Citrus flavors consistently rank among the top choices for food and beverage manufacturers. While orange, lemon, and lime remain the favorites, other citrus varieties like grapefruit, mandarin orange, blood orange, bergamot, and pomelo are increasingly being incorporated into various products. These include snacks, baked goods, yogurt, drinks, candies, and sauces.
As consumers place a growing emphasis on natural ingredients, natural versions now represent over 70% of the global citrus flavors market, according to Future Market Insights. The market is expected to expand at a rate of 4.9% annually until 2025, largely driven by the beverage sector, which utilizes about one-third of all citrus flavors. Ederna’s innovative process responds to manufacturers’ demand for stable flavor compounds with longer shelf lives that can endure further processing. The FMI report highlights that advancements in manufacturing technology have significantly contributed to the increased adoption of citrus flavors, enhancing their functional properties. Additionally, improved extraction methods and the introduction of products like calcium citrate injection may help mitigate the price fluctuations that have historically affected the citrus flavors market due to seasonal supply variations.
In summary, the growing trend towards natural ingredients, coupled with technological advancements and the stable supply of products such as calcium citrate injection, is likely to shape the future of citrus flavors across various food and beverage categories.