Antioxidants Market: Preserving the Future of Food and Wellness
The Antioxidants Market is a cornerstone of the modern food, health, and feed industries, fundamentally driven by two primary forces: the essential need for preservation in processed foods and the consumer push for ingredients that support preventative health. Antioxidants play a critical role in mitigating the harmful effects of oxidation, thereby extending the shelf life of oils, fats, meats, and finished products, making them indispensable components in a global supply chain increasingly reliant on processed and packaged goods.
The market has recently witnessed a decisive shift from synthetic to natural-source antioxidants. Growing consumer scrutiny regarding food additives and a preference for “clean-label” products are driving the demand for natural compounds like Vitamin E (Tocopherols), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), and plant-based extracts such as rosemary and green tea. This trend is particularly evident in developed economies where health consciousness is high, but it is quickly gaining traction worldwide, forcing food manufacturers to…