What is driving the popularity of L-Glutamine, Beta-Alanine and L-Carnosine? [62th Edition ADDITIVES Newsletter]

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Since October 2024, the key markets for dietary supplements and raw materials have seen significant changes. The L-Glutamine market is growing rapidly, driven by demand in sports nutrition and gut health, while Beta-Alanine and L-Carnosine are maintaining steady growth in Europe and North America. At the same time, climate disasters are having a serious impact on economies such as China, and rising potash supplies from Russia and Belarus are raising concerns about oversupply and price stability.

Let’s take a look at what else is happening in the market!

L-Glutamine

As of October 2024, the L-Glutamine market continues to grow rapidly, especially in the dietary supplement and sports nutrition sector. Interest in L-Glutamine is growing among athletes and people with intensive lifestyles, mainly due to its key role in muscle regeneration and immune system support. More and more people are also choosing L-Glutamine as a means of improving gut health, which is becoming increasingly important in an era of growing health awareness. Despite fluctuating raw material costs, the L-Glutamine market is forecasting stable growth with a projected annual growth rate of 5.8 per cent, mainly driven by increasing demand for supplements that support recovery and immunity.

Beta-Alanine

The Beta-Alanine market in Europe and North America remains stable, despite rising raw material costs and supply chain disruptions. Beta-Alanine has enjoyed consistent popularity among endurance and strength athletes, who appreciate its role in delaying muscle fatigue and improving physical performance. Increased interest in high-intensity forms of training, such as crossfit and endurance sports, is driving further growth in demand. By 2030, the Beta-Alanine market is forecast to grow by 6.5 per cent per year, especially in the sports supplement segment.

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L-Carnosine

As of October 2024, the carnosine market is showing a niche but growing trend, particularly in Europe and Asia, where dipeptide supplementation is gaining popularity. L-Carnosine, due to its antioxidant and muscle regeneration-promoting properties, is widely used among athletes and older people who want to delay muscle ageing. In the dietary supplement sector, annual growth of 5.2% is forecast, with increasing interest in Asia, where L-Carnosine is also increasingly used in the cosmetic and health sector. This growth is supported by a growing body of research into the health benefits of the ingredient.

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What else?

Climate disasters weaken China’s economy

China faced significant economic losses from natural disasters in the third quarter of 2024, with severe weather events such as Typhoons Bebinca and Yagi causing widespread disruption. The country is increasingly vulnerable to climate change, with millions of people affected and substantial damage to homes and agricultural land. Despite efforts to build resilience, the growing impact of extreme weather continues to take a heavy toll on China’s economy, disrupting food supplies and driving up prices.

Potash prices threatened by growing supply

Global potash supply is rebounding as Russia and Belarus find ways around Western sanctions, increasing shipments to Asia and South America. This rise in supply has led to concerns of oversupply, prompting producers to consider cutting output. Potash prices, which had surged after the invasion of Ukraine, have since stabilized but remain under pressure due to weaker global demand. While producers are optimistic about future growth, analysts warn that the current supply glut may limit price recovery, with only modest demand improvement expected in 2025.