| Product Code: ETC325711 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Sri Lanka food colors market witnessed a significant import trend, with a growth rate of 113.18% from 2023 to 2024 and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.95% from 2020 to 2024. This surge can be attributed to evolving consumer preferences and increased demand for diverse food products.
In the Asia region, the Food Colors market in Sri Lanka is projected to expand at a high growth rate of 11.34% by 2027. The largest economy is China, followed by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea.

In Sri Lanka, the food colors market is evolving with the rising demand for visually appealing food products. Key factors driving market growth include the expansion of the food processing sector, changing consumer preferences towards natural and clean-label ingredients, and regulatory approvals for safe food color additives. Manufacturers are focusing on innovation to develop sustainable and organic color solutions that meet both aesthetic and health-conscious consumer demands.
The Sri Lankan food colors market is influenced by the growing consumer preference for visually appealing food products and the expanding food processing industry. As consumers become more health-conscious, there is a rising demand for natural and organic food colors derived from botanical sources. Moreover, stringent regulations regarding food safety and permissible food additives shape the market dynamics, encouraging innovation and product development in the food coloring sector.
The Sri Lanka food colors market faces several challenges related to regulatory compliance and consumer perception. Regulatory scrutiny over the safety and usage of artificial colors in food products requires stringent adherence, impacting market dynamics and product formulation. Moreover, consumer preferences shifting towards natural and organic alternatives pose a challenge to manufacturers relying on synthetic colors. Balancing cost-effectiveness with the demand for vibrant and stable color solutions remains a critical challenge. Additionally, maintaining consistency in color quality across diverse food applications requires continuous innovation and investment in research and development.
Government policies in Sri Lanka for food colors emphasize strict adherence to international safety standards (such as Codex Alimentarius) to protect consumer health. Regulations govern permissible color additives, maximum allowable concentrations, labeling requirements, and regular monitoring through rigorous testing by authorized laboratories.
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 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Overview |
3.1 Sri Lanka Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2028F |
3.6 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
3.7 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2028F |
3.8 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Solubility, 2021 & 2028F |
4 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for natural food colors due to health concerns |
4.2.2 Growing food and beverage industry in Sri Lanka |
4.2.3 Influence of western food trends leading to higher consumption of food colors |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Strict regulations on the use of artificial food colors |
4.3.2 Price volatility of raw materials for food colors |
4.3.3 Limited consumer awareness about the benefits of natural food colors |
5 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Trends |
6 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market, By Types |
6.1 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Nature Identical, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Products, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverages, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market, By Form |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Powder, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.4 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Gel, 2018 - 2028F |
6.4 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market, By Solubility |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Dyes, 2018 - 2028F |
6.4.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenues & Volume, By Lakes, 2018 - 2028F |
7 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches with natural food colors |
8.2 Percentage of food manufacturers using natural food colors in their products |
8.3 Consumer satisfaction levels with the color intensity and stability of food products |
9 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2028F |
9.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
9.3 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2028F |
9.4 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Opportunity Assessment, By Solubility, 2021 & 2028F |
10 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Sri Lanka Food Colors Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |