Product Code: ETC6185941 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: May 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The natural food colors market in Australia is growing steadily due to a consumer shift toward non-synthetic coloring agents derived from vegetables, fruits, and plants. Products such as beetroot red, turmeric yellow, and spirulina blue are gaining traction. Stricter food labeling requirements and the rise of plant-based foods are encouraging manufacturers to adopt natural alternatives.
Natural food colors are replacing artificial dyes in the Australian food and beverage industry, driven by demand for transparency and health-conscious eating. There is increased usage of colors derived from beetroot, turmeric, spirulina, and annatto in bakery, confectionery, and dairy products.
The Natural Food Colors market in Australia encounters issues with color consistency, stability under processing conditions, and limited color range compared to synthetic dyes. These limitations make it difficult for food manufacturers to switch completely to natural alternatives. Additionally, the extraction process from plant-based sources can be expensive and resource-intensive. Regulatory scrutiny around the definition and safety of "natural" colors also adds a layer of complexity for producers.
Due to regulatory restrictions on synthetic additives and consumer demand for clean-label products, the natural food colors market is flourishing. Investment potential exists in organic pigment sourcing, R&D in heat- and light-stable colors, and developing local cultivation for coloring crops like spirulina and beetroot.
Government regulations promote the use of safe and non-toxic natural food colors, discouraging synthetic alternatives linked to health concerns. FSANZ has clear labeling requirements and allowable usage levels for various colorants, which benefit producers investing in natural color solutions. Furthermore, Australian government support for sustainable agriculture indirectly benefits the supply chain for plant-based food colors.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Natural Food Colors Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Natural Food Colors Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Trends |
6 Australia Natural Food Colors Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Natural Food Colors Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Carotenoids, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Curcumin, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Carmine, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Copper Chlorophyllin, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Bakery & Confectionery, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverages, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Diary & Frozen Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Meat Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil & Fat, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Natural Food Colors Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Natural Food Colors Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Natural Food Colors Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |