Global Konjac Glucomannan Market Size By Type (Powder, Capsules/Tablets, Supplements), By Application (Diabetes, Constipation, Obesity), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Konjac Glucomannan Market Size And Forecast

Konjac Glucomannan Market size was valued at USD 1.12 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 21 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2024 to 2031.

Rising consumer health consciousness, increased demand for digestive supplements, increased demand for weight loss supplements, and rapid R&D are driving the Konjac Glucomannan Market. The Global Konjac Glucomannan Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Konjac Glucomannan Market Definition

Glucomannan is a type of water-soluble polysaccharide that can also be used as a source of fiber. Glucomannan is a fiber produced from konjac root that aids in the treatment of a variety of ailments. Glucomannan is a hemicellulose component found in certain plant species. Glucomannan is a food additive that is used as a thickening and emulsifier in a wide variety of foods. Nutritional supplements containing glucomannan are also used to treat obesity, high cholesterol, and acne vulgaris. Supplements of glucomannan are also available.

Glucomannan powder is a very absorbent material that can absorb a lot of water. Glucomannan improves blood sugar control and blood lipids, as well as bowel health issues. Glucomannan absorbs water in the intestines and stomach to create a big fiber that aids in the treatment of constipation. Glucomannan is prized for its gelatinous nature, which absorbs the flavor of any marinated or cooked food. The most common forms of glucomannan are powder or flour.

In terms of application, glucomannan is most commonly utilized in the food and beverage industry, followed by the pharmaceutical industry in the production of medicines. The substance is utilized as an emulsifying and thickening agent in a range of food items in the F&B industry. Sweets like gummies, jellies, and candies; beverages including fiber drinks, soft drinks, and other bakery products are one of them. Increased consumption of these products is likely to boost the glucomannan market’s growth statistics across the food industry.

Global Konjac Glucomannan Market Overview

Rising consumer health consciousness, increased demand for digestive supplements, increased demand for weight loss supplements, and rapid R&D are driving the Konjac Glucomannan Market. Consumers are increasingly concerned about their health, which has led to an increase in healthy eating options. Konjac Glucomannan absorbs a lot of water and helps to remove toxic substances from the body, which helps to promote digestion. Furthermore, konjac glucomannan is a nutrient-dense, low-calorie food that does not raise fat levels, which is a massive benefit of eating it.

Consumer awareness has risen as the prevalence of gastrointestinal illnesses and obesity has grown as a result of increased junk food consumption and a sedentary lifestyle. The Konjac Glucomannan industry is growing as a result of this rising consumer awareness. In 2016, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that over 1.9 billion people aged 18 and over were overweight. Konjac is a laxative that helps with weight loss by aiding in the evacuation of toxins from the colon.

This has led to a rise in the demand for konjac-based weight loss pills, fueling the konjac market’s expansion into new supplement segments. The rise in Konjac Glucomannan Market trends such as demand for dietary supplements is one of the reasons that contribute to the market’s growth. All of the vital fibers included in konjac aid in the removal of toxins and the reduction of hunger. As a result, customer appetite decreases, and demand for konjac glucomannan increases. During the forecast period, such growth and developments in konjac glucomannan products are expected to propel the market forward.

Global Konjac Glucomannan Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Konjac Glucomannan Market is segmented on the basis of Type, Application, And Geography.

Konjac Glucomannan Market, By Type

• Powder
• Capsules/Tablets
• Supplements
• Foods (e.g., noodles, snacks, gummies)
• Drinks

Based on Type, the market is further segmented into Powder, Capsules/Tablets, Supplements, Foods (e.g., noodles, snacks, gummies), and Drinks. The Powdery segment accounted for the largest proportion of the Konjac Glucomannan Market in 2020. Konjac glucomannan powder or flour has a wide variety of functions in the food and pharmaceutical industries. It has a longer shelf life, excellent water-binding abilities, the ability to prevent syneresis, and the ability to slow crystal development. Owing to its expanding application breadth in the food & beverage and pharmaceutical industries, konjac glucomannan flour is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period.

Konjac Glucomannan Market, By Application

• Diabetes
• Constipation
• Obesity
• Food additive
• Others

Based on Application, the market is segmented into Diabetes, Constipation, Obesity, Food Additive, and Others. Konjac glucomannan may treat constipation by absorbing water and forming a bulky fiber in the stomach and intestines. It may also help manage sugar levels in diabetics and lower cholesterol levels by slowing sugar and cholesterol absorption in the gut. Konjac glucomannan is commonly used to treat constipation, diabetes, and high cholesterol. It’s also used to treat high blood pressure, obesity, and a variety of other conditions.

Konjac Glucomannan Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the World

Based on regional analysis, the Global Konjac Glucomannan Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world. North America held the highest share in the base year. Throughout the forecast period, Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing regional segment, followed by Europe. The two important countries, China and the United States accounted for a significant portion of the Global Konjac Glucomannan Market.

Key Players

The “Global Konjac Glucomannan Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are Hubei Yizhi Konjac Biotechnology Co., Ltd, Xi’an Yuensun Biological Technology Co., Ltd, APIS, Shaanxi Top Pharm, AuNutra, TIC Gums, Greenutra Resource, Konjac Foods, Precision Nutrition, Baoji Konjac Chemical. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

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