Cocoa Based Polyphenols Market To Reach $136.8 Million By 2030

Cocoa Based Polyphenols Market Growth & Trends

The global cocoa based polyphenols market size is estimated to reach USD 136.8 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 5.8% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is predominantly driven by the rising awareness regarding natural antioxidants in food, beverages, and dietary supplements across the globe.

Cocoa based polyphenols, which serve as antioxidants and have possible antibacterial, cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, antiviral, anti-allergenic, and anti-hepatotoxic characteristics, are the main chemicals that contribute to human health. They find applications in various industries including functional food & beverages, dietary supplements, dyes, cosmetics & toiletries, and others.

Growing awareness about the effectiveness of cocoa based polyphenols in treating cardiovascular diseases, high cholesterol, and cancer along with the rising number of applications in the food & beverage and pharmaceutical sectors is anticipated to drive the product demand over the forecast period.

The cost of raw materials has a significant impact on the overall costs of this product. Regulatory approvals keep a check on the health and environmental impact of cocoa-based polyphenols. Companies operating in this market require approvals from the concerned regulatory authorities to formulate their products. Once the regulatory approvals are granted, cocoa-based polyphenols are formulated by manufacturers. They use these to develop end-use products such as dietary supplements and functional food items.

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Cocoa Based Polyphenols Market Report Highlights

• Based on the application, the functional beverages segment accounted for a revenue share of 32.9% in 2024, owing to its rising awareness regarding dietary habits to maintain good health and prevent diseases.

• The functional foods segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 6.2% over the forecast period. The surging adoption of functional food due to increasing global awareness among consumers regarding preventive healthcare is expected to benefit the overall market growth over the forecast period.

• The Asia Pacific held largest revenue share of 36.1% in 2024, on account of the increasing demand for dietary supplements and functional foods in the region.

• Various strategies that can boost the product demand include joint operations between two prominent players to mark their presence in untapped markets. For instance, Naturex and Barry Callebaut signed an agreement, under which Barry Callebaut agreed to supply high-flavonol cocoa beans to Naturex for manufacturing cocoa extracts and products.

• Post Covid-19 pandemic, a rise in demand for digestive as well as immune health augmenting products was observed, which positively influenced the market. Consequently, the sales of supplements including vitamins, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and others saw immense growth.

Cocoa Based Polyphenols Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global cocoa based polyphenols market based on application, and region:

Cocoa Based Polyphenols Application Outlook (Volume, Tons; Revenue, USD Thousand, 2018 - 2030)

• Functional Food

• Functional Beverages

• Dietary Supplements

• Others

Cocoa Based Polyphenols Regional Outlook (Volume, Tons; Revenue, USD Thousand, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • UK

  • Italy

  • France

  • Spain

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • India

  • Japan

  • South Korea

• Latin America

  • Brazil

  • Argentina

• Middle East and Africa

  • Saudi Arabia

  • South Africa

List of Key Players in the Cocoa Based Polyphenols Market

• ADM

• Barry Callebaut

• Kemin Industries

• Mars, Incorporated

• Naturex S.A

• Nutra Ingredients Limited

• Polyphenols AS

• Ajinomoto NaturalSpecialities

• Sabinsa, BERKEM

• Diana Food