Global Guar Gum Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, Russia-Ukraine War Impact, Tariff Analysis, By Grade (Food Grade and Pharmaceutical Grade), By Application (Food & Beverages, Animal Feed & Pet Food, Pharmaceuticals, and Cosmetics & Personal Care), By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Guar Gum Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Guar Gum Market Size Was Estimated at USD 1.38 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.40% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Guar Gum Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 2.73 Billion by 2035
• Asia Pacific is expected to Grow the fastest during the forecast period.

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The Global Guar Gum Market Size was worth around USD 1.38 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to Grow to around USD 2.73 illion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.40 % from 2025 to 2035. Guar gum, also known as guaran, is widely used across various sectors, along with an increasing consumer inclination towards natural and clean-label ingredients. It is anticipated that the increasing consumption of processed & convenient foods and the expanding pet food industry are key driving factors of the guar gum market.

Global Guar Gum Market Forecast and Revenue Outlook

• 2024 Market Size: USD 1.38 Billion
• 2035 Projected Market Size: USD 2.73 Billion
• CAGR (2025-2035): 6.40%
• North America: Largest market in 2024
• Asia Pacific: Fastest growing market

Market Overview

The guar gum market refers to the global trade and use of guar gum, which is a thickening, binding, and stabilizing agent derived from the endosperm of the guar bean plant. Guar gum is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from guar beans that has thickening and stabilizing properties useful in food, feed, and industrial applications. With the high resistance to thermal and mechanical degradation, guar gum is a biodegradable and cost-effective component. Use of guar gum in pet food for providing the greatest nutrition and care promotes overall health and weight management. Furthermore, the guar gum market is growing in the pharmaceutical industry with an increasing aging population and prevalence of non-communicable diseases.

The global market share is anticipated to be supported by expanding R&D efforts by major industry participants, including Cargill, Vikas WSP, Hindustan Gums & Chemicals, and Lucid Colloids, for purification, novel grades, and sustainable production. There are opportunities in the developing market due to the growing use of guar gum in the oil & gas industry, as well as for processed & packaged food and bakeries.

Key Market Insights

• North America is expected to account for the largest share in the Guar Gum Market during the forecast period.
• In terms of grade, the food grade segment is projected to lead the Guar Gum Market with the largest share throughout the forecast period
• In terms of application, the food & beverages segment captured the largest portion of the market

Guar Gum Market Trends

• Increasing preference towards natural ingredients, including natural emulsifiers and stabilizers in pharmaceutical and other industries
• Rising demand for functional and low-calorie food options
• Multifunctionality of guar gum and diverse applications

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the guar gum market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyzes the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the guar gum market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyzes their core competencies in each sub-segment of the guar gum market.

Driving factors

An increasing use of guar gum as a natural food additive in processed and convenient foods for enhancing texture, improving stability, and extending shelf life is driving the market demand. Guar gum is an essential component in creating low-fat foods due to its thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying properties. Food manufacturers' surging need for exploring innovative ingredients due to consumer inclination towards low-fat and healthier food options is contributing to propelling the market demand for guar gum. In addition, the expanding application of guar gum in the cosmetic industry is promoting the market growth.

Restraining Factor

One of the main factors restraining the guar gum market is the availability of guar gum substitutes like xanthan gum and chia seeds. Further, the fluctuation in raw material prices and inadequate supply chain are hampering the market growth.

Market Segmentation 

The global guar gum market is divided into grade and application.

Global Guar Gum Market, By Grade:

Why does the grade segment dominate the guar gum market?

The food grade segment dominated the market with the largest share in 2024. Food-grade guar gum powder is considered a remarkable natural thickening agent, used in various food products, having numerous health benefits. The changing eating habits due to a fast-paced lifestyle are driving the market demand in the food grade segment.

The pharmaceutical grade segment is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period, due to its expanding application in drug delivery systems and nutraceutical formulations. An increasing demand for pharmaceutical-grade guar gum, along with an increasing focus on providing innovative solutions is driving the market.

Global Guar Gum Market, By Application:

What factors contribute to the food & beverages segment leading the guar gum market?

The food & beverages segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024. Guar gum has widespread application in food & beverages as a natural thickening, stabilizing, and binding agent for improving texture, moisture retention, and shelf life. Further, its widespread application in several confectionery items like marshmallows, aerated confectionery, and other products is propelling the market.

The pharmaceutical segment is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period, due to its natural origin and affordability. It is a valuable ingredient in pharmaceutical formulations as a binding agent, viscosity controller, and sustained release agent. The rising demand for natural ingredients in health and beauty products is contributing to driving market demand in the pharmaceutical segment.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Global Guar Gum Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America Guar Gum Market Trends

What is the projected market share of North America in the global guar gum market in 2024?

North America is expected to hold the largest share of the global guar gum market with a share of 51.13% in 2024. The increased demand for guar gum from the oil & gas sector is driving the regional market. The growing prioritization of natural ingredients in food processing, along with the region’s well-established food processing industry, is driving the guar gum market.

What is the expected CAGR of the U.S. guar gum market, and what factors are responsible for its dominance?

U.S. is leading the market in the North America region and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period. This is attributed to the extensive use of guar gum in petroleum refineries and natural gas extraction. Further, the U.S. has the leading consumer base of guar gum products due to a preference toward natural and clean-label ingredients.

What is the projected CAGR for the Asia Pacific guar gum market, and what are the key sectors driving this growth?

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest rate with a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period, due to the increasing use of guar gum across oil & gas, food & beverages, mining & explosives, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors. Further, the increasing focus on sustainable and natural ingredients, the adoption of processed foods, and increasing health consciousness are propelling the market for guar gum.

What is driving China’s rapid growth in the guar gum market within the Asia Pacific region?

China is anticipated to grow at a rapid CAGR in the guar gum market in the Asia Pacific region, due to its increasing application across various sectors. The country’s increased guar gum powder production and trade are driving the guar gum market.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the global guar gum market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

Worldwide Top Key Players In The Guar Gum Market Include

• Vikas WSP Ltd.
• Hindustan Gum & Chemicals Ltd.
• Jai Bharat Gum & Chemicals Ltd.
• Shree Ram Gum Chemicals
• Lucid Colloids Ltd.
• Cargill Inc.
• IFF (DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences)
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Ashland Global Holdings
• Neelkanth Polymers
• Supreme Gums Pvt. Ltd.
• Guar Resources LLC
• Guangrao Liuhe Chemical
• Vasudha Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
• Swastik Gum Industries
• Others  

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent development

• In September 2025, CoryPro Ingredients, a US startup developing high-value protein from the byproducts of guar gum production, signed an agreement with Mexican guar gum producer Polymerals to establish a new guar protein processing facility in Torreon, Mexico.
• In May 2025, Sarda Bio Polymers revealed clean-label, plant-based hydrocolloid solutions at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt.  

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Guar Gum Market based on the following segments:

Global Guar Gum Market, By Grade

• Food Grade
• Pharmaceutical Grade

Global Guar Gum Market, By Application

• Food & Beverages
• Animal Feed & Pet Food
• Pharmaceuticals
• Cosmetics & Personal Care

Global Guar Gum Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa