Global Citric Acid Market is estimated to be valued at USD 4.05 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 5.26 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 4.05 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
3.80%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 5.26 Bn
Figure. Citric Acid Market Share (%), By Region 2025
The global citric acid market has been witnessing steady growth over the past few years. Citric acid is a weak organic acid that is present in citric fruits such as lemons and limes. It is used as an acidulant and preservative in various food and beverage products. In addition to food & beverages, citric acid finds application across industries such as pharmaceuticals, personal care & cosmetics, detergents & cleaners, and others. It helps enhance flavour and acts as a natural preservative while also providing antimicrobial properties. With rising health-consciousness among consumers, demand for natural and organic ingredients is growing significantly globally. This is expected to drive the demand for citric acid over the coming years.
Market Dynamics:
The global citric acid market is driven by the growing demand from the food & beverage industry. Versatility and cost-effectiveness of citric acid as a preservative and flavouring agent has led to its widespread usage in beverages, confectionery, bakery products, and others. However, fluctuating supply of raw materials due to climatic changes has led to inconsistent supply and price volatility of citric acid over the past decade, restraining the market growth. To overcome this challenge, manufacturers are exploring alternatives sources for deriving citric acid such as fungal fermentation which is opening new opportunities. The development of deeper applications of citric acid across industries like pharmaceuticals and personal care through advancements in material science also presents lucrative opportunities. The market is driven by the increasing demand in various industries and is influenced by multiple factors including market segmentation, key players, and regional outlook.
Key Features of the Study:
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global citric acid market, and provides market size (US$ Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year.
It elucidates potential revenue growth opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
It profiles key players in the global citric acid market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Archer Daniels Midland Company, Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, Basel, Pfizer Inc., Shandong Juxian Hongde Citric Acid Co. Ltd., Delek Group, Cargill, Incorporated, Weifang Ensign Industry Co., Ltd., Tate & Lyle plc., COFCO Biochemical (AnHui) Co. Ltd., and RZBC GROUP.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
The global citric acid market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analysing the global citric acid market.
Detailed Segmentation:
By Grade
Food Grade
Industrial Grade
Pharmaceutical Grade
By Application
Acidulant,
Cleaning Agent
Binding Agent
Preservative
Others
By End-use Industry
Food & Beverages,
Pharmaceutical/Personal Care,
Animal Feed,
Metal Finishing & Cleaning,
Others
By Region
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Company Profiles
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, Basel
Pfizer Inc.
Shandong Juxian Hongde Citric Acid Co. Ltd.
Delek Group
Cargill, Incorporated
Weifang Ensign Industry Co., Ltd.
Tate & Lyle plc.
COFCO Biochemical (AnHui) Co. Ltd.
RZBC GROUP
Table of Contents:
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Forms
Market Snippet, By Grade
Market Snippet, By Application
Market Snippet, By End-use Industry
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Rising demand for convenience food & beverage products
Rising demand from personal care and pharmaceutical industries
Restraints
Side-effects associated with the excessive consumption of citric acid
Stringent regulations pertaining to usage of citric acid
Opportunities
Increasing consumption in developing countries
Product portfolio expansion
Impact Analysis
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Merger and Acquisition Scenario
4. Global Citric Acid Market, 2020-2032 - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
COVID-19 Epidemiology
Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
5. Global Citric Acid Market, By Forms, 2020 -2032 (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Powder
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Anhydrous
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Monohydrous
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Liquid
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
6. Global Citric Acid Market, By Grade, 2020 -2032 (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Food Grade
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Industrial Grade
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Pharmaceutical Grade
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
7. Global Citric Acid Market, By Application, 2020 -2032 (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Acidulant
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Cleaning Agent
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Binding Agent
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Preservative
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
8. Global Citric Acid Market, By End-use Industry, 2020 -2032 (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Food & Beverages
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Sub-segment Trends
Bakery & Confectionery
Dairy
Convenience Food
Beverages
Jams & Preserves
Others
Pharmaceutical/Personal Care
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Animal Feed
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Metal Finishing & Cleaning
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
9. Global Citric Acid Market, By Region, 2020 -2032 (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, By Region, 2020 - 2032
Country Trends
North America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Grade, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn)
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Grade, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn)
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Grade, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn)
China
India
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Grade, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Grade, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End-use Industry, 2020 -2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country/Sub-region, 2020 - 2032, (US$ Bn)