Market overview
The global locust bean gum market is worth USD 314 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 501 mn by 2036, growing at a 4.8% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Dairy and ice cream is the largest by application segment.
| Scope | Locust bean gum (carob gum) from carob seed, sold in food, pet food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic grades. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 300 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 314 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 501 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.8% |
| Volume 2026 | 17,417 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 22,834 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 18,000 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Locust Bean Gum market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 314 mn |
| 2027 | USD 329 mn |
| 2028 | USD 344 mn |
| 2029 | USD 361 mn |
| 2030 | USD 378 mn |
| 2031 | USD 396 mn |
| 2032 | USD 415 mn |
| 2033 | USD 435 mn |
| 2034 | USD 456 mn |
| 2035 | USD 478 mn |
| 2036 | USD 501 mn |
Locust Bean Gum market segmentation
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dairy and ice cream | 34.0% | 33.0% | USD 107 mn | 4.5% |
| Bakery | 14.0% | 13.0% | USD 44 mn | 4.0% |
| Sauces and dressings | 14.0% | 13.6% | USD 44 mn | 4.5% |
| Pet food | 18.0% | 21.1% | USD 56 mn | 6.5% |
| Pharma and cosmetics | 12.0% | 12.2% | USD 38 mn | 5.0% |
| Other | 8.0% | 7.1% | USD 25 mn | 3.5% |
By grade
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food grade | 78.0% | 75.5% | USD 245 mn | 4.5% |
| Pharma and cosmetic grade | 12.0% | 12.8% | USD 38 mn | 5.5% |
| Pet food grade | 10.0% | 11.7% | USD 31 mn | 6.5% |
By form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder | 78.0% | 76.0% | USD 245 mn | 4.5% |
| Granules | 12.0% | 13.0% | USD 38 mn | 5.6% |
| Blends with other gums | 10.0% | 11.0% | USD 31 mn | 5.8% |
By function
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stabilising | 38.0% | 36.0% | USD 119 mn | 4.2% |
| Thickening | 34.0% | 34.0% | USD 107 mn | 4.8% |
| Synergistic gelling with other gums | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 88 mn | 5.5% |
By sales channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct to food makers | 60.0% | 58.0% | USD 188 mn | 4.5% |
| Distributors | 32.0% | 33.0% | USD 100 mn | 5.1% |
| Online and retail | 8.0% | 9.0% | USD 25 mn | 6.0% |
Top 25 countries for locust bean gum by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 70.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 92.2%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 44 mn | 14.0% | USD 70 mn | 4.8% |
| 2 | Germany | USD 34 mn | 11.0% | USD 53 mn | 4.3% |
| 3 | France | USD 28 mn | 9.0% | USD 43 mn | 4.3% |
| 4 | Italy | USD 22 mn | 7.0% | USD 34 mn | 4.3% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 19 mn | 6.0% | USD 28 mn | 3.9% |
| 6 | United Kingdom | USD 19 mn | 6.0% | USD 29 mn | 4.3% |
| 7 | China | USD 19 mn | 6.0% | USD 35 mn | 6.3% |
| 8 | Spain | USD 13 mn | 4.0% | USD 20 mn | 4.8% |
| 9 | Netherlands | USD 13 mn | 4.0% | USD 19 mn | 4.3% |
| 10 | Brazil | USD 9.4 mn | 3.0% | USD 16 mn | 5.5% |
| 11 | Belgium | USD 9.4 mn | 3.0% | USD 15 mn | 4.5% |
| 12 | Switzerland | USD 7.9 mn | 2.5% | USD 12 mn | 4.5% |
| 13 | Poland | USD 6.4 mn | 2.0% | USD 13 mn | 7.1% |
| 14 | Canada | USD 5.5 mn | 1.8% | USD 8.6 mn | 4.5% |
| 15 | Australia | USD 5.0 mn | 1.6% | USD 7.7 mn | 4.5% |
| 16 | Russia | USD 4.5 mn | 1.4% | USD 6.1 mn | 2.9% |
| 17 | Turkey | USD 4.2 mn | 1.3% | USD 8.4 mn | 7.1% |
| 18 | Mexico | USD 3.9 mn | 1.2% | USD 7.8 mn | 7.2% |
| 19 | South Korea | USD 3.7 mn | 1.2% | USD 7.4 mn | 7.1% |
| 20 | Denmark | USD 3.5 mn | 1.1% | USD 5.5 mn | 4.5% |
| 21 | Sweden | USD 3.4 mn | 1.1% | USD 5.2 mn | 4.5% |
| 22 | Austria | USD 3.2 mn | 1.0% | USD 5.0 mn | 4.5% |
| 23 | Portugal | USD 3.1 mn | 1.0% | USD 4.8 mn | 4.5% |
| 24 | Argentina | USD 3.0 mn | 0.9% | USD 4.6 mn | 4.5% |
| 25 | Greece | USD 2.9 mn | 0.9% | USD 4.5 mn | 4.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 24 mn | 7.8% | USD 41 mn | 5.3% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Cargill
- IFF
- Ingredion
- Silvateam
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Altrafine Gums
- Lucid Colloids
- LBG Sicilia
- Caremoli
- Industrias Roko
- Ceamsa
- TIC Gums
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 locust bean gum 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 4.8% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by application, by grade, by form, by function, by sales channel. 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 locust bean gum market?
The global locust bean gum market is estimated at USD 300 mn in 2025 and USD 314 mn in 2026.
How fast will the locust bean gum market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 501 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.8% from 2026, an increase of USD 188 mn.
Which country is the largest market for locust bean gum?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 44 mn in 2026, 14.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 34.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 6.3% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which locust bean gum segment is largest?
In the by application split, Dairy and ice cream is the largest segment with 34.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading locust bean gum companies?
Global leaders include Cargill, IFF, Ingredion, Silvateam.
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