Ingredients are evolving in a variety of ways, with emerging ingredient trends focusing on sustainability and added health benefits. Specialty enzyme manufacturer Biocatalysts has identified eight trends that will dominate the market in 2025. First and foremost, the plant-based movement continues to trend upward, with emerging work in new alternative proteins bringing innovative new protein sources (like algae!) to market. Second, clean label practices are revolutionizing ingredient lists – from natural flavor enhancers, to plant-based emulsifiers, and more. And third, functional ingredients are coming to the forefront of the market, promising health benefits that target specific areas of wellness beyond just “good health”.
For more information and to see all eight emerging ingredient trends, visit Biocatalysts.
Reference:
1 Biocatalysts. “Ingredient innovation leading the food industry in 2025.” Published online January 2, 2025.
