PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1747868
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1747868
Global Pantothenic Acid Market to Reach US$668.7 Million by 2030
The global market for Pantothenic Acid estimated at US$466.2 Million in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$668.7 Million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Powder Form, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.8% CAGR and reach US$382.1 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Tablet Form segment is estimated at 7.2% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$127.0 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 9.7% CAGR
The Pantothenic Acid market in the U.S. is estimated at US$127.0 Million in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$136.3 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 9.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% and 6.0% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 4.1% CAGR.
Global Pantothenic Acid Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
Why Is Pantothenic Acid Gaining Strategic Importance Across Nutraceuticals and Functional Food Segments?
Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, plays a crucial role in human metabolism by supporting coenzyme A synthesis, fatty acid metabolism, and adrenal function. As consumer interest in metabolic health, energy enhancement, and stress adaptation rises, pantothenic acid is becoming a key ingredient across dietary supplements, fortified foods, and energy drinks. Beyond its traditional role in general wellness, it is increasingly promoted for specific applications including skin health, hair loss prevention, cholesterol reduction, and cognitive function support-expanding its value proposition in multiple end-use sectors.
The nutraceutical industry is actively incorporating pantothenic acid into multivitamin complexes, sports nutrition formulas, and standalone B-complex capsules. Functional beverage manufacturers are using the vitamin in anti-fatigue drinks, mood-enhancing supplements, and post-exercise recovery formulations. With growing health consciousness, especially in post-pandemic markets, consumers are proactively seeking preventive micronutrient solutions-positioning pantothenic acid as a versatile and science-backed option for daily supplementation.
How Are Personal Care and Dermatology Trends Driving New-Use Cases for Pantothenic Acid?
An important growth frontier for pantothenic acid lies in its derivative form-Dexpanthenol (provitamin B5)-which is widely used in skin care, hair care, and wound healing formulations. With mounting consumer demand for natural, hypoallergenic, and restorative personal care products, Dexpanthenol has become a go-to active ingredient in moisturizers, after-sun lotions, anti-aging creams, shampoos, and scalp treatments. It helps improve skin hydration, enhance epithelial barrier repair, and support keratinization-making it a clinically validated and consumer-trusted additive in dermocosmetic lines.
Rising incidence of conditions such as acne, dermatitis, and hair thinning is creating broader dermatological applications for pantothenic acid. The segment is benefiting from increased product launches and research-backed formulations combining pantothenic acid with zinc, biotin, and niacinamide to target sebum control and cellular regeneration. E-commerce platforms and dermatology clinics are amplifying its usage by offering personalized skin and hair regimens that include pantothenic acid as a core micronutrient.
How Are Sourcing Challenges, Regulatory Classifications, and Fortification Trends Influencing Market Behavior?
As a water-soluble vitamin primarily synthesized via microbial fermentation or chemical synthesis, pantothenic acid sourcing is increasingly scrutinized for purity, bioavailability, and environmental footprint. Manufacturers are focusing on high-potency, stabilized formulations that resist degradation during processing and storage. The rise in demand for plant-based and non-GMO supplements is influencing sourcing strategies and supply chain certifications. Additionally, regulatory frameworks such as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) classification in the U.S. and EFSA approvals in Europe are ensuring compliant integration of the vitamin into both pharmaceutical and food-grade products.
Global food fortification programs are another strong growth driver. Governments and public health bodies are promoting B-vitamin inclusion in staple food items such as cereals, rice, dairy, and baked goods to combat micronutrient deficiencies in vulnerable populations. Infant nutrition products, meal replacements, and elderly nutrition supplements are emerging as high-value categories, where pantothenic acid is used not only for meeting RDA thresholds but also for value-added functional claims.
What’s Fueling the Global Demand for Pantothenic Acid Across Industry Verticals?
The growth in the pantothenic acid market is driven by several factors including rising consumer awareness of vitamin-based health maintenance, expansion of functional foods and beverages, and growing integration into dermatological and pharmaceutical applications. A major growth driver is the increasing prevalence of lifestyle-related disorders-such as fatigue, stress, and metabolic imbalances-which is prompting consumers to prioritize B-complex supplementation for overall resilience.
In emerging economies, rising disposable incomes, urbanization, and expanding pharmacy retail channels are supporting greater uptake of over-the-counter vitamin supplements. Concurrently, the personal care industry’s pivot toward ingredient transparency, clinical efficacy, and natural actives is placing pantothenic acid-based formulations at the center of innovation. With growing emphasis on clean-label, bioavailable, and multi-functional nutrition, pantothenic acid is well-positioned to see sustained demand from both therapeutic and lifestyle-driven markets.
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Pantothenic Acid market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Form (Powder, Tablet, Capsule); End-Use (Pharmaceuticals, Nutritional & Dietary Supplements, Animal Health & Nutrition, Infant Food & Supplements, Food & Beverages)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.
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