucan Market

Companies are exploring microalgae and mushroom-derived beta-glucans for novel product lines. Research is underway to enhance beta-glucan bioavailability using nanocarrier systems. Beta-glucan is being integrated into animal feed formulations for immune modulation. Startups are introducing fermentation-based beta-glucan production for scalability and sustainability.