Market overview
The global citrus molasses market is worth USD 144 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 189 mn by 2036, growing at a 2.8% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Cattle and ruminant feed is the largest by use segment.
| Scope | Molasses recovered from citrus peel liquor, sold mainly as a feed energy ingredient for cattle and as a fermentation feedstock and flavour base. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 140 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 144 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 189 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 2.8% |
| Volume 2026 | 832 thousand tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 993 thousand tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 172 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Citrus Molasses market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 144 mn |
| 2027 | USD 148 mn |
| 2028 | USD 152 mn |
| 2029 | USD 156 mn |
| 2030 | USD 160 mn |
| 2031 | USD 165 mn |
| 2032 | USD 169 mn |
| 2033 | USD 174 mn |
| 2034 | USD 179 mn |
| 2035 | USD 184 mn |
| 2036 | USD 189 mn |
Citrus Molasses market segmentation
By use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle and ruminant feed | 62.0% | 60.0% | USD 89 mn | 2.5% |
| Pet and other feed | 8.0% | 8.5% | USD 11 mn | 3.5% |
| Fermentation feedstock | 18.0% | 19.2% | USD 26 mn | 3.5% |
| Food flavour and other | 12.0% | 12.2% | USD 17 mn | 3.0% |
By source fruit
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | 72.0% | 69.8% | USD 103 mn | 2.5% |
| Lemon and lime | 12.0% | 12.9% | USD 17 mn | 3.6% |
| Grapefruit and mandarin | 16.0% | 17.3% | USD 23 mn | 3.6% |
By brix grade
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Below 65 Brix | 25.0% | 26.0% | USD 36 mn | 3.2% |
| 65 to 72 Brix | 48.0% | 47.0% | USD 69 mn | 2.6% |
| Above 72 Brix | 27.0% | 27.0% | USD 39 mn | 2.8% |
By buyer
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed mills | 42.0% | 41.0% | USD 60 mn | 2.5% |
| Farms and total-mixed-ration blenders | 24.0% | 25.0% | USD 34 mn | 3.2% |
| Fermentation plants | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 29 mn | 2.8% |
| Traders and distributors | 14.0% | 14.0% | USD 20 mn | 2.8% |
By delivery format
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk tanker | 70.0% | 68.0% | USD 100 mn | 2.5% |
| Intermediate bulk containers | 20.0% | 21.0% | USD 29 mn | 3.3% |
| Drums | 10.0% | 11.0% | USD 14 mn | 3.8% |
Top 25 countries for citrus molasses by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 85.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 95.2%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 40 mn | 28.0% | USD 49 mn | 2.0% |
| 2 | Brazil | USD 29 mn | 20.0% | USD 38 mn | 3.0% |
| 3 | China | USD 11 mn | 8.0% | USD 17 mn | 3.9% |
| 4 | Spain | USD 10 mn | 7.0% | USD 13 mn | 3.0% |
| 5 | Mexico | USD 8.6 mn | 6.0% | USD 12 mn | 3.5% |
| 6 | Italy | USD 5.7 mn | 4.0% | USD 7.4 mn | 2.5% |
| 7 | Argentina | USD 5.7 mn | 4.0% | USD 7.8 mn | 3.0% |
| 8 | Turkey | USD 4.3 mn | 3.0% | USD 6.4 mn | 4.1% |
| 9 | South Africa | USD 4.3 mn | 3.0% | USD 5.7 mn | 2.8% |
| 10 | Egypt | USD 3.6 mn | 2.5% | USD 5.1 mn | 3.6% |
| 11 | Morocco | USD 2.5 mn | 1.8% | USD 3.3 mn | 2.7% |
| 12 | Greece | USD 2.1 mn | 1.5% | USD 2.7 mn | 2.7% |
| 13 | Australia | USD 1.7 mn | 1.2% | USD 2.3 mn | 2.7% |
| 14 | India | USD 1.4 mn | 1.0% | USD 2.1 mn | 3.9% |
| 15 | Chile | USD 1.2 mn | 0.8% | USD 1.6 mn | 2.7% |
| 16 | Peru | USD 0.99 mn | 0.7% | USD 1.3 mn | 2.6% |
| 17 | Netherlands | USD 0.83 mn | 0.6% | USD 1.1 mn | 2.6% |
| 18 | Germany | USD 0.69 mn | 0.5% | USD 0.91 mn | 2.8% |
| 19 | France | USD 0.57 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.76 mn | 2.8% |
| 20 | Canada | USD 0.47 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.62 mn | 2.8% |
| 21 | Uruguay | USD 0.39 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.51 mn | 2.8% |
| 22 | Colombia | USD 0.33 mn | 0.2% | USD 0.43 mn | 2.8% |
| 23 | Algeria | USD 0.27 mn | 0.2% | USD 0.36 mn | 2.8% |
| 24 | Tunisia | USD 0.23 mn | 0.2% | USD 0.30 mn | 2.8% |
| 25 | Pakistan | USD 0.19 mn | 0.1% | USD 0.25 mn | 2.8% |
| Rest of world | USD 6.8 mn | 4.8% | USD 8.8 mn | 2.5% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Cutrale
- Citrosuco
- Louis Dreyfus Company
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Citrus World
- Ventura Coastal
- Southern Gardens Citrus
- Sunkist Growers
- Peace River Citrus Products
- Westway Feed Products
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Quality Liquid Feeds
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the citrus molasses market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 2.8% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by use, by source fruit, by brix grade, by buyer, by delivery format. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the citrus molasses market?
The global citrus molasses market is estimated at USD 140 mn in 2025 and USD 144 mn in 2026.
How fast will the citrus molasses market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 189 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 2.8% from 2026, an increase of USD 46 mn.
Which country is the largest market for citrus molasses?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 40 mn in 2026, 28.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 56.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, Turkey is growing fastest at 4.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which citrus molasses segment is largest?
In the by use split, Cattle and ruminant feed is the largest segment with 62.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading citrus molasses companies?
Global leaders include Cutrale, Citrosuco, Louis Dreyfus Company.
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