The global gelatin market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.64% during the review period. The market's growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for functional and convenient food and beverage products and the demand for medicinal and biomedical applications is increasing. Market players are expected to witness profitable growth opportunities in the global market due to the use of gelatin as a biodegradable packaging material for food products.
The key players operating in the global gelatin market include Darling Ingredients Inc. (US), International Tessenderlo Group (Belgium), Nitta Gelatin, Inc. (Brazil), Gelita AG. (Germany), Weishardt International (France), ITALGEL S.p.A. (Italy), Lapi Group SpA (Italy), Gelco International (Brazil), Hangzhou Qunli Gelatin Chemical Co., Ltd. (China), and Trobas Gelatine BV (Netherlands). The market comprises tier-1, tier-2, and local players. The tier-1 and tier-2 players have a global reach and diverse product portfolios. Darling Ingredients Inc., Tessenderlo Group, Nitta Gelatin Inc., Gelita AG., and Weishardt International are the players dominating the global market due to brand reputation, product differentiation, financial stability, and diversified regional presence
The market players are focused on investing in research & development and adopting strategic growth initiatives such as product launches, joint ventures, patent approval, acquisition, expansion, certifications, partnerships, and investment to strengthen their market position and capture a large customer base.
Cattle meat, pork, and fish are the key raw materials used in the manufacture of gelatin. Europe is one of the leading animal producers and exporters accompanied by countries like China, the US, and Brazil. Especially, pork meat production has been showing a witnessing trend in European countries over the past five years. For instance, according to Eurostat data, Germany’s pork meat production has been consistent over the past five years with an average annual production of 5220 thousand metric tonnes.
Brazil is the leading exporter of gelatin and exported gelatin worth USD 338 million in 2020, followed by Germany and China registering an export of USD 257 million and USD 194 million respectively. In terms of world gelatin imports, the United States is the major importer registering a total gelatin import of USD 318 million. Germany and Japan are the other two major gelatin importers. Thus, based on the key raw materials production, exports, and gelatin production, the major six countries are US, Brazil, China, Japan, Germany, and France. The market share of key companies in the top six countries are given below.
The benchmarking is done by assessing the product breadth & price range offered; strategic partnerships, collaborations, and M&A conducted by the company in the sector; and product based on years of experience in the industry.
Each product and service that a company offers are compiled into a product portfolio. The origins of the company's sales, profitability, and growth possibilities can be revealed by a thorough review of its portfolio. The portfolio can be seen as a collection of product lines or as a collection of distinct items. Sometimes having a strong portfolio helps in creating a good customer base.
The regional presence helps to identify the number of areas in which the company is having its presence. A strong territorial network creates value by determining the priorities of the cities, states, or countries and this helps in maintaining the product portfolio of the company.
A strategic alliance is an agreement between two businesses to work together on a project that will benefit both parties while maintaining their individual freedom. Compared to a joint venture, which sees two companies pool their resources to form a new company, the arrangement is simpler and less legally enforceable.
The knowledge and skills in a particular field or trade are known as industry experience. Through industry experience, one can figure out how many years the company is operating in the market. It is easy for consumers to trust a company with good industry experience.
Threat of New Entrants
The global gelatin market is highly lucrative due to the widening application scope in various industries. There are several large players present in the market, which makes it difficult for the new entrant to create its place in the market. Moreover, initial investments and working capital required to efficiently operate a gelatin production facility are high. Thus, the need for high initial capital, high production cost, and technical expertise pose barriers for new entrants. However, the high return involved with the high demand for natural gelatin from various industries might attract new players to enter the market.
Hence, the threat of new entrants in the global gelatin market is expected to be low to moderate.
Bargaining Power of Suppliers
There are local as well as global raw material suppliers in the market, however, producers of gelatin find it easy to move because doing so has low switching costs. This weakens the suppliers' negotiating position. Thus, to maintain a consistent supply of raw materials, the manufacturers either indulge in long-term contracts with the suppliers or undergo backward integration. This limits the bargaining power of the suppliers.
Hence, The Bargaining Power Of Suppliers In The Global Gelatin Market Is Expected To Be Low To Moderate.
Bargaining Power of Buyers
The buyers in the global gelatin market are food & beverage manufacturers, animal feed manufacturers, pharmaceuticals & nutraceuticals manufacturers, and cosmetic manufacturers. Several gelatin manufacturers operate in the market, which increases product availability and reduces the switching cost for buyers. Therefore, buyers have several options for ingredient procurement, which, in turn, increases their bargaining power of buyers.
Hence, the bargaining power of buyers in the global gelatin market is expected to be moderate to high.
Threat of Substitutes
The global gelatin market faces intense competition. The awareness and availability of alternatives such as agar-agar, carrageenan, pectin, and starch-based gums such as xanthan and guar are growing owing to the robust marketing strategies employed by the major players. By analyzing these factors, it is identified that there are chances of product substitution at a high level, due to the availability of multiple options in the global market.
Hence, the threat of substitutes in the global gelatin market is expected to be high.
Intensity of Rivalry
The Gelatin industry is highly fragmented, with high competition among industry players. The presence of several large players with the ability to enhance their operations through vertical integration will further escalate industry rivalry. The established players in the market are competing in terms of quality and price, thus making the industry competitive and reducing the profit potential for the existing firms. The rivalry among the competitors is strong as a result of the established firms' efforts to grow their customer base through marketing campaigns and technical advancements. The key players invest in R&D to bring innovation to their product lines and prioritize product development to meet the changing consumer preferences.
Hence, the intensity of rivalry in the global gelatin market is expected to be high.
