Lecithin is a naturally occurring fatty substance found in several foods, including egg yolks, soybeans, nuts, and whole grains. The lecithin molecules have both hydrophilic and lipophilic (water-loving and fat-loving) parts that support the dispersion of oil and water. Lecithin is a natural emulsifier used in food and pharmaceutical industries. Major factor driving the growth of the market is the increasing demand from various end use industries.

 Moreover, growing preference for natural ingredients is further propelling the growth of the global lecithin market. The rise in awareness towards the health benefits of natural products has resulted in people incorporating various methods like organic food consumption to their modern lifestyle. Moreover, the trend is not only confined to food industry, but is also penetrating the cosmetics industry where lecithin is one of the components. Natural & organic cosmetics are preferred over the conventional ones as they are free from chemicals and have no adverse effects.

Geographically, the global lecithin market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Central & South America, and Middle East and Africa. Europe held the major share of the global lecithin market in 2017, and is projected to retain its dominance during 2018-2024.  The growth in the region is attributed to various government regulations regarding the use of phospholipids. The Asia-pacific lecithin market is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the growing food and pharmaceutical industries in the region.

Some of the key companies operating in the market include Cargill; Archer Daniels Midland; Lipoid GmbH; American Lecithin Company, DuPont; Bunge, Inc.; Soya International; Bristol-Myers Squibb; Lecico GmbH; Sodrugestvo Group, among others.

CHAPTER 1. Market Scope and Methodology

1.1. Research methodology

1.2. Research scope & assumptions

1.3. List of data sources

CHAPTER 2. Executive Summary

2.1. Lecithin Market – Market snapshot

CHAPTER 3. Industry Analysis

3.1. Market definition

3.2. Market segmentation

3.3. Key findings of the global lecithin market

3.4. Value chain analysis

3.5. Market opportunities & trends

3.5.1. Increasing preference for non-GMO lecithin

3.5.2. Increasing number of manufacturers switching from soy lecithin to other alternatives

3.5.3. Huge growth potential in the Asia-Pacific market

3.6. Market dynamics

3.6.1. Market driver analysis

   3.6.1.1. Increasing demand from various end use industries

   3.6.1.2. Growing preference for natural ingredients

3.6.2. Market restraint analysis

   3.6.2.1. Presence of substitutes

3.6.3. Industry Analysis-Porters five forces of Analysis

CHAPTER 4. Competitive Outlook

4.1. Competitive Analysis

4.2. Competitive Factors

4.3. Strategies Adopted

CHAPTER 5. Global Lecithin Market Size and Forecast (2014 – 2024)

5.1. Global Lecithin Market, By Source (USD Million) (Tons)

5.1.1. Soy

5.1.2. Egg

5.1.3. Sunflower

5.1.4. Others

5.2. Global Lecithin Market, By Application (USD Million) (Tons)

5.2.1. Animal feed

5.2.2. Nutrition and health supplements

5.2.3. Food

5.2.4. Cosmetics

5.2.5. Others

CHAPTER 6. Global Lecithin Market Size and Forecast, By Geography (USD Million)

6.1. North America Lecithin Market

6.1.1. North America Lecithin Market, By Source (USD Million) (Tons)

6.1.2. North America Lecithin Market, By Application (USD Million) (Tons)

6.1.3. North America Lecithin Market, By Country (USD Million) (Tons)

   6.1.3.1. U.S.

   6.1.3.2. Canada

   6.1.3.3. Mexico

6.2. Europe Lecithin Market (USD Million) (Tons)

6.2.1. Europe Lecithin Market, By Source (USD Million) (Tons)

6.2.2. Europe Lecithin Market, By Application (USD Million) (Tons)

6.2.3. Europe Lecithin Market, By Country (USD Million) (Tons)

   6.2.3.1. Germany

   6.2.3.2. U.K

   6.2.3.3. France

   6.2.3.4. Italy

   6.2.3.5. Rest of Europe

6.3. Asia-Pacific Lecithin Market(USD Million) (Tons)

6.3.1. Asia-Pacific Lecithin Market, By Source(USD Million) (Tons)

6.3.2. Asia-Pacific Lecithin Market, By Application (USD Million) (Tons)

6.3.3. Asia-Pacific Lecithin Market, By Country (USD Million) (Tons)

   6.3.2.1. China

   6.3.2.2. India

   6.3.2.3. Rest of Asia-Pacific

6.4. Central & South America Lecithin Market (USD Million) (Tons)

6.4.1. Central & South America Lecithin Market, By Source (USD Million) (Tons)

6.4.2. Central & South America Lecithin Market, By Application (USD Million) (Tons)

6.4.3. Central & South America Lecithin Market, By Country (USD Million) (Tons)

   6.4.3.1. Brazil

   6.4.3.2. Rest of South America

6.5. Middle East & Africa(MEA) Lecithin Market (USD Million) (Tons)

6.5.1. MEA Lecithin Market, By Source (USD Million) (Tons)

6.5.2. MEA Lecithin Market, By Application (USD Million) (Tons)

CHAPTER 7. Key Players and Strategic Developments

7.1. Cargill

7.1.1. Business Overview

7.1.2. Product and Service Offering

7.1.3. Financial Overview

7.1.4. Strategic Developments

7.2. Archer Daniels Midland

7.2.1. Business Overview

7.2.2. Product and Service Offering

7.2.3. Financial Overview

7.2.4. Strategic Developments

7.3. Lipoid GmbH

7.3.1. Business Overview

7.3.2. Product and Service Offering

7.3.3. Financial Overview

7.3.4. Strategic Developments

7.4. American Lecithin Company

7.4.1. Business Overview

7.4.2. Product and Service Offering

7.4.3. Financial Overview

7.4.4. Strategic Developments

7.5. DuPont

7.5.1. Business Overview

7.5.2. Product and Service Offering

7.5.3. Financial Overview

7.5.4. Strategic Developments

7.6. Bunge

7.6.1. Business Overview

7.6.2. Product and Service Offering

7.6.3. Financial Overview

7.6.4. Strategic Developments

7.7. Soya International

7.7.1. Business Overview

7.7.2. Product and Service Offering

7.7.3. Financial Overview

7.7.4. Strategic Developments

7.8. Bristol-Myers Squibb

7.8.1. Business Overview

7.8.2. Product and Service Offering

7.8.3. Financial Overview

7.8.4. Strategic Development

7.9. Lecico GmbH

7.9.1. Business Overview

7.9.2. Product and Service Offering

7.9.3. Financial Overview

7.9.4. Strategic Development

7.10. Sodrugestvo Group

7.10.1. Business Overview

7.10.2. Product and Service Offering

7.10.3. Financial Overview

7.10.4. Strategic Development