The global galacto oligosaccharides market size was valued at USD 703.8 million in 2017. Growing intake of dietary supplements owing to its tremendous health benefits is expected to pose favorable opportunities for the growth of global galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) market size.

                               Global Galacto Oligosaccharides Market Size, 2015-2025 (Tons, USD Million)

Rising instances of chronic diseases throughout the developed and developing economies is a significant factor contributing to the growth of galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) market size. Factors burgeoning the development of chronic disease is changing diet patterns, uneven meal timings as well as growing influence towards western lifestyles. This has urged several industries to invest in research & technological innovations to develop products such as GOS and FOS which constitute functional properties. Multiple types of functional ingredients in the food & beverage industry are being used in cereals, bakery foods, food supplements, and dairy products. Furthermore, the market is also driven by growing nutritional needs of the elderly population, ill patients and the rising count of premature births which has spurred the need for medical products such as supplements, thus, driving the growth of the global galacto oligosaccharides market.

Global galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) market size is expected to rise rapidly in the near future owing to the growing need for prebiotic dietary supplements. Prebiotics dietary supplements garnered a market revenue of USD 633.3 million in 2017. Prebiotic dietary fibers aid in food fermentations in the colon and support digestive health in various ways. Fructooligosaccharide, inulin, and galactooligosaccharides have been considered safe for consumption and have attained GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) recognition under Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (section 201(s)). The product has also been claimed to lower the potential pathogenic microorganisms and gastrointestinal discomforts.

Introduction of galacto-oligosaccharides in food products is expected to drive the prebiotic food and beverages market in the coming years. For instance, King-Prebiotics GOS-570-S is a GOS with a specification of 57% in a liquid syrup form is widely used in a food and beverage applications namely, liquid milk, dairy products, formulated milk powder, dietary supplements, and beverages. Prebiotic enriched food and beverage stimulate the growth of both Bifidus and acidophilus bacteria and also promotes the absorption of calcium and iron in the human body.

                                   Global GOS Market Value Share, By Application, 2017 (%)

Per the World Health Organization (WHO), infants should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months. Breast milk constitutes a variety of bioactive agents that smoothen the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, immune system, and also aids in brain development. However, rapid industrialization, self-dependence, economic growth, and ever-rising needs have forced a lot of mothers to enter the workforce. Subsequently, breastfeeding is being substituted by formula feeding and this is expected to provide a major boost to the growth of global GOS market.

In 2017, Europe and Asia Pacific together accounted for more than 85% of the global galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) market size, by both volume and value. Rise in the number of infants, especially in developing economies of China and India is a key factor behind the development of galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) market size in the Asian region. Also, a surging number of middle-class households, on account of economic and population growth as well as the abandonment of the one-child policy has further driven the Chinese demand for infant formula.

Trend for organic baby food products has become an important purchase consideration, particularly in Europe. Rise in purchasing power along with the increasing awareness about the nutritional needs of infants among European parents is driving the growth of Europe galacto oligosaccharides market. Europeans are constantly shifting and changing their brand loyalty on the basis of natural nutrient content present in the product line. The high nutrient value offered by multiple food manufacturers is the major reason behind the changing preferences for baby food among European customers. Apart from this, heavy promotion and advertisement strategies are the other factors stimulating the galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) market size in this region.

Key manufacturers in the global GOS market are majorly involved in new product innovation and development as well as the expansion of existing infant formula production facilities. For instance, in February 2018, Danone doubled its production capacity of the New Zealand Factory, to meet the growing demand for its infant formula business.

Key segments of the global GOS market

Application Overview, 2015-2025 (Tons) (USD Million)

• Prebiotic Food & Beverages
• Prebiotic Dietary Supplements
• Others

Regional Overview, 2015-2025 (Tons) (USD Million)

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • France
  • UK
  • Germany
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • India
  • Japan
  • China
  • Rest of APAC
• Rest of World (RoW)

Reasons for the study

• The purpose of the study is to give an exhaustive outlook of the global galacto oligosaccharides market
• While studying the market, we observed that use of the term ‘dietary fiber’ is widely regulated by agencies such as EPA and FDA
• Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest growing region owing to increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and rapid demand for infant nutrition in China
• The global GOS market is projected to witness lucrative opportunity in developing regions of Latin America and Middle East & Africa due to accelerating demand for sedentary lifestyle because of rising financial status of consumers

What does the report include?

• The study on the global GOS market includes qualitative factors such as drivers, trends, and opportunities
• Additionally, the market has been evaluated using the SWOT analysis and Porter’s Five Forces’ analysis and PESTEL analysis
• The study covers qualitative and quantitative analysis of the market segmented on the basis of application and region. Moreover, the study provides similar information for the key geographies.
• Actual market sizes and forecasts have been provided for all the above-mentioned segments
• The study includes the profiles of key players in the market with a significant global and/or regional presence

Who should buy this report?

This study is suitable for industry participants and stakeholders in the GOS market, who want an in-depth insight into the movement of the functional foods market. The report will benefit:

• Executives of food and beverage companies that are engaged in the prebiotics and dietary fiber product manufacturing
• Managers within financial institutions looking to publish recent and forecasted statistics pertaining to digestive enzyme market
• Venture capitalists and investors looking for more information on the future outlook of the global prebiotics market
• Government organizations, regulatory authorities, policymakers and financial organizations looking for innovations in food products
• Analysts, researchers, educators, strategy managers, and academic institutions looking for insights into the market to determine future strategies