- The market is witnessing strong growth across both developed and emerging regions, propelled by rising consumption of chocolates, gummies, and other sugar-based confections
- Key players are focusing on customized formulations to meet specific needs in different confectionery processes such as molding, demolding, and panning
- Europe dominated the release agents in confectionery market with the largest revenue share of 39.88% in 2024, driven by the strong presence of established confectionery manufacturers, strict food safety regulations, and growing consumer preference for clean-label and allergen-free products
- Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the highest growth rate in the global release agents in confectionary market, driven by increasing urbanization, growing middle-class populations, and the rising popularity of Western-style confectionery products, particularly in China, India, and Southeast Asian countries
- The vegetable oils segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2024, driven by growing demand for natural and plant-based ingredients in confectionery production. Manufacturers are increasingly turning to vegetable oil-based release agents for their clean-label appeal, regulatory compliance, and superior performance in preventing sticking during high-temperature processes. These agents are also favored for their sustainability, allergen-free nature, and minimal impact on flavor or texture
