The Canada food additives market size is projected to register a substantial CAGR during the forecast period, 2021–2028. The growth of the market is attributed to the widespread use of additives in the food and beverage industry for a variety of purposes, including preservatives, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, sweeteners, colorants, and more.
A chemical substance that is added to food during preparation or storage that either becomes a part of the food or modifies its qualities for the aim of obtaining a specific technical effect is referred to as a food additive. Food additives are substances used in food to maintain its nutritional quality, improve its storing quality, make it more appealing, or aid in its manufacturing, packaging, or storage.

Additives keep food fresh and prevent it from spoiling. They prevent bacteria and viruses from growing on food. To assist extend the shelf life of goods, salt and other natural additives are added. As a result, additives aid in the preservation of food quality for a long period of time.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Growing population and increasing demand for food are expected to propel the market during the forecast period.
- Rising concerns about food safety due to contamination and rising health concerns are key factors fueling the market.
- Health risks and adverse effects connected with synthetic food additives are estimated to restrict the market growth.
- Stringent government laws act as major challenge that can hinder the market expansion in the coming years.
- R&D investment and technological advancement is anticipated to create lucrative opportunities for the market players.
Scope of Food Additives Market Report
The report on the Canada food additives market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details
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Report Title
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Canada Food Additives Market - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2020
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Historic Data
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2018–2019
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Forecast Period
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2021–2028
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Segmentation
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Type (Preservatives, Sweeteners & Sugar Substitutes, Emulsifiers, Enzymes, Hydrocolloids, Food Flavors & Colorants, Others) and Application (Bakery, Confectionery, Dairy, Beverages, Meat, Poultry & Sea Foods, and Others)
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Geographical Scope
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Canada
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Brenntag Canada; Cargill Incorporated; JG Group Stevia Canada; DuPont de Nemours Inc.; NOW Health Group Inc.; Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG; and Ingredion Incorporated
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Food Additives Market Segment Insights
The sweeteners & sugar substitutes segment is projected to hold a major market share
Based on type, the Canada food additives market is divided into preservatives, sweeteners & sugar substitutes, emulsifiers, enzymes, hydrocolloids, food flavors & colorants, and others. The sweeteners & sugar substitutes segment is expected to represent a key share of the market during the forecast period. Many diet foods and beverages employ sweeteners to increase sweetness while reducing calorie content. Bulk sweetener and sugar replacements are included in this category. The bulk sweetener section is the prime, and includes sucrose, fructose, lactose, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), and others. Consumers' interest in natural sweeteners is growing as health concerns about artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and saccharin grow.
The bakery segment is expected to grow at a rapid pace
On the basis of application, the Canada food additives market is segregated into bakery, confectionery, dairy, beverages, meat, poultry & sea foods, and others. The bakery segment is expected to represent a key share of the market during the forecast period. Canada's population has a wide range of likes and inclinations.
As a result, manufacturers are always developing and expanding their product variety in order to suit the changing needs of consumers. Moreover, a growth in the number of shops, retail channels, and formats is increasing consumer access to processed and convenience foods, leading in an eventual increase in demand for food additives in the Canadian food and beverage industry.

Segments
The Canada food additives market has been segmented on the basis of
Type
- Preservatives
- Sweeteners & Sugar Substitutes
- Emulsifiers
- Enzymes
- Hydrocolloids
- Food Flavors & Colorants
- Others
Application
- Bakery
- Confectionery
- Dairy
- Beverages
- Meat
- Poultry & Sea Foods
- Others
Key Players
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the Canada food additives market include Brenntag Canada, Cargill Incorporated, JG Group Stevia Canada, DuPont de Nemours Inc., NOW Health Group Inc., Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, and Ingredion Incorporated.
Some of these players are using several market strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, capacity expansion, and product launches to increase their market shares.
