Locust Bean Gum Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Industry Analysis, By Type (Powder, Particles, Flat Sheet), By Application (Paper, Textile Sizing, Industrial Applications, Food), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2035

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LOCUST BEAN GUM MARKET OVERVIEW

The locust bean gum market, valued at USD 0.29 billion in 2025, is forecasted to grow consistently, reaching USD 0.3 billion in 2026 and ultimately hitting USD 0.4 billion by 2035, at a steady CAGR of 3.1% from 2025 to 2035.

Locust Bean Gum is a natural gum made from the seed of the Carob tree. It is soluble in water and has a high viscosity. Locust Bean Gum is used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in food, pharmaceuticals, and other industries. Locust bean gum is majorly used for various functions such as replicators, gelling, coating, textures, sizing agents, stabilizations, in several industries. Locus bean gum has applications in condiments & dressing, food and beverages products & sauces, bakery, confectionery, bakery, pharmaceuticals excipients, fiber adhesion, meat & meat products and more others. The market for gluten-free products is still expanding, and locust bean gum is frequently used to enhance the texture and rise of bread and other baked products. Because locust bean gum is inherently plant-based and gluten-free, it is frequently used in gluten-free and vegan food products as a replacement for substances like gluten and thickeners originating from animals.

Participants are fixing their efforts on encouraging R&D. Technological development are supporting the regional market growth. Manufacturers need to stay updated with changing market trends and develop products that meet growing consumer needs. Companies coming up with progressive technological solutions for firming their positions.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Pandemic Hampered The Market Due To Unexpected Disruption In The Sector

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden market growth reflected by the rise in CAGR is attributable to market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

COVID- 19 pandemic has extremely affected the whole world. It caused many unexpected disruption and affected the industry. COVID- 19 had negative impact on the market due to economic slowdown, unpredictability in financial sector and high unstable market. The pandemic resulted in decreased demand due to a disrupted supply chain, drop in sales of products, delivery schedules. Travel bans imposed affected business collaboration and partnership. Demand had recently reduced due to travel bans and lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic. The continuous loss in the business due to the lockdown measures is projected to directly influence the growth of the investments in the market.

LATEST TRENDS

Use Of Innovative Products To Boost The Market Growth

Technological improvement and development will further enhance the presentation of the product, allowing it to obtain a varied range of requests in the market. Technological advancement will improve performance and propel the market growth. Technological advancement with high demand are increasingly setting a force to increase the productivity. Some players focus on product improvement to meet consumer requirements and likings. Constant innovation in manufacturing of products is anticipated to stimulate product demand.

• According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the global production of locust beans has grown by 8% in the past year due to the increasing demand for natural thickeners and gelling agents in the food industry.

• According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), locust bean gum usage in dairy products has increased by 12% in 2024 as manufacturers seek to improve the texture and shelf life of products like ice cream and yogurt.

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LOCUST BEAN GUM MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

According to type, the market can be segmented into powder, particles, flat sheet.

Powder will capture the maximum market share through forecast period.  

• Powder – Powder is the most common type of locust bean gum. It is a fine, white powder with a slightly sweet taste and no aftertaste. The powder is used in food products such as ice cream, cakes, and cookies. It can also be used as a thickener or stabilizer for dressings, sauces, and marinades.

• Particles – The particles type of locust bean gum is a coarse, off-white powder. It has a slightly sweet taste and no aftertaste. The particles are used in food products such as jams, jellies, and preserves.

• Flat Sheet- The flat sheet type of locust bean gum is made up of thin sheets that dissolve quickly in water. This type has a sweet taste with a slightly bitter aftertaste. The flat sheet is used in food products such as ice cream, cakes, and cookies. It is also used in pharmaceuticals and other industries.

By Application

According to application, the market can be segmented into paper, textile sizing, industrial applications, food

Locust bean gum market players cover segment as paper will dominate the market share during forecast period.

• Paper - The use of locust bean gum in paper products helps to improve the strength, smoothness, and appearance of papers. It also helps to reduce the porosity and surface roughness of papers.

• Textile Sizing - The use of locust bean gum in textile sizing improves the absorbency, durability, finish, and colourfastness of textiles. It also reduces wrinkling and shrinking in textiles.

• Industrial Applications - The use of locust bean gum in industrial applications helps to improve the strength, smoothness, and appearance of papers. It also helps to reduce the porosity and surface roughness of papers.

• Food- The use of locust bean gum in food products helps to improve the texture, flavour, and stability of foods. It also helps to reduce the fat and calorie content of foods.

DRIVING FACTORS

Increasing Demand For Natural & Plant Based Ingredients To Boost The Market Growth

Consumers are increasingly seeking natural and plant based alternatives I their food and beverages choices. The use of locust bean gum in food products helps to improve the texture, flavor, and stability of foods. Being a natural ingredient it meets the demand and offers a clean label solution for manufacturers.

Technological Advancement and Innovation To Upsurge The Market

Technological advancements and innovation activate unique revenue augmenting opportunity which will upsurge the locust bean gum market growth. Growing investment in research and development activities and growing awareness about benefits are expected to deliver profitable opportunities for the market. Constant development are one of the trends in the market in variety of practices. Market players are investing in research and development activities to explore new applications and improve the functionality.

• According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the rising popularity of plant-based and vegan foods has driven the demand for locust bean gum as a natural ingredient in plant-based dairy alternatives, with an increase of 15% in usage within the plant-based food sector in 2024.

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), increased consumer demand for clean-label products has pushed the usage of natural gums like locust bean gum, with the clean-label market projected to account for 30% of total food production in 2024.

RESTRAINING FACTOR 

Price volatility To Hamper The Market Growth

Variations in crop output, shifts in market demand, and adjustments to supply conditions can all affect the price of locust bean gum. Food makers may find it difficult to forecast and control ingredient costs as a result. Technical difficulties will reduce the industry revenue.

• According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the cultivation of locust bean trees is limited by drought conditions in major producing regions, reducing annual harvests by 5-10% in dry years, which affects global supply.

• According to the International Trade Centre (ITC), locust bean gum’s high cost relative to synthetic alternatives, which can be 25-30% cheaper, is a limiting factor for its widespread adoption in price-sensitive markets like the processed food industry.

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LOCUST BEAN GUM MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America to Dominate the Region Due To The Growing Food Processing Industry

The market is primarily segregated into Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, North America, and Middle East and Africa.

North America is further expected to witness growth in the locust bean gum market share. The region is dominating the market due to the growing food processing industry, along with a shift towards natural and healthy food ingredients.  The rising inhabitants and increasing income levels are also contributing to the development of the market. Upsurge in investments by key market players for the R&D undertakings and enlargement of their production abilities and product portfolios are projected to upsurge the growth. The expansion of regional market is being aided by technological developments.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus On Partnerships To Gain Competitive Advantage

The key players are dynamically contributing in strategic events that are aimed at maintaining strong market position and increasing market share by merger, partnerships and others. Key players are motivated to introduce new innovative products. They are spending severely on research and development in order to arise with more new technology so that they can maintain and improve their existing market. The market changes are dynamic such as market expansion, partnership and merger. The collective efforts of these major players expressively impact the competitive landscape and future path of the market.

• According to the International Trade Administration (ITA), INCOM A.S is one of the largest suppliers of locust bean gum, with over 40% of its production dedicated to the food industry, particularly in bakery and dairy products.

• According to the South African Chamber of Commerce, Carob SA is a leading player in the locust bean gum market in Africa, supplying more than 15% of the continent's demand for natural gums.

List of Top Locust Bean Gum Companies

• INCOM A.S (China)
• Carob SA (Spain)
• Nepa Trital (Portugal)
• LBG SICILIA SRL (Italy)
• Tate & Lyle (U.K.)

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

November 2021: CarobWay, an Israeli agritech company, collaborated with Israeli farmers for research and development to launch a new range of carob products.

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