Ferulic Acid Market Size, Share, Growth and Industry analysis, By Type (Natural, Synthesis), By Application (Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, Food) and Regional Forecast to 2034

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FERULIC ACID MARKET OVERVIEW

The global ferulic acid market size was valued at USD 0.174 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 1.46 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 26.71% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Ferulic Acid Market size is projected at USD 0.05336 Billion in 2025, the Europe Ferulic Acid Market size is projected at USD 0.05277 Billion in 2025, and the China Ferulic Acid Market size is projected at USD 0.04173 Billion in 2025.

Ferulic acid is a naturally occurring compound found in the cell walls of plants. It belongs to the group of phytochemicals known as hydroxycinnamic acids. This is a potent antioxidant and is known for its ability to neutralize free radicals, which can cause damage to cells and contribute to aging and disease. Also, it is commonly extracted from sources such as rice bran, wheat bran, and oats, and is used in a variety of industries including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. 

The increasing demand for natural and organic products has contributed to the growth of the ferulic acid market in recent years. As a result, the market for ferulic acid is expected to continue to grow in the future, driven by increasing demand for natural and organic products and the growing awareness of the potential health benefits of ferulic acid. Additionally, based on type, natural ferulic acid is the largest segment in the market. Whereas, in terms of application, the food industry generates the highest demand for the product which is attributed to contributing to the expansion of the market. 

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Pandemic Delays the Shipments due to Shortage of Raw Materials 

The COVID-19 pandemic has reduced the demand for ferulic acid in the market during the lockdown restrictions. This has resulted in a shortage of certain raw materials and delayed shipments, which has affected the availability of ferulic acid in the market.

Despite the short-term impact of the pandemic on this market, the long-term outlook remains positive, as the demand for natural and organic products is expected to continue to grow. The market is expected to recover and continue to rise, driven by increasing demand for natural and organic products.

LATEST TRENDS

Rising Trend of Usage of Ferulic Acid-based Products Inflate the Market Opportunity

The ferulic acid market is rapidly evolving in the past few years with the rising demand for natural and organic products. Consumers are increasingly interested in natural and organic products, including those containing ferulic acid. Thus, this trend is expected to spike the demand for ferulic acid in several application sectors. Additionally, recently, research into the potential health benefits of ferulic acid has been increased such as its ability to reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol, and protect against certain types of cancer. As a result, it could lead to new applications to raise the demand for the acid in the coming years. Furthermore, the App-Chem Bio- company recently released ferulic acid. Besides being used as a food additive, it is also used to produce vanillin, and two types for instance, cis-form and trans-form are now available.

• Solid-state fermentation using Aspergillus niger increased ferulic acid content by 58-fold (339% phenolic boost) in defatted rice bran

• Pilot-scale alkaline extraction of corn fiber achieved a recovery yield of 11.14 Kg ferulic acid per ton of dry material

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FERULIC ACID MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type Analysis

According to type, the market can be bifurcated into Natural Ferulic Acid and Synthetic Ferulic Acid.

By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market can be divided into Food Industry, Pharmaceuticals, and Others.

DRIVING FACTORS

Rising Demand for the Acid in Food & Beverage Industry Propel the Market Growth

The growth of the market is driven by the increasing use of ferulic acid in the food and beverage industry. As this acid is commonly used as a food preservative and flavour enhancer and is also used in the production of alcoholic beverages. Consequently, the increasing demand for convenience foods and ready-to-drink beverages is expected to boost the ferulic acid market growth throughout the forecast period.

• India’s rice sowing area expanded by 2% year-on-year, increasing rice bran availability for ferulic acid extraction — according to India’s Ministry of Agriculture.

• Domestic rice consumption rose by 6% in 2023/24, boosting milling byproducts and branching raw material supply — according to USDA FAS New Delhi

Growing Use of the Acid in Cosmetic Industry Escalate the Demand for the Natural Ferulic

Another driving factor of the market is the increasing demand for ferulic acid in the cosmetic industry. Lately, the acid is commonly being used in skincare products due to its antioxidant and anti-aging properties. Therefore, the growing demand for natural and organic skincare products is expected to thrive the demand for acid in the cosmetic industry which will correspondingly augment the ferulic acid market growth.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Lack of Qualitative Raw Materials and Risk of Side Effects Can Impede the Market Growth

Since ferulic acid is extracted from rice bran oil, which is a byproduct of rice milling, and availability and quality of rice bran oil can be affected by various factors, including weather conditions, pests and diseases, and agricultural practices. Thereby, this could impact the supply of ferulic acid and its production which can also limit the growth of this market. Besides, there can also be a risk factor after intake of ferulic acid. Allergies to its raw materials, such as corn, barley, wheat, rice, and ferulic acid may stifle market growth. This may cause a rash, hives, redness, peeling, or itching of the skin. Such factors may hinder the growth of the market during the forecast period.

• High-temperature processing (>100 °C) causes a 50% loss of ferulic acid, limiting its use in thermal applications — according to MDPI Foods.

• Inorganic arsenic levels in rice bran are 20% higher than in contaminated water, raising safety concerns — according to Environmental Science & Technology

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FERULIC ACID MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

According to a market review, the leading region in the ferulic acid market is Asia-Pacific, specifically China, and India. These countries are major producers of rice bran oil, which is the primary source of ferulic acid. The high availability of raw materials and low production costs in these countries have helped to make them more affordable and accessible to manufacturers. In addition, the Asia-Pacific region has a large and growing market for natural and organic products, including those containing ferulic acid. The increasing demand for natural and organic skincare, food, and beverage products in this region is expected to continue driving growth in the ferulic acid market.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Offer Competitive Pricing to Attract Customers and Gain a Larger Market Share

With regard to key players, major companies in the market are stimulating the growth of the market with the expansion of the production capacity. The leading companies are constantly striving to expand their production capacity and capital investment in research and development. Also, prominent companies are collaborating with other companies and organizations to develop new products, enter new markets, and expand their customer base. This helps them in gaining a larger ferulic acid market share to generate the highest revenue.

• OkayasuShoten: Launched 5 new ferulic acid formulations in 2024, increasing its product portfolio by 25% — according to Japan MAFF data

• Top Pharm: Accounted for 12% of China’s ferulic acid API registrations in 2023 — according to CNMPA annual report

List of Top Ferulic Acid Companies

•  OkayasuShoten
• Top Pharm
• Yuansen
• CM Fine Chemicals
• Shanghai Bettersyn Biotech
• Huacheng
• Healthful International
• Hubei Yuancheng
• Ankang
• Leader
• Delekang
• App Chem-Bio
• Tateyamakasei
• Oryza
• TSUNO

REPORT COVERAGE

This report defines the ferulic acid market. It emphasizes the market value, expected CAGR, and USD value over the forecast period, before and after the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on the international market, and how the industry is going to turn the corner is also stated in the report. The report provides significant market data with its product type and product applications, end-use details, and an idea of the market growth in the future. This report also provides an understanding of the growing market trends and developments and their effects on the market growth, driving factors along with restraining factors that impact the market dynamics. Along with this, the leading region, key players of the market, and their tactics to beat the market competition, sustainable policies, their collaboration, mergers, companies’ profile, previous years’ revenue, profit & loss, and market position based on their share value in the market, are also explained in the report.