Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market Research Report Information by Type (Prebiotics, Probiotics, Digestive Enzymes and Polyphenols), By Application (Dairy & Frozen, Desserts, Functional Foods, Functional Beverages, Dietary Supplements and Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals), By End User (Commercial and Residential), By Distribution Channel (Direct and Indirect), and By Country (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain and Rest of Europe) - Forecast Till 2032

Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market Overview

Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market Size was valued at USD 15,597.54 million in 2023. The Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients market industry is projected to grow from 2024 to USD 35,243.59 million by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.48% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The rising prevalence of digestive disorders will drive the growth of the Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market

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Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market Trends

INCREASING AWARENESS OF GUT HEALTH

In Europe, consumers of all ages, from Baby Boomers to Generation X, and Millennials to Generation Z, are seeking methods to learn more about probiotics and prebiotics. An average of 72% of consumers across all age groups who are aware of the difference between prebiotics and probiotics choose products that have a mix of prebiotics and probiotics. Consumers prioritize immunological health, and they recognize that this facet of health is inextricably tied to gut health and mental well-being. This suggests that people are looking for products that are multipurpose, handy, and beneficial to their health. Furthermore, it is obvious that customers are seeing health broadly. According to a study across all age groups, roughly half of consumers have heard of the term "prebiotics," with 48% of Generation Z responding that they have. In contrast, only 8% of Generation Z claimed that they understand the distinction between prebiotics and probiotics and their importance to one's health. Therefore, the increasing awareness of gut health will help the growth of the Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market.

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market Segment Insights:

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Type Insights

The Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients market segmentation, Based on type, the Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market has been segmented into prebiotics, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and polyphenols. The Probiotics segment held the largest market share in 2022 and Prebiotics is the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period i.e., 2023 - 2032.

Figure 1: Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market, by type, 2023 & 2032 (USD Million)

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Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Application Insights

Based on application, the Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market has been segmented into dairy & frozen, desserts, functional foods, functional beverages, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals & nutraceuticals. The Dairy & Frozen segment held the largest market share in 2022, and Functional Foods is the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period i.e., 2023 - 2032. The growth of the application segment is driven by increasing demand for nutraceuticals products, rising need for dietary supplementation, growing ageing population, and increasing incidences of obesity and diabetes diseases.

Figure 2: Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market, by Application, 2023 & 2032 (USD Million)

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Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients End User Insights

The Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients market segmentation, On the basis of end user, the Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market has been segmented into commercial and residential. The Commercial segment held the largest market in 2022 of 57.22% and Residential is the fastest growing segment during the forecast period. The factors that are influencing the growth of the end-user segment are high demand from commercial sites such as manufacturing facilities, which include pharmaceutical companies, the food industry, and hotels and restaurants.

Figure 3: Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market, by End User, 2023 & 2032 (USD Million)

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Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Distribution Channel Insights

The Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients market segmentation, based on distribution channels, includes direct and indirect. The Indirect segment accounted for the largest market share of 61.34% in 2023 and is likely to register a CAGR of 8.82% during the projected period. The Indirect segment held the largest market in 2022 and Direct is the fastest growing segment during the forecast period. This is due to factors such as high preferences for e-commerce platforms and the frequent launch of physical stores with attractive promotional activities.

Figure 4: Europe Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market, by distribution channel, 2023 & 2032 (USD Million)

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Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Country Insights

By Country, the study segments the market into Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain and Rest of Europe. Germany Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients market accounts for the largest market share 22.59% in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a 8.74% CAGR due to the growing working population in the Germany. Because of consumers' increasing adoption of healthy diets and lifestyles, which include the consumption of probiotics, prebiotics, and other gut-friendly ingredients, Europe has the second-largest market share for gut and digestive health ingredients. Furthermore, the European union's ageing population is driving demand for these ingredients as they face digestive health issues. Furthermore, Germany had the largest market share in the gut and digestive health ingredients market, while the UK had the European Country's fastest growing market. Furthermore, companies are focusing on mergers and acquisitions and strategic partnerships in order to expand their geographical presence and strengthen their market position across Europe. For example, probi and perrigo signed a comprehensive pan-European agreement in 2021 to launch probiotic concepts in 14 European countries.

Figure 5: EUROPE GUT AND DIGESTIVE HEALTH INGREDIENTS MARKET SHARE BY COUNTRY 2023 (%)

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Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

The Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market is distinguished by the presence of numerous global, regional, and local players catering to the gut and digestive health ingredients techniques that are evolving at a rapid pace. Furthermore, the increasing demand of gut and digestive health ingredients is further driving the growth of Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market during the forecast period. The major players have adopted a strategy of obtaining regulatory approval from government agencies for their products and signing contracts and agreements to broaden their reach and reduce operational costs. For instance, in June 2023, ADM (US) developed its probiotic and postbiotic production facilities in Valencia, Spain, to enhance probiotic and postbiotic production and handle its anticipated treble in demand over the following five years. The facility will enable ADM to offer probiotics and postbiotics to expanding markets in the Americas, the Pacific Rim, and Europe.

The Europe gut and digestive health ingredients market is extremely competitive, with players competing, partnering, and investing heavily in research and development to gain a significant market share. The market is moderately fragmented with rising competition, increasing collaborative partnerships, and other strategic decisions to achieve operational efficiency.

Mergers and collaborations were also observed to expand the company's product portfolio, as well as introduce new products. The growth of prominent industry players is dependent on various factors, such as market conditions, government support, and industry development. Key manufacturers in the gut and digestive health ingredients market are focusing on developing products with advanced technologies. It is also projected that a rise in the investments for R&D will also boost the market's growth in the upcoming future. 

Key Companies in the Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients market include

• ADM


• Ingredion


• Friesland Campina


• Hansen Holding A/S


• BioCare Copenhagen (DSM)


• Tate & Lyle

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Industry Developments

April 2023: FrieslandCampina (Netherlands) launched Biotis Fermentis. Biotis Fermentis is a new ingredient solution that enables brands to create truly holistic performance and active nutrition solutions, such as protein powders and shakes, that provide multiple proven health benefits, including improved gut health and muscle support, as well as perceived improvements to physical well-being, including mood and energy levels. Additionally, it is designed to support gut health in athletes and active consumers by modulating the gut microbiota composition.

April 2023: FrieslandCampina (Netherlands) introduced a unique formulation that combines the advantages of whey protein, prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharides (Biotis GOS), and probiotic cultures. It is designed to improve athletic performance and overall health.

March 2023: Clasado Biosciences (UK) recently launched Bimuno Immunity, a daily supplement designed to promote both gut and immunological health, to its line of direct-to-consumer (D2C) supplements.

June 2023: ADM (US) developed its probiotic and postbiotic production facilities in Valencia, Spain, to enhance probiotic and postbiotic production and handle its anticipated treble in demand over the following five years. The facility will enable ADM to offer probiotics and postbiotics to expanding markets in the Americas, the Pacific Rim, and Europe.

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Market Segmentation:

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Type Outlook

• Prebiotics


• Probiotics


• Digestive Enzymes


• Polyphenols

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Application Outlook

• Dairy & Frozen


• Desserts


• Functional Foods


• Functional Beverages


• Dietary Supplements


• Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients End User Outlook

• Commercial


• Residential

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Distribution Channel Outlook

• Direct


• Indirect

Gut and Digestive Health Ingredients Country Outlook

• Europe
  
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • UK
  
  
  • France
  
  
  • Spain
  
  
  • Italy
  
  
  • Rest of Europe