CCGB(SZ:300138) Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-08-07 01:39Overview - The increasing health awareness among consumers has led to a rising demand for health foods and functional ingredients, with inulin being recognized for its dietary fiber and prebiotic properties, significantly impacting blood lipid control, blood sugar reduction, and gut health improvement [1][11] - In 2024, China's demand for inulin is projected to reach 18,200 tons, with a market size of 450 million yuan, while the domestic production is only 16,500 tons, indicating a substantial need for imports [11] Industry Chain - The upstream of the inulin industry includes the cultivation and harvesting of plants like Jerusalem artichoke and chicory, along with processing equipment; the midstream involves inulin production and processing; and the downstream encompasses application markets in food, health products, and pharmaceuticals [7][9] - In the food sector, inulin is used as a prebiotic in dairy products, beverages, and baked goods to enhance taste and nutritional value, while in health products, it is often formulated as dietary fiber supplements [7] Market Demand - The food and beverage sector is the largest consumer market for inulin in China, accounting for over 70% of the total consumption; in the first five months of 2025, the revenue of large-scale food manufacturing enterprises reached 894.49 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 2% [9][11] Competitive Landscape - The inulin industry in China has a high market concentration, with foreign companies like Beneo, Sensus, and Cosucra holding significant market shares due to their established technology and brand influence; domestic companies such as Morning Light Biotechnology and Chongqing Jiao Wang Natural Products are gradually expanding their market presence [15][18] - Beneo-Orafti is a leading global player in the inulin market, with production bases in Belgium and Chile, while domestic companies are also gaining traction through technological advancements and product quality improvements [15][18] Development Trends - Future applications of inulin will extend beyond conventional uses in food and health products, with potential developments in functional foods and beverages, as well as in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, driven by ongoing research into its physiological activities [22] - Increased market competition is expected, prompting inulin companies to focus on technological innovation, quality enhancement, and cost control to develop high-value-added products and improve profit margins [22]