- Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol widely used as a low-calorie sweetener and humectant in various industries, including food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. It is valued for its non-cariogenic nature, moisture retention, and stabilizing properties, making it a versatile functional ingredient
- The sorbitol market is witnessing steady growth driven by increasing consumer demand for sugar-free and low-calorie products, expanding applications in oral care and cosmetics, rising health awareness related to diabetes and obesity, and the growing use of sorbitol as an excipient in pharmaceutical formulations
- Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the sorbitol market with a largest share of 56.5%, due to the high demand for sorbitol in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries
- North America is expected to be the fastest growing region in the sorbitol market during the forecast period due to increasing demand for low-calorie sweeteners in the food and beverage industry
- Liquid segment is expected to dominate the market with a market share of 76.5% due to its widespread use in food and beverage applications as a low-calorie sweetener, along with its ease of handling, better solubility, and faster absorption compared to the powder form
