Starpharma Holdings Limited Received a Patent for SPL7013 Ophthalmic Drops for Viral Conjunctivitis Drugs Market

 

The growing incidence of viral conjunctivitis cases is driving the growth of the viral conjunctivitis drugs market. According to National Center for Biotechnology: 2017, adenovirus is the most common cause of viral conjunctivitis and up to 70% of cases of acute conjunctivitis are viral. The number of individuals affected by viral conjunctivitis is estimated to be as high as 15 to 20 million per year in the U.S. Additionally, a rising number of research and development activities for enhancing the effectiveness of viral conjunctivitis drugs is again projected to accelerate the growth of the market. For instance, in 2019, iVIEW Therapeutics Inc., a clinical-stage ophthalmology drug development company, announced the dosing of the first patient in Phase II clinical trial. iVIEW Therapeutics Inc. is testing the safety and efficacy of the IVIEW-1201 in patients (age ≥15 years) for the treatment of acute adenoviral conjunctivitis.

In 2018, Starpharma Holdings Limited, a company headquartered in Australia, received a patent for SPL7013 ophthalmic drops for viral conjunctivitis from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The patent has been granted to the company due to its broad claims for treating and preventing microbial infections of the eye, including adenoviral conjunctivitis, bacterial conjunctivitis, and other eye infections

In April 2020, Ocular Therapeutix™, Inc. a biopharmaceutical company focused on the formulation for diseases and conditions of the eye, announced topline results from its Phase 3 clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of DEXTENZA® for the treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis (AC).

North America is expected to hold a dominant position in the global viral conjunctivitis drugs market due to growing product approval in the region. For instance, on February 23, 2021, Bausch + Lomb launched Alaway Preservative Free (ketotifen fumarate ophthalmic solution 0.035%) antihistamine eye drops. It is indicated to relieve eye itchiness caused due to conjunctivitis. Moreover, it is the first over-the-counter (OTC) preservative-free antihistamine eye itch relief drop approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Viral conjunctivitis can result from a viral infection with one or more known fungal pathogens. Commonly, the infections are caused by Staphylococcus aureus, which is found commonly in the eyes; the nose, throat, and sinuses. A group of related species also cause systemic infection of the skin, lungs, and blood vessels. These species include E. coli, which is responsible for food poisoning, and the common respiratory tract infection flu. Other yeasts also produce conjunctivitis, including Candida albicans, which causes infections of the bladder and other mucous membranes. Apart from antiviral agents, the global conjunctivitis market is also flooded with topical agents such as steroids, salicylic acid, and azelaic acid.

The Outbreak of COVID-19 to Augment Growth of the Patient Centric Healthcare App Market

 

The emergence of COVID-19 (the global pandemic) is driving the growth of the patient centric healthcare app market. Telehealth has the potential to address many of the key challenges in providing health services during the outbreak of COVID-19. Moreover, the pandemic has made video telemedicine the safest interactive system between patients and clinicians. For example, in May 2021, Proximus innovated in the field of e-Health with patient-centric teleconsultation app Doktr. The company announced the launch of Doktr, an innovative video teleconsultation service allowing patients with a basic primary care need to get in touch with a qualified doctor in a convenient and secure way.

A patient-centric approach is a way the healthcare systems can establish a partnership among practitioners, patients, and their families to align decisions with patients' wants, needs, and preferences. Patient centric health care app helps provide information and deliver services to patients regarding their health, thereby improving patient's health. It offers access to health information and easy connectivity between patients and doctors. Moreover, these apps help users to stay updated about medication times, number of calories consumed, dehydration level in body, etc. Therefore, there is an increasing demand for patient-centric healthcare around the world, driving the growth of the patient centric healthcare app market.

For instance, in May 2020, MyMedicNow launched a mobile healthcare app to bridge the gap between patients and doctors. The NEW app aims to help patients search for medical conditions and find related local healthcare providers quickly and efficiently. Moreover, the popularity of the patient centric healthcare apps has increased due to the increasing number of smartphone and the Internet users worldwide. The patient centric healthcare app market, in the Asia Pacific, is witnessing robust growth due to the increasing adoption of health apps, especially among women, and the increasing number of smartphone and the Internet users in the region.

For instance, in May 2019, health start-up, Vivant launched Nyra, a mobile application that can be used by women to track their period, fertility, ovulation, mood, lifestyle, physical activity, etc. Furthermore, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), with the growing internet penetration, internet users in India are expected to increase from 429.23 million as of September 2017 to 829 million by 2021. Some patient centric healthcare apps are used in management of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Thus, with the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, the demand for patient centric healthcare is also increasing. This in turn is also expected to propel the patient centric healthcare app market growth.

US To Witness Significant Growth In Animation Design Software Market As The Software Is Easy To Use And Has Polished Designs

 

Animation design software is the first step you take to becoming an aspiring animation artist. These software programs primarily focus on digital art, concept arts and texture creation. Their strength isn't 2D animation, though, those tools are certainly important in your animation toolbox to create high quality work. They also allow you to bring your concepts and ideas to life through a realistic approach.

The U.S. is expected to witness significant growth in the animation design software market as the software is easy to use and has polished designs. It offers many tools that can make the process of creating animation films a breeze. Animation can help you with the following trends: Storyboard System. With the help of this software, you will be able to easily set up and animate your storyboards and achieve outstanding results.

Animation assistants are a great asset for any budding animator. If you need a hand to help you complete a project, then this is a great option. Animation assistants are in high demand and can be difficult to find in the animation design software market. The high-end versions of this software are quite costly, so it's best to take advantage of the low-end versions for this market. Animation is all about catching the attention of audiences everywhere and if animation design software market trends are anything to go by, the world loves animation more than ever. This shows no sign of slowing down anytime soon, which is why companies are queuing up to tap into this untapped market. Animation involves using computer animation to show real-life facts or to provide entertainment.

In this modern world, a simple video can easily be made by an animator. There are a variety of tools that one can use to make a simple animation video. You can also employ complex methods like clay modeling, and 3D animation with the help of professional animation software. If you are wondering what exactly animation software is used for, then you will need to refer to the next paragraph. It provides solutions for a range of needs related to animating, from conceptualization, planning, implementation, and creative finishing.

Animation design software is widely used by artists who wish to learn how to create good quality animations, which helps them to express their creativity and create eye-catching projects. However, as you would expect, there are a lot of products in this market that caters to different requirements. Hence, it is advisable for beginners to opt for animation design software that caters to their specific needs.

The Flavor Enhancer Market Has Tremendous Growth in Recent Years Owing To the Expansion of the Food & Beverage Industry around the Globe

 

Flavor Enhancer

Some of the key players in the global flavor enhancer market are Givaudan, FIRMENICH SA, Takasago International Corporation, Sensient Technologies Corporation, Mane, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. IFF, Senomyx Inc., Innova and DuPont Nutrition & Health, A & Z Food Additives Co. Ltd., Kerry Group and Symrise.

Key Developments:

1.      In July 2020, Zhou Nutrition has launched an innovative new line, Zhou Nutrition Water Enhancers. Zhou Nutrition Water Enhancers are available in six delicious natural flavors, and support a variety of wellness needs, from hair and skin health to memory, and management of occasional stress

2.      In August 2020, Lifted Made, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Acquired Sales Corp., has launched flavored nano-CBD water enhancer packets under Lifted Made’s flagship brand Urb Finest Flowers

3.      In August 2020, Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. the human food and beverage brand entered the pet industry with the launch of Tally-Ho™ functional water enhancers for dogs

Regional Insights:

North America is anticipated to attain significant growth in the global flavor enhancer market in the near future. This is attributed to the increasing spending on the food industry by consumers and the government in the region. This is augmenting the demand for flavor enhancers from the food &beverage industry. As per stats released by the United States Department of Agriculture, in 2019, Americans spent an average of 9.5 percent of their disposable personal incomes on food—divided between food at home (4.9 percent) and food away from home (4.6 percent).

What are Flavor Enhancers?

Flavor enhancers are types of additives that are widely added into the food to modify the existing flavor and also enhance the taste and texture of food. Flavor enhancers are widely used in food products such as prepared meals, savory snacks, and condiments.

Market Drivers:

Changing food habits, growing disposable income of consumers, and increasing adoption of the western culture around the globe are key factors responsible for the growth of the flavor enhancer market. Increasing consumption of snacks prepared meals, and condiments are also uplifting the growth of the flavor enhancer market. In July 2017, PureCircle the producer and innovator of great-tasting stevia sweeteners for the global beverage and food industry has announced the launch of new stevia leaf-based flavor enhancers. The increasing focus of key manufacturers on introducing such variety in flavor enhancers is further anticipated to augment the growth of the flavor enhancers market over the forecast period.

Growing Trend of “Do It Yourself” (DIY) Projects Playing Significant Role in the Overall Development of Cordless Power Tools Market

 

Cordless Power Tool

Rapid urbanization and industrialization are key factors uplifting the overall growth of the global cordless power tools market. The growing trend of “Do it Yourself” (DIY) projects, which is creating demand for amateurs and enthusiasts to upgrade or rebuild material possessions such as household appliances are again expanding the growth of the cordless power tools market size. Rise in the end-user segments such as Automobile, aerospace, construction, electronics, shipbuilding industries are also anticipated to foster market growth. Drilling & fastening devices, sawing & cutting, and demolition machines segments are gaining tremendous demand from a wide range of applications. The increasing global electric vehicles market has further resulted in the high demand for cordless power tools such as fastening and other material removal devices.

North America is estimated to exhibit tremendous growth in the near future and this attributed to the rapid growth in the end-user segments such as automobiles, electronics, construction, and aerospace in the region. Also, expanding oil &gas industry in the region due to high demand for crude oil and increasing investment has further augmented the cordless power tools market growth. According to the International Energy Agency, The crude oil production in the United States increased by 10.9% compared to 2018. As such, the United States remained the world’s top producer, followed by the Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Canada and Iraq

Cordless power tools that are available today come with a variety of different options and functions, allowing users to customize them to meet their exact needs. Drilling & fastening devices, Material Removal Tools, Routing Tools, demolition machines, and sawing & cutting are some of the cordless power tools. They are widely used across end-user industries such as automobile, construction, aerospace, electronics, and shipbuilding industries.

Key Developments:

1.      In June 2019, Bosch Power Tools has launched its range of cordless power tools like wireless screwdrivers powered by lithium-ion batteries. These power tools will boost convenience to the workers 4X compared to the existing screwdrivers

2.      In June 2017, DEWALT has launched a new range of cordless power tools that guarantee sustained, all-day onsite performance without the need for mains power supply

3.      In February 2020, Bosch Power Tools India, a provider of the power tools segment that offers a complete range of power tools for construction, woodworking, and the metalworking industry has launched innovations in the measuring and imaging categories for Indian professions

4.      In February 2019, Peugeot Outillage launched its complete range of tools: hammer drill, jackhammer, circular saw, jigsaw, orbital sander, angle grinder, restorer, and multi-function tool

Disaster Recovery as a Service (Draas) Market Continues To Grow Owing To the Huge Demand from Organizations for Data Recovery and Management

Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) has become more popular over the years as businesses have begun to realize just how easy it is to restore their business up to normal after a massive data loss or attack of some kind. The problem many people run into, though, is that unless they already possess a highly specialized skill set in terms of both IT and telecommunications, they find it difficult to find an appropriate provider that will deliver on their claims of Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS), especially if they are relatively new to the IT business or field.

Currently, there has been an increasing incidence rate of malicious cybercrimes, across the globe, which is enhancing the requirement of data recovery in various governmental, nonprofit, and private organizations, and creating demand in the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) market. For instance, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) of India, in 2019 there were around 44546 cybercrime incidents in the region. Moreover, authoritarian bodies worldwide are issuing stringent measures related to data protection and regulation, which has the proximity to augment the growth of the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) market on a global scale.

If the business is relatively new to IT and/or telecommunications, it might be wise to consult the local county office to see the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS), that they offer. In most cases, the local county office has already done much of the work in terms of establishing the business's IT backbone. Once the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) is running accurately the individual can then consider moving on to finding better Disaster Recovery as a Services (DRaaS), which can be done very easily online by checking out a few of the larger companies in this field that will be more than happy to assist. If the individual is careful, they should find Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) as simple as buying a CD or flash drive, installing it on their computer, and then making use of its software to back it up and restore the system. However, the lack of efficient and skilled expertise in the market can negatively influence the growth of the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) market.

Owing to the high incidence rate of cybercrimes in the U.S., the demand for efficient recovery systems is increasing significantly and is creating a huge demand in the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) market. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in 2020 there were around 1001 cases of cybercrimes registered in the U.S. The increasing requirement of data recovery has led to some significant industrial developments in the Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) market. For instance, in March 2019, Druva Inc enhanced its Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) solution, aiming to offer better automation and orchestration. Likewise in June 2019, Infrascale Inc., and A.R. International Consulting LLC, introduced a cloud-based and hybrid Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS).

High Demand for Fresh Produce to Augment the LED Lighting Horticulture Market Growth

 

LED Lighting Horticulture

Horticulture is a growing field because of the many advantages that are associated with it. The first advantage of being involved with horticulture is being able to grow and harvest various different types of plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruit, which will ultimately result in providing food to many people. Horticultural crops are diverse; they include annual and perennial species, delicious fruits and vegetables, and decorative indoor and landscape plants. Horticulture is truly a burgeoning application. Thus, LED lighting horticulture market has been rising steadily in the recent years.

LED lighting is gaining traction in the market due to its numerous advantage such as cost-effective, efficient, brighter, low power consumption, and a longer life compared to incumbent technologies. Moreover, they can be placed near a lower layer of plants that are generally shaded from light by the upper layer, and enhance their production consistency, or yield. Furthermore, horticulture experts are increasingly encouraging the use of LED lighting for many applications due to the associated power savings, optimal plant light output, and longer lifespan up to 5X the conventional products.

The HortiCann Light+ Tech Conference (2020) shared the latest advances, research, and case-study findings regarding lighting optimization and efficacy, energy and cost savings, operations and environmental control systems, and strategies for integrating multiple ag-tech management technology platforms to attendees. The above-mentioned factors are expected to provide major traction to the LED lighting horticulture market. There is a high demand for fresh produce in quick time due to increasing global population and loss of arable land. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, overall food production needs to increase by 70% from 2005/07 to 2050 to sustain a population of 9.1 billion.

The LED lighting horticulture market is expected to witness significant growth due to increase in population and lack of adequate sunlight in some European regions, such as North Central Europe and Nordic countries. North America is also expected to offer lucrative growth opportunities to the market due to the unfavorable climatic conditions and increasing demand for LED lighting equipment. For instance, in February 2020, Cree, Inc. launched the next-generation XLamp XP-E2 Photo Red and Far Red LEDs, delivering breakthrough performance for horticulture applications.

These higher-performance horticulture LEDs increase the efficiency of LED luminaires, which makes them more affordable to grow food under optimized lighting. Moreover, in February 2021, TSRgrow announced Lighting as a Platform, a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled results to indoor growers, while significantly reducing up-front and long-term operating costs. However, high setup and installation costs of LED grow lights are the factors restraining the growth of the LED lighting horticulture market.

Smart Wind Market is Expanding Rapidly with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Introducing Its Next-Generation Wind Turbine SG 3.4-145

 

Smart Wind is a revolutionary concept and has been around for quite some time. This is a concept that combines wind power with remote control turbines. The idea behind this new technology is to provide homeowners with the ability to produce free electricity at home SMART is an acronym for system management atmospheric resources through technology. Smart wind is a combination of management technologies and wind turbine siting, which would create electricity in a cost-effective manner. Governments of many countries are focused on reducing pollution and consumption of conventional fuels as well as increase the use of renewable power sources such as wind, hydro, geothermal, and biofuels. Since the demand for electricity is increasing significantly, the use of SMART wind technologies is expected to witness massive adoption in the near future. As per the World Bank, electric power consumption in India reached 804.514 kWh per capita in 2014, increasing from 640.395 kWh per capita in 2010. According to the Our World in Data, in 2019, Asia Pacific consumed 71,544 TWh of energy. Such high consumption of electricity suggests growth in the smart wind market in the near future.

MART Wind combines the use of two technologies: the horizontal axis and vertical axis turbines. This enables it to use the wind's kinetic energy and convert it into electrical energy. Since vertical axis turbines require the use of shafts in order to rotate, horizontal axis turbines have a tendency to be more compact. SMART Wind is actually a small wind turbine that measures less than 1 square meter. It uses the power of the wind to generate power. Just like other wind turbine technologies, it also employs the concept of the force of air against the rotation of the rotor blades. In this case, the wind turbine rotates in a horizontal direction. The U.S. has emerged as the leading player in the smart wind market with high production of renewable energy in the country. Furthermore, there is a solid platform for this market in both Europe and the Asia Pacific due to the high demand for electricity. 

One of the biggest problems that many people face is the reliability of the wind. It will either blow too hard or too soft, causing your electrical lines to be blown to oblivion. The best part about these systems is that they can be built by anyone. One of the major advantages of SMART wind is the low cost of electricity per unit. As per the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), unsubsidized costs of this energy generation methodology in the U.S. range from US$ 32 to 62 per MWh in 2016. Such low cost of electricity can stimulate the growth of SMART wind market. Regardless, SMART wind requires high upfront cost and is a threat to the wildlife, which could restrict growth of the smart wind market.

Recently, in July 2020, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy launched its next-generation wind turbine SG 3.4-145.

Gelatin Market Continues To Grow Owing To the High Demand from Food and Beverage Manufacturers to Meet the Requirement of Food and Beverage Supplements

 

Gelatin a highly nutritious food supplement derived from animal bones and cartilage. Gelatin is a clear, colorless, tasteless food substance, most commonly derived from bovine collagen taken from bovine tissues. It is both gelatinous and translucent when dry, and both gummy and tacky when moist. Gelatin is made of protein molecules, much like animal bones are made of. This is why it is often found in cosmetics, particularly skincare and weight loss products. Some manufacturers use the term "gelatin" on their labels when they do not use gelatin at all.

Gelatin’s unique characteristics as a binding agent have resulted in high demands in the global gelatin market. For instance, according to the U.S Food and Drug Administration, the global production of gelatin in 2019 was 246.3-kilo tons as a food and beverage stabilizer. Moreover, consumers are inclining more towards functional and specialty food and beverages, which includes supplement foods and is creating propulsion for the global gelatin market. Additionally, patisseries are expanding every day and consumers are getting more attracted to luxury desserts and pastry. Maximum of the luxury deserts use gelatin sheets and bars as the main binding component. Hence, there is a huge requirement for different grades of gelatin sheets for different purposes.

Gelatin can be prepared in many ways, including through the simple method of using boiling water and stirring it. The end product, however, will have lost the ability to provide complete amino acid coverage under the structure by which gelatin molecules are arranged into a structure with two partial hydrophobic (water-fearing) sites and one partial hydrophobic site where non-water-bearing residues exist. This results in a gel that does not gel but rather that does take on a gelatinous form.  However, deriving gelatin and making them into sheets can sometimes be very time-consuming and has the proximity to influence the global gelatin market negatively.

In the U.S., owing to the expansion of the food industry along with the hospitality industry, the usage of gelatin is extensive, which is augmenting the growth of the gelatin market in the region. For instance, according to the U.S. National Restaurant Association as of February 2021, the total number of restaurants in the region is around 101,811. Many of these restaurants are luxury dining places, where food is cooked in a very orderly way with proper ingredients and gelatin is one of them. The scenario is the same in the Asia-Pacific region, where there is a huge demand in the food-grade gelatin market, owing to consumer requirements for supplemental food and beverages. Given the high requirements of gelatin, there have been some significant industrial developments in the past few years in the global gelatin market, which includes product launches. For instance, in in May 2019, Tessenderlo Group introduced ClaroBGI600, a new gelatin material used for tissue engineering.

 

Rapid Growth on Adenovirus Diagnostic Testing Market 2021: Industry Size, Share, Growth Opportunities and Regional Outlook

 

Adenovirus Diagnostic Testing

Adenovirus diagnostic testing is the most widely used method for determining the presence of adenoviruses in a culture of healthy volunteers and is adapted from the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method: a procedure by which DNA strands are broken down into smaller pieces, and then are subjected to amplification reactions with adenoviruses. Because adenoviruses do not copy themselves but rather undergo multiple copied copies during viral replication, several different sequences of adenoviruses will be identified by PCRs. If a suitable sequence is detected, it will be amplified and the resulting product isolated.

In the case of patients suspected of having adenovirus, the adenovirus diagnostic testing is done by a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test that can be performed on the patients' blood samples. Adenoviruses that have been identified by PCR will be identified by the confirmation of specific antibodies against the virus. These specific antibodies will react against the viral copies on the strain of adenovirus in the blood samples and will provide an accurate diagnosis. Patients with suspected AD may be asked to undergo EVGI or MBO testing, both of which will confirm the diagnosis. Besides, EVGI will also provide results regarding the presence of a retrovirus in the patients' lymph nodes, and MBO testing will provide conclusive proof that the patients carry the retrovirus.

Market Dynamics                                  

The main factor driving the adenovirus diagnostic testing market is the growth of the treatment monitoring and diagnostic sector. For instance, according to Policynet, in 2018 the global healthcare sector generated a revenue of approximately US$ 1.853 trillion. Additionally, the expansion of the healthcare sectors in the emerging economies is expected to propel the market growth of adenovirus diagnostic testing. Moreover, government bodies all over the world are investing in the research and development of the treatment monitoring market, which is estimated to boost the market.

However, less knowledge related to various treatments and diagnostics and the high cost associated with the diagnostic procedures are the main restraining factors hindering the growth of adenovirus diagnostic testing market.

This market is distributed in five regions that include Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, and Latin America. Among these, North America is expected to a significant share of the adenovirus diagnostic testing market, owing to the increased expansion of the healthcare sector and the increasing incidence rate of diseases such as pneumonia. For instance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the U.S. around 1.3 million people suffer from pneumonia. The adenovirus diagnostic testing market in the Asia Pacific is estimated to witness significant growth owing to government initiatives for raising awareness about health concerns.

Competitive Analysis

Key operating in the adenovirus diagnostic testing market include bioMerieux, Abbott Laboratories, DiaSorin Inc., Qiagen N.V., Novartis AG, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Becton Dickinson and company, and Affymetrix, Inc.

In December 2020, AlloVir announced that the Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for ALVR106, which is an allogeneic, multi virus-specific T cell therapy.

 

Insoluble Dietary Fibers Market Is Attaining Noteworthy Growth on the Account of Growing Health and Wellness Trend

 

Insoluble Dietary Fibers

North America is estimated to dominate the global insoluble dietary fiber market over the forecast timeframe owing to the growing trend of health wellness which is influencing consumers to opt for the intake of dietary fiber-based food products. Also, expanding nutritional supplements market in the region due to the high presence of an aging population which is driving demand for supplements is further anticipated to augment the regional insoluble dietary fibers market growth.

Growth in demand for functional food and an increasing number of health-conscious consumers due to growing health wellness trends are major factors contributing to the expansion of insoluble dietary fibers market size. In April 2017, Ingredion Incorporated, a global provider of ingredient solutions announced the launch of low cost-in-use dietary fibers for producers wanting to easily add fiber to foods – the NOVELOSE™ dietary fiber series – for fiber fortification and calorie reduction in baked goods, pasta, noodles, and extruded products with little to no impact on product texture, flavor, and color. Insoluble dietary fibers have carbonates that are important for the metabolism rate in the human body. These components also improve the digestive system as they are not absorbed in the body. Strong growth in nutritional supplements and food & beverage industries will favor the insoluble dietary fibers market growth in the near future.

On the other hand, health issues associated with excessive dietary fiber intake are projected to hinder the growth of the market.

What are Insoluble Dietary Fibers? It is found in most vegetables and fruits, but also in grains, seeds, nuts, legumes, and seaweeds. This type of fiber is not soluble (does not dissolve in water), but is rather insoluble - it will bind to anything it comes into contact with including Insoluble Dietary Fiber and other sugars and starches

Key Developments:

Key players are introducing variety in the insoluble dietary supplements in order to cater to the growing demand across consumers. For example, in June 2018, Ingredion Incorporated launched Potex and Potex Crown insoluble dietary fibers which can be used in bakery, meat, and savory products. These fibers can absorb water up to 12 times their own weight which helps them to increase the juiciness of meats or add moisture to baked goods.

The key players in the markets encompass Grain Processing Corporation (U.S.), Roquette Frères (France), Cargill (U.S.), E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (U.S.), SunOpta, Inc. (Canada), Interfiber (Poland), Solvaira Specialties (U.S.); Unipektin Ingredients AG (Switzerland), Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.), AdvoCare International, L.P. (U.S.), J. Rettenmaier & Söhne GmbH Co KG (Germany), and Barndad Nutrition ((U.S.)