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Global Sorbitol Market 2025

Sorbitol Market Size

In 2021, the global sorbitol market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the global market remained at a lower figure.

Sorbitol Production

In value terms, sorbitol production reduced slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Sorbitol Exports

Exports

In 2021, shipments abroad of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) increased by 61% to X tons, rising for the fifth consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, exports recorded buoyant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sorbitol exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed prominent growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

France represented the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which finished at 45% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Indonesia (X tons), China (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Thailand (X tons), together comprising a 41% share of total exports. Germany (X tons) and the United States (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

France was also the fastest-growing in terms of the sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) exports, with a CAGR of +171.3% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Turkey (+92.3%) and Indonesia (+8.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Thailand and China experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, the United States (-2.4%) and Germany (-7.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of France and Turkey increased by +45 and +9.6 percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, France ($X) emerged as the largest sorbitol supplier worldwide, comprising 45% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Indonesia ($X), with a 12% share of global exports. It was followed by China, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in France stood at +120.8%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Indonesia (+7.3% per year) and China (-0.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sorbitol export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 11% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 13% against the previous year. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+3.0%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Sorbitol Imports

Imports

Global sorbitol imports was estimated at X tons in 2021, increasing by 2.2% compared with 2020 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 13% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, sorbitol imports reached $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 24%. Global imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Poland (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Germany (X tons), Spain (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), Italy (X tons), Pakistan (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Slovakia (X tons) and Russia (X tons) represented the major importer of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) in the world, constituting 60% of total import. The UK (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Slovakia (with a CAGR of +61.2%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sorbitol importing markets worldwide were Spain ($X), Poland ($X) and Vietnam ($X), together comprising 22% of global imports. These countries were followed by Thailand, Germany, Nigeria, Italy, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Slovakia, the UK, South Korea and Russia, which together accounted for a further 37%.

Slovakia, with a CAGR of +53.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average sorbitol import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 9.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a mild reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+3.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of sorbitol consumption was France, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, sorbitol consumption in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Poland, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.2% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were France, China and Indonesia, with a combined 86% share of global production. The United States and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 12%.
In value terms, France emerged as the largest sorbitol supplier worldwide, comprising 47% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 13% share of global exports. It was followed by China, with a 12% share.
In value terms, Spain, Poland and the Netherlands appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 26% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Thailand, Germany, Vietnam, Nigeria, Italy, Pakistan, Slovakia, the UK, Russia and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 40%.
In 2021, the average sorbitol export price amounted to $769 per ton, surging by 30% against the previous year.
The average sorbitol import price stood at $727 per ton in 2021, surging by 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global sorbitol market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20595770 - Sorbitol (excluding D-glucitol)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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