Global Sodium Citrate Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Monosodium Citrate, Disodium Citrate, and Trisodium Citrate), By End-User (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Soaps & Detergents, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Sodium Citrate Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Sodium Citrate Market Size Was Estimated at USD 0.65 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.27% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Sodium Citrate Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1.03 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 Sodium Citrate Market Size was worth around USD 0.65 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around USD 1.03 Billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.27% from 2025 and 2035. The market for sodium citrate has a number of opportunities to grow due to the surging development of innovative sodium citrate formulations along with an expanding plant-based food sector.

Market Overview

The global industry of sodium citrate is centred on the production, sale, and use of sodium citrate, which is a salt of citric acid used as a preservative, emulsifier, and pH regulator in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. Sodium citrate (chemical formula: Na₃C₆H₅O₇) refers to the sodium salts of citric acid, having widespread applications in food, blood clotting inhibitor, in metabolic acidosis, and as ferrous nanoparticles. The cost-effective and eco-friendly dental and orthopedic treatment can be provided by the use of sodium citrate for improving the mechanical performance of flex fibre reinforced composites. Furthermore, multifunctional properties of sodium citrate as an emulsifier, preservative, flavouring agent, and stabilizers are responsible for driving its demand in the food industry. Innovation and market expansion are anticipated as a result of major players' growing R&D that emphasizes the greener and more efficient industrial practices.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the sodium citrate market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the sodium citrate 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 analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the sodium citrate market. 

Driving Factors

The sodium citrate market is primarily driven by the expanding use of sodium citrate in food & beverages as well as pharmaceutical applications. Sodium citrate is a multipurpose food additive used as a buffering agent, emulsifier, preservative, and flavour enhancer in processed beverages, meats, and bakery products. Sodium citrate is listed as GRAS (generally recognized as safe) by the FDA and approved for use by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), used under 0.5-3% of the product formula. Further, in the pharmaceutical industry, sodium citrate is used for controlling pH, and may also be used as an alkalizing agent, buffering agent, emulsifier, or sequestering agent. For instance, Cystoplus Sodium Citrate Powder is used in UTO care for cystitis management.

Restraining Factors

The sodium citrate market is restricted by factors including fluctuation in raw material prices and regulatory complexities. Further, the health risks related to high sodium consumption in the diet are hampering the market demand.

Market Segmentation

The sodium citrate market share is classified into type and end-user.   

• The trisodium citrate segment held the largest market share with about 50% share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the type, the sodium citrate market is divided into monosodium citrate, disodium citrate, and trisodium citrate. Among these, the trisodium citrate segment held the largest market share with about 50% share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Trisodium citrate is used in the pharmaceutical industry for stabilizing active compounds and regulating acidity, especially in blood preservation and anticoagulants. Further, its use in water-sensitive formulations such as instant drinks contributes to driving the market demand in the trisodium citrate segment.

• The food & beverage segment dominated the market with a market share of about 59.37% in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the end-user, the sodium citrate market is divided into food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics & personal care, soaps & detergents, and others. Among these, the food & beverage segment dominated the market with a market share of about 59.37% in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. Sodium citrate, known for its sour-salty taste and pH control properties, is widely used in processed cheese, beverages, meats, and bakery products. An increasing prioritization towards natural and additive-free food products, along with an increasing health consciousness, is contributing to propel the market in the food & beverages segment.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Sodium Citrate 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 is anticipated to hold the largest share of the sodium citrate market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share, about 40% of the sodium citrate market over the predicted timeframe. This is attributed to the various applications of sodium citrate in medical treatments, along with its ability to change the pH of bodily fluids. The market ecosystem in North America is strong, with ongoing research on sodium citrate for new applications and improved treatments. The demand for sodium citrate has been driven by the production of OTC medications, vitamins and supplements that drive the demand for sodium citrate as a key excipient. Further, an increasing strategic alliance for offering a wide range of sodium citrate pharmaceutical products is propelling market growth. For instance, in November 2024, Amsino International Inc. announced the successful closing of transactions to acquire the assets of MedXL Inc. and Liebel-Flarsheim Canada Inc., located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The United States is leading the regional market, with a 19.6% share, owing to the expanding food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial processing applications.  

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR of 4.49% in the sodium citrate market during the forecast period. The Asia Pacific area has a thriving market for sodium citrate due to the region’s booming pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries across countries like China, India, and Japan. The technological innovations, including advanced fermentation and synthetic methods, are enhancing the accessibility of sodium citrate to manufacturers, which ultimately aids in propelling market growth. China is leading the sodium citrate market in the Asia Pacific region, with a major share, attributing to the increasing import of food & beverages, including soft drinks. For instance, in December 2022, approximately 13.8 million metric tons of soft drinks were produced in China, which is a 4.6% increase from the previous year.   

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the sodium citrate 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 elaborative 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.

List of Key Companies

• Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG
• Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
• Wang Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals
• FBC Industries, Inc.
• Hunan Dongting Citric Acid Chemicals Co. Ltd.
• Jiangsu Mupro IFT Corp.
• Cargill Incorporated
• Natural Biological Group Co. Ltd.
• Citribel NV
• Huangshi Xinghua Biochemical Co. Ltd.
• Pan Chem Corporation
• Gadot Biochemical Industries Ltd.
• Laiwu Taihe Biochemistry Co. Ltd.
• Fuso Chemical Co. Ltd.
• ATPGroup
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Recent Development

• In June 2025, the DGFT issued Public Notice No. 09/2025-26 dated June 10, 2025, notifying the SION for export product ‘Sodium Citrate’ under the Chemical & Allied Product Group. In exercise of the powers conferred under paragraph 1.03 of the Foreign Trade Policy-2023, as amended from time to time, the Director General of Foreign Trade hereby notifies the new SION with Serial Number A-3686.  
• In May 2025, the Government of India imposed anti-dumping duties on Sodium Citrate from China and Vietnam. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued the notification vide numbers No. 09/2025-Customs (ADD) and 10/2025-Customs (ADD).
• In February 2025, Gadot Biochemical Industries, a trusted mineral solutions provider, is committed to advancing health and wellness through innovative ingredient applications, driven by increasing consumer demand for active lifestyle support and functional nutrition.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the sodium citrate market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

Global Sodium Citrate Market, By Type

• Monosodium Citrate
• Disodium Citrate
• Trisodium Citrate

Global Sodium Citrate Market, By End-User

• Food & Beverage
• Pharmaceuticals
• Cosmetics & Personal Care
• Soaps & Detergents
• Others

Global Sodium Citrate 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