Brewing Enzymes Market Size & Share 2023 to 2032
Market Size by Product (Amylases [Decoction Vessel, Mashing, Fermentation], Proteases [Conditioning Tank], Beta-Glucanases [Decoction Vessel, Mashing, Fermentation], Xylanases [Mashing]), Regional Outlook & Global Forecast.
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Brewing Enzymes Market Size
Brewing Enzymes Market size is anticipated to record over 6.5% CAGR from 2023 to 2032, due to the surging consumer preference for healthier choices, such as lower-calorie and gluten-free options.
Brewing Enzymes Market Key Takeaways
Market Size & Growth
With the growing importance of enzymes in making the brewing processes more sustainable by reduced energy and water consumption, several brewing enzyme companies are continuously investing in R&D activities to create new enzyme products to cater to specific applications. For instance, in April 2023, IFF released BCLEAR, its new enzymatic solution to allows breweries to maintain the clarity of beer with smarter and simplified process. The rising support from several well-established agencies, such as the U.S. FDA for labeling, safety, and quality standards of the brewing enzymes will also add to the market growth.
The growing focus of numerous enzyme suppliers on offering customized solutions to match the specific needs of individual breweries will drive the market development. For instance, in January 2023, WeissBioTech added two tailored product modules, Lautermax and Attenumax, for allowing brewers to pick the best ready-available enzyme mixes for their process. Moreover, tailored enzyme blends also assist breweries in achieving precise results while differentiating their products. The evolving changes in regulations for brewing enzymes, including allergen labeling and clean labeling, may, however, limit the product adoption to some extent.
COVID-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the brewing enzymes market growth. The forced shutdown and reduced operations of multiple breweries during lockdowns led to the decreasing demand for brewing enzymes, especially in the on-premises sector, such as bars and restaurants. The significant impact on international transportation as well as trade restrictions also affected the import and export of brewing enzymes. However, the emerging trend of home brewing coupled with the increased purchase of packaged beer for at-home consumption added some impetus to the industry growth.
Brewing Enzymes Market Trends
The continuous innovations in craft brewing along with the burgeoning demand for enzymes to create unique as well as distinctive beer styles will prove favorable for the industry growth. For instance, in June 2023, the Brewers Association partnered with Heathwick Ltd., a global beverage importer, for an exclusive new promotion to launch a range of high quality and authentic independent American craft beers for celebrating Independent American breweries. The rising experimentation with ingredients and brewing techniques by craft breweries to enhance flavors, aromas, and mouthfeel will also anchor the product demand.
Brewing Enzymes Market Analysis
The amylases product segment of the brewing enzymes industry will witness immense traction through 2032, driven by the increasing obligation of expanding beer production capacities.
North America brewing enzymes market size is slated to witness more than 6% CAGR between 2023 and 2032, attributed to the growing experiments of small and independent craft breweries with various ingredients and brewing techniques for improving efficiency and achieving unique flavors. The scaling preference for alcoholic beverages particularly in bars & pubs and the strong presence of key industry players have led to the increased beer production in the region. As per the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), nearly 81% of beer was domestically produced across the U.S in 2021. The surge in regulatory standards, such as the labeling of enzyme-derived ingredients will support the industry growth.
Brewing Enzymes Market Share
Leading companies in the market are constantly focusing on key strategies, such as mergers & acquisitions, production expansion and innovations to widen their customer base and geographical footprint. For instance, the extensive portfolio of brewing enzymes offered by DSM helps in creating market-leading beer drinks to sustainably the meet evolving tastes of consumers.
Some of the prominent brewing enzymes industry players include:
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The brewing enzymes market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of volume in tons and revenue in USD thousand from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments:
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