Stearyl Tartrate Market

By Source;

Plants and Animals

By Application;

Emulsifier, Thickening Agent, Stabilizer and Others

By Industry Vertical;

Bakery, Food & Beverages and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn532660851 Published Date: September, 2025 Updated Date: October, 2025

Stearyl Tartrate Market Overview

Stearyl Tartrate Market (USD Million)

Stearyl Tartrate Market was valued at USD 92.13 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 113.31 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.0%.


Stearyl Tartrate Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 3.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)3.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 92.13 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 113.31 Million
Market ConcentrationHigh
Report Pages366
92.13
2024
113.31
2031

Major Players

  • BASF SE
  • Kraton Corporation
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Siegfried Holding AG
  • Shijiazhuang Haosheng Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • FMC Corporation
  • Merck KGaA
  • Penta Manufacturing Company
  • Ferro Corporation
  • Sabo S.p.A.

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Stearyl Tartrate Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Stearyl Tartrate Market is expanding steadily, supported by its increasing use as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and food additive across bakery, confectionery, and beverage industries. With its ability to enhance texture, shelf life, and product stability, stearyl tartrate is gaining traction among food manufacturers. Nearly 35% of bakery products now incorporate emulsifiers like stearyl tartrate to improve dough conditioning and consistency.

Rising Demand in Food Applications
The growing preference for processed and packaged foods is boosting the adoption of stearyl tartrate. Its role in providing uniform mixing and maintaining product freshness makes it vital in bakery and confectionery production. Around 40% of demand stems from baked goods, highlighting its strong position in food applications.

Expanding Use in Cosmetics and Personal Care
Beyond food, the compound is also gaining recognition in cosmetics and skincare formulations. It functions as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent, contributing to smoother product application. More than 25% of stearyl tartrate demand comes from personal care, driven by rising consumption of creams and lotions.

Market Growth Outlook
With its versatile properties and multi-industry applications, the stearyl tartrate market is expected to maintain consistent growth. Rising consumer demand for quality processed foods, coupled with the expansion of the cosmetics industry, will continue to drive opportunities in the coming years.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Source
    2. Market Snapshot, By Application
    3. Market Snapshot, By Industry Vertical
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Stearyl Tartrate Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Cosmetic Demand

        2. Pharmaceutical Use

        3. Natural Products

        4. Market Expansion

      2. Restraints
        1. Price Fluctuations

        2. Synthetic Alternatives

        3. Regulatory Challenges

        4. Supply Chain Disruptions

      3. Opportunities
        1. Growing Applications

        2. Sustainability Focus

        3. Product Innovation

        4. Strategic Partnerships

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Stearyl Tartrate Market, By Source, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Plants
      2. Animals
    2. Stearyl Tartrate Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Emulsifier
      2. Thickening Agent
      3. Stabilizer
      4. Others
    3. Stearyl Tartrate Market, By Industry Vertical, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Bakery
      2. Food & Beverages
      3. Others
    4. Stearyl Tartrate Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Zhengzhou Chaofan Chemical
      2. BASF SE
      3. Kraton Corporation
      4. Evonik Industries AG
      5. Siegfried Holding AG
      6. Shijiazhuang Haosheng Chemical Co., Ltd.
      7. FMC Corporation
      8. Merck KGaA
      9. Penta Manufacturing Company
      10. Ferro Corporation
      11. Sabo S.p.A.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market