The Japan food colorants market size is projected to expand at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period, 2021–2028. The growth of the market is attributed to the rising consumer awareness related to clean & natural products, increasing demand for natural food colors, shifting consumer awareness, and growing demand for the food appeal preferences in the region.

Food color is the substance or pigment, which imparts the color at the time when added to the foods and beverages. Food color is the ingredient that to the foods and products for giving them good and appealing appearance for attracting people and consumers. Natural food colors are made up of fruits, minerals, vegetables, plants, and various edible natural sources. Food colors helps to give bright colors to drinks, baked foods & products, candies, and different food items.
Food colors are also used in the pickles, salad dressings, smoked salmon, and in medications also. Many food manufacturers use the artificial colors over natural food colors including beet extract and beta carotene, as it produces a highly vibrant color. These colors are made using chemical or physical methods that results in the selective extraction of the pigment related to aromatic or nutritive constituents.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Rising demand for natural colors is anticipated to boost the market growth in the coming years.
- Increasing ventures by manufactures is estimated to push the market expansion during the forecast period.
- Rapid growth of the food industry is key factor propelling the market growth.
- Strict rules and regulations for using colors in the food is expected to hamper the market growth in the coming years.
- Misconception regarding the titanium dioxide in the consumers acts as major challenges that can impede the market expansion.
- R&D investment and technological advancement in food colorants is anticipated to offer lucrative opportunities for the market players.
Scope of the Report
The report on the Japan food colorants market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Report Title
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Japan Food Colorants 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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Types (Synthetic Color and Natural Color), Applications (Dairy & Frozen Products, Meat, Seafood, Oils & Fats, Beverages, Bakery, Poultry, Confectionery, and Others), Forms (Gel, Liquid, and Powder)
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Country
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Japan
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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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D.D. Williamson & Co.; Koninklijke DSM N.N.; Chr. Hansen Holding A/S; Sensient Technologies Corporation; Dohler Group; ADM; Naturex; Florio Colori; Kalsec Inc.; Lycored; DDW; International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
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Market Segment Insights:
Natural color segment is projected to account for a large market share
Based on types, the Japan food colorants market is divided into synthetic color and natural color. The natural color segment is expected to constitute a key share of the market during the forecast period owing to rising food hazards & frauds and growing demand for food recalls. However, the synthetic color segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to rising demand for quality foods.

Beverages segment is projected to hold a key market share
On the basis of applications, the market is segmented into Dairy & Frozen Products, Meat, Seafood, Oils & Fats, Beverages, Bakery, Poultry, Confectionery, and Others. The beverages segment is expected to represent a key share of the market in the coming years due to wide usage of food colors in the beverages for growing its appeal. On the other hand, the bakery segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period owing to rising demand for processed and bakery products by the consumers.

Liquid segment is projected to constitute a major market share
In terms of forms, the Japan food colorants market is segregated into Gel, Liquid, and Powder. The liquid segment is expected to account for a key share of the market during the forecast period owing to convenient usage, availability, lower cost, and highly preferred form for food coloring. However, the powder segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to high usage for pastel coloring items such as candies, cake icings, and meat substitutes.
Segments
Segments Covered in the Report
The Japan food colorants market has been segmented on the basis of
Types
- Synthetic Color
- Natural Color
Applications
- Dairy & Frozen Products
- Meat
- Seafood
- Oils & Fats
- Beverages
- Bakery
- Poultry
- Confectionery
- Others
Forms
Country
Key Players
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the Japan food colorants market include D.D. Williamson & Co.; Koninklijke DSM N.N.; Chr. Hansen Holding A/S; Sensient Technologies Corporation; Dohler Group; ADM; Naturex; Florio Colori; Kalsec Inc.; Lycored; DDW; International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. Some of these players are engaged in several market strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, capacity expansion, and product launches to enhance their market shares.
