The Mexico food emulsifiers market size is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period, 2021-2028. The growth of the market is attributed to rising demand for food additives.
A food emulsifier, also known as an emulgent, is a surface-active agent that forms a barrier between two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, allowing them to be blended into stable emulsions. Emulsifiers also reduce stickiness, crystallization, and separation.

The goal of emulsification is to stabilize the emulsion state by preventing emulsion break down caused by creaming, aggregation, and coalescence. Reducing the size of dispersed particles, decreasing the density difference of dispersion, and protecting the surface of oil droplets are all effective ways to address emulsion state issues. Mustard, soy, and egg lecithin, mono- and diglycerides, polysorbates, carrageenan, guar gum, and canola oil are all common emulsifiers in modern food production.
Mexico Food Emulsifiers Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Increasing use of emulsifiers in food products such as cereals, infant, child nutrition products, ready-to-eat meals, snacks, and desserts are driving the growth of the emulsifiers market.
- Growing demand for packaged food products due to convenience and improved shelf life is estimated to fuel the market growth.
- Rising consumer health consciousness combined with rising disposable income in the country is projected to spur the growth of the market.
- The relaxation in restrictions amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is providing a big relief to restaurants, positively influencing the market growth.
- Artificial food emulsifiers may hinder the market growth.
- Development of natural emulsifier can create immense opportunities for the market players.
Scope of the Mexico Food Emulsifiers Market Report
The report on the Mexico food emulsifiers 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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Mexico Food Emulsifiers Market - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2021
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Historic Data
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2019–2020
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Forecast Period
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2021–2028
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Segmentation
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Types (Lecithin, Monoglyceride Diglyceride and Derivatives, Sorbitan Ester, Polyglycerol Ester, and Other Types), Applications (Dairy and Frozen Products, Bakery, Meat and Seafood, Beverages, Confectionery, and Other Applications)
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Geographical Zone
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Mexico
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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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Cargill, Incorporated; DuPont; Stepan Company; and Palsgaard
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Mexico Food Emulsifiers Market Segment Insights:
Lecithin segment is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace
Based on types, the market is segregated into lecithin, monoglyceride diglyceride and derivatives, sorbitan ester, polyglycerol ester, and other types. Lecithin is found in egg yolks, and used as an emulsifier in sauces and mayonnaise. It is also found in soy and is used in products such as chocolate and baked goods. Rising prevalence of lifestyle-related health issues such as cardiovascular diseases, obesity, osteoporosis, and diabetes has increased consumer demand for food ingredients such as lecithin, which has a variety of medical benefits.
Lecithin improves liver and cell function, fat transport and metabolism, healthy reproduction and child development, and gallstone treatment. These factors can increase the lecithin segment market share.

The meat and sea food segment are anticipated to expand during the forecast period
On the basis of applications, the Mexico food emulsifiers market is segregated into dairy and frozen products, bakery, meat and seafood, beverages, confectionery, and other applications. Growing demand for processed meat is expected to drive the growth of the meat and seafood segment. Mexico is a large consumer market with an average per capita consumption of 19 kg, and pig meat is consumed on a daily basis in a variety of dishes, both fresh and processed, particularly hams.
Pork continues to gain consumer trust as a high-quality protein source. Chilled bone-in hams and shoulders dominate Mexican imports, accounting for roughly 75% of the total imports. Frozen boneless cuts account for about 15% of the total imports and are used in further processing.
Segments
Segments Covered in the Report
The Mexico food emulsifiers market is segmented on the basis of
Types
- Lecithin
- Monoglyceride Diglyceride and Derivatives
- Sorbitan Ester
- Polyglycerol Ester
- Other Types
End-users
- Dairy and Frozen Products
- Bakery, Meat and Seafood
- Beverages
- Confectionery
- Other Applications
Country
Key Players
Competitive Landscape
The major players in Mexico food emulsifiers market include Cargill, Incorporated, DuPont, Stepan Company, Palsgaard. Companies are engaging in mergers, acquisitions and partnerships to expand their market share. They are focusing on increasing the capacity of their existing plants while investing in R&D activities. As a result, the market is expected to observe numerous product launches during the forecast period.
