Agriculture & Food Sectors Drive Propionic Acid Demand Amid Rising Preservation Needs
The global propionic acid market size is expected to reach USD 1.40 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 3.4% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Animal feed application dominated the market accounting for over 50% of global demand in 2013. Increasing demand for mold & bacteria curbing additives in animal feed coupled with growing concern for improving animal nutrition is expected to drive market growth. Europe was the largest regional market accounting for over 35% of global market demand in 2013. Favorable regulatory scenario along with growing food preservative & animal feed market in the region has favored propionic acid demand over the past few years. The regional market is expected to continue dominance over the forecast period on account of new market supporting regulations and expanding niche applications including herbicides & bakery preservatives. ‘The European Union Hygiene Directive’ by REACH...