Gelatin Market Top Players, Segments & Size Analysis by 2034

Introduction

Straits Research released its highly anticipated report, “Gelatin Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2034”. According to the study, the global gelatin market size is estimated at USD 3.47 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 5.77 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period

Market Dynamics

The gelatin market growth is driven by growing demand in the cosmetics industry as a gelling agent, thickener, emulsifier, and film former in products such as creams, lotions, shampoos, and sunscreens. These are widely used products as cosmetics and skin care products. Year-on-year growing demand for cosmetic and skin care solutions propels the demand for gelatin as a key component with multiple roles. According to L'Oréal, the beauty market is growing over the years. The global beauty market experienced 8% growth in the previous year and 4.5% growth last year. This consistent and notable growth fuels the demand for gelatin in the cosmetic industry.

Gelatin is a natural protein derived from animal collagen by boiling the sources, such as bovine, where stable sol forms in warm conditions and reversible gel when cooled. It is applicable across key industries such as the food & beverages industry, the healthcare industry, and possesses applications in the development of X-ray films as well as photographic films. Such a wide range of applications underscores gelatin market growth.

Market Highlights

• Source: The Bovine segment leads with over 33.25% market share.
• End Use: The Healthcare segment is projected to witness the highest CAGR (~7.20%) during the forecast period.
• Regional Insights: North America dominates with over 33.61% share.

Competitive Players

1. GELITA
2. Rousselot
3. Nitta Gelatin, Inc.
4. Nippi, Inc.
5. Weishardt
6. Trobas Gelatine B.V.
7. Lapi Gelatine S.p.a
8. Juncà Gelatines
9. ITALGEL S.r.l.
10. Sterling Biotech Limited
11. PB Leiner
12. Funingpu
13. BANAGEL CO., LTD.
14. Yasin Gelatin
15. Genu-in
16. American Gelatin Company
17. MP Biomedicals
18. FIT Gelatins
19. SAGMA
20. Foodmate Co., Ltd.
21. Others

Recent Developments

Segmentation

1. By Source (2022-2034)
   1. Bovine
   2. Marine
   3. Porcine
   4. Poultry
2. By End Use (2022-2034)
   1. Food & Beverages
   2. Functional Food & Beverages
   3. Meat Processing
   4. Dietary Supplements
   5. Confectionery
   6. Deserts
   7. Healthcare
   8. Cosmetics
   9. Others
3. By Region (2022-2034)
   1. North America
      1. U.S.
      2. Canada
   2. Europe
      1. UK
      2. Germany
      3. France
      4. Spain
      5. Italy
      6. Russia
      7. Nordic
      8. Benelux
      9. Rest of Europe
   3. Asia Pacific
      1. China
      2. South Korea
      3. Japan
      4. India
      5. Australia
      6. Taiwan
      7. Southeast Asia
      8. Rest of Asia Pacific
   4. Middle East and Africa
      1. UAE
      2. Turkey
      3. Saudi Arabia
      4. South Africa
      5. Egypt
      6. Nigeria
      7. Rest of Middle East & Africa
   5. Latin America
      1. Brazil
      2. Mexico
      3. Argentina
      4. Chile
      5. Colombia
      6. Rest of Latin America