Soy Protein Hydrolysate Market

Soy Protein Hydrolysate Market Outlook

The global soy protein hydrolysate market is projected to embark on a positive growth trajectory, clocking a CAGR worth 5% across the 2021-2031 forecast period. As of 2021, Fact.MR anticipates sales of soy protein hydrolysates to be valued at over US$ 1 Bn, expected to further reach US$ 1.64 Bn by the end of the aforementioned decade.

Market Size (2021)	US$ 1.01 Bn
Projected Market Forecast Value by 2031	US$ 1.64 Bn
Value CAGR (2021-2031)	5%

Demand Analysis of the Soy Protein Hydrolysate for 2016-2020 Vs Market Outlook for 2021 to 2031

As per Fact.MR – a market research and competitive intelligence provider, during the historic period of 2016 to 2020, the market expanded at a CAGR of 4%. Increasing consumption of functional food owing to growing awareness about their health benefits has reflected positive trends in the global soy protein hydrolysate production landscape.

During the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pandemic, consumption of soy protein infused products inclined sharply, attributed to the presence of key immunity boosting elements, including histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and valine.

Moreover, consumers are increasingly inclining towards food items that offer nutrients, emulsifiers, fat & water absorption, and restaurants supplements. This, in turn, is driving demand for soy protein hydrolysate across the globe. Considering the aforementioned factors, the market for soy protein hydrolysate is projected to touch US$ 1.64 Bn by the end of the forecast period (2021-2031).

How are Various Nutritional Benefits acting as a Growth Lever for the Soy Protein Hydrolysate Industry?

Regular intake of soy protein hydrolysate can help boost body immunity. A positive outlook towards its role in managing various chronic ailments is also expected to have a positive impact on the future prospects of the market. Soy protein hydrolysate is prepared from the protein obtained from soya beans and has low fat, lactose, and cholesterol content.

According to the U.S. Soybean Export Council, when one considers the importance of consuming a varied diet, Chinese and Japanese soy intake, and the amounts of soy associated with benefits in epidemiologic and clinical studies, a reasonable intake goal for adults is 15 g soy protein and about 50 mg total isoflavones per day.

Soy protein hydrolysate is recommended for those who are lactose allergic. In addition, the product is extremely popular amongst athletes due to its fast digestion properties – an important element of an athlete’s diet. Soy protein hydrolysate is used for preparing natural food items and protein shake & drinks. Soy protein hydrolysate is safe for consumption, however, may have health implications on people allergic to soya beans.

How are the Health Benefits of Soy Protein Hydrolysate Propelling Growth?

There are various health benefits of consuming soy protein hydrolysate. The product can help in increasing immunity and is beneficial in controlling diseases such as diabetes and blood pressure. The popularity of soy protein hydrolysate is growing among athletes and sports personnel as it can be easily digested and provides instant energy. 

At the same time, increasing use in preparing health drinks, protein shakes, and energy bars are likely to propel the growth of the global soy protein hydrolysate market over the next couple of years. The market is also anticipated to benefit from the fact that soy protein hydrolysate is being readily utilized in preparing bakery & confectionery items that are commercially sold. 

Since soy protein hydrolysate is manufactured using soya bean protein, they contain partial or, in most cases, zero lactose, cholesterol, and fat content. Soy protein hydrolysate is becoming popular among people who are lactose intolerant.

Why are Soybean Hydrolysate Fertilizers Acquiring Popularity?

Agriculturists around the world are increasingly encouraging usage of plant-derived organic fertilizers. This is largely in response to concerns over soil degradation while using single use synthetic fertilizers. Besides chances of contamination of surrounding underground water and increase in toxic salts, they eliminate useful microorganisms for plant nutrition.

While deploying organic fertilizers, soil microorganisms themselves degrade them until they become water soluble compounds that plants take advantage from. Another valuable feature is that they stimulate bacterial and fungal activity which benefits the soil in general. Moreover, organic fertilizers help proliferate growth of microorganisms.

Based on these properties, deployment of soybean protein hydrolysate fertilizers is augmenting on a large-scale. Several small-scale and medium-scale manufacturers are active in this domain. For instance, Qingdao Future Group manufactures the AmiStar® 800 soybean hydrolysate fertilizer, obtained from soybean cake and completely water soluble. Furthermore, it provides organic nitrogen in free amino acid form which can be directly used in the crop. It is highly adherent to leaves, attributed to its high viscocity.

Country-Wise Analysis

Proliferating Vegan Population Widening Demand for Soy Protein Hydrolysate in the U.S?

The U.S soy protein hydrolysate industry is gaining momentum and is predicted to remain the most lucrative across North America, attributed to a mushrooming vegetarian and vegan population in recent years. According to VeganNews, the number of Americans following plant-based diets is around 10 million, or nearly 3% of the population. This is almost a 300% increase over the last 15 years. 

According to Fact.MR, the market for soy protein hydrolysate in the U.S is expected to capture 33% of global revenue. Furthermore, the most commonly used cooking oil in the U.S is soybean oil, which is typically labelled as vegetable oil. The Soy Nutrition Institute also says that about 7% of the calories consumed by Americans come from soybean oil. Soy protein is primarily utilized by the food industry for functional purposes, such as moisture retention, instead of nutritional reasons.

Taking into account the aforementioned trends, it is unsurprising to find prominent manufacturers vying for a significant presence. For instance, Archer Dainels Midland Company (ADM) offers the Pro-Fam® 974 Isolated Soy Protein, a soluble, dispersible product developed for use in food systems requiring highly functional proteins, and is used in processed meats, emulsified meats, and sausage-type meats. Likewise, CHS Inc. offers a broad range of soy protein isolates for ready-to-drink and dry blended beverages.

What has Stimulated Increased Soy Protein Consumption across China?

According to China Dialogue, over the last 25 years, soy imports have increased 25% annually on average, reaching almost 100 million tons in 2020. A key expansion driver for the East Asian giant is the flourishing livestock industry. Between 2008 and 2020, the amount of soybean meal used in China rose from 31.67 million to 76.83 million tons.

The Chinese government is also making efforts to balance out consumption of plant and animal proteins, which is also widening growth prospects for soy protein hydrolysates across the country. Soy protein contains eight out of nine essential amino acids required by the human body. Also, extensive reliance on soy protein as animal fodder has led to wastage of resources. For obtaining 1 kg of animal protein, 2-4 kg of soy protein is used.

Hence, using soy protein for human consumption could reduce this wastage by 2-4 tons. Also, efforts are also being made to curb food wastage from commercial sectors, mostly from restaurants. About 34-36 million tons of food is wasted annually by Chinese cities, as per a report published by the National People’s Congress Standing Committee. Hence, cutting this waste in half would enable saving of up to 60 million tons of food every year, while also free up land for soy cultivation. Based on aforementioned trends, the market for China is slated to account for 45% of global soy protein hydrolysate demand.

Category-Wise Insights

Which Form of Soy Protein Hydrolysate is projected to Remain Lucrative?

Dry soy protein hydrolysate will continue to outsell the liquid variant throughout the assessment period. As per Fact.MR, the segment currently commands 84% market share. By 2031, over US$ 1.5 Bn worth of dry soy protein hydrolysate is expected to be consumed worldwide.

This elevated share of dry soy protein hydrolysate stems from the fact that it is easily incorporated across a variety of food applications. Key manufacturers, such as DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences, are active in the dry soy protein domain. The company offers soy protein alternatives for meat applications (RESPONSE®), meat alternatives (SUPRO® and ALPHA®), nutrition bars, snacks & cereals and animal feed.

How is the Functional Food Segment Leading the Market?

Consumption of soy protein hydrolysate through functional food is expected to remain significantly high in the forthcoming years. According to Fact.MR, the segment was valued at US$ 261.4 Mn as of 2020. Increasing demand for additional protein intake is spurring demand.

Soy flour, more specifically, highly purified soy proteins, contain various constituents that prove useful in combating numerous diseases. For instance, soy isoflavones may help prevent diseases associated with post-menopausal women, such as osteoporosis and coronary heart disease.

Will Soy Protein Hydrolysates Uptake as Nutrients Continue to Flourish?

According to Fact.MR, the fulfillment of nutrients is the most prominent function of soy protein hydrolysates, and is likely to account for a CAGR of 5% across the 2021-2031 assessment period. Demand is especially high, as consumers increase their intake of plant-based protein hydrolysates.

Moreover, plant-derived hydrolysates act as effective plant bio-stimulants, attributed to their potential to enhance germination, productivity and quality of a wide range of horticultural and agronomic crops. Also, soy-based protein hydrolysates are said to possess anti-obesity, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancer effects.

Competitive Landscape

Key manufacturers of soy protein hydrolysate emphasize on forging collaborative and acquisition agreements with existing small, medium and large scale market players so as to enhance their brand outreach. Moreover, several players are also reliant on introducing new product lines. Notable developments in the industry as follows:

• In July 2021, Archer Daniels Midland announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Sojaprotein, a leading European provider of non-GMO soy ingredients. This acquisition is likely to build on Archer Daniels recent foray into alternative proteins, including its soy protein complex in Campo Grande, Brazil; its new pea protein plant in Enderlin, North Dakota and its PlantPlus Foods joint venture among others.
• In September 2021, Abbott Nutrition announced the launch of plant-based protein and organic food ingredients for people who rely on feeding tubes with the relaunch of its PediaSure Harvest and the launch of Ensure Harvest products. The Harvest products are made with organic fruits and vegetables, including pureed mango, spinach, pumpkin, banana, and carrot juice concentrate. Harvest can be used as sole-source nutrition or as a supplement to meet daily nutrition requirements.

Soy Protein Hydrolysate Market Report Scope

Report Attribute	Details
Forecast Period	2021-2031
Historical Data Available for	2016-2020
Market Analysis	Revenue (US$ Mn)
Key Regions Covered	North America Latin America Europe East Asia South Asia Oceania Middle East & Africa
Key Countries Covered	U.S. Canada Germany U.K. France Spain Italy Russia China Japan South Korea India Australia Brazil Mexico Argentina GCC South Africa
Key Market Segments Covered	Form Application Function Region
Key Companies Profiled	Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences The Good Scents Company Abbott Nutrition Kerry Group Plc. Royal Friesland Campina N.V Cargill Inc. Arla Foods Costantino & C S.p.A New Alliance Dye Chem Pvt. Ltd Solae LLC Bunge Limited
Pricing	Available upon Request

Key Segments Covered

• Form

  • Dry Soy Protein Hydrolysate
  • Liquid Soy Protein Hydrolysate

• Application

  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Functional Foods
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Bakery & Confectionery
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Pharmaceuticals
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Cosmetics & Personal Care
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Fertilizers
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Other Applications

• Function

  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate as Nutrients
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate as Emulsifiers
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate as Fat & Water Absorbents
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate as Texturants
  • Soy Protein Hydrolysate for Other Functions