Feed Binders Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Livestock, By Nature, By Region and Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Feed Binders Market was valued at USD 5.20 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 7.13 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.36%. This growth is largely fueled by rising demand for high-quality, durable animal feed and increasing awareness among livestock producers regarding feed efficiency and nutrient preservation. Feed binders play a critical role in enhancing the texture, stability, and nutritional integrity of compound feed, minimizing losses during handling, transportation, and storage. The expanding production of compound feed, particularly in emerging economies, is further propelling binder usage across poultry, swine, ruminant, and aquaculture sectors.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 5.20 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 7.13 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	5.36%
Fastest Growing Segment	Poultry
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

Technological advancements are unlocking new opportunities for feed binder manufacturers, especially with the introduction of multifunctional binders that support gut health, toxin control, and improved digestibility. Additionally, the industry is witnessing a strong shift toward natural and sustainable ingredients, driven by regulatory scrutiny and consumer demand for safer animal products. This transition is encouraging companies to invest in R&D and diversify their portfolios to align with evolving animal nutrition standards.

Key Market Drivers

Growing Demand for Compound Feed

The increasing demand for compound feed is a significant driver for the feed binders market, as livestock producers prioritize uniform and nutritionally balanced feed to improve growth rates and overall animal health. This trend is particularly prevalent in intensive poultry and swine farming operations, where feed conversion efficiency directly impacts profitability.

According to a 2024 Alltech report, global compound feed production rose by 1.2%, with poultry feed maintaining the largest share. This growth highlights the expanding preference for formulated feed, even amid economic uncertainty.

In the aquaculture sector, feed demand is also on the rise. The FAO reported a 3.7% global increase in aquafeed production in 2024, largely driven by Asia's growing fish farming operations. Pelletized, water-stable feed formulations are critical in these systems, intensifying the demand for high-performance binders. These feeds not only improve conversion ratios but also help address environmental concerns such as water pollution, reinforcing the role of binders in sustainable aquaculture practices.

Key Market Challenges

Volatility in Raw Material Supply and Prices

One of the primary challenges facing the feed binders market is the volatility in the supply and pricing of essential raw materials, including agricultural products like wheat, corn, guar gum, and cassava starch, as well as mineral-based inputs like bentonite.

These materials are susceptible to disruptions from climate events, inconsistent crop yields, and fluctuations in global commodity markets. For example, a poor monsoon season in India-one of the world's major guar gum producers-can result in supply shortages and price spikes, affecting product consistency and profitability.

Additional cost pressures from rising energy prices and transportation inefficiencies compound the issue, particularly in regions with underdeveloped logistics infrastructure. Given the price-sensitive nature of feed binders, these cost increases can either erode margins or lead to higher prices for end-users, potentially limiting demand and hindering market growth.

Key Market Trends

Surge in Natural & Sustainable Binders

A significant trend in the feed binders industry is the growing shift toward natural, biodegradable, and eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic binders. Regulatory changes and consumer preferences are prompting feed producers to eliminate ingredients associated with toxicity and residues in animal products.

As a result, natural binders such as guar gum, cassava starch, wheat gluten, lignosulfonates, and seaweed extracts are gaining traction. These binders are non-toxic, sustainable, and often provide additional nutritional value, making them suitable for use in antibiotic-free and clean-label feed formulations.

Livestock producers, particularly in markets with strict feed additive regulations, are adopting these solutions to support animal welfare and enhance market appeal. Feed manufacturers are responding by reformulating products to ensure pellet stability, water resistance, and digestibility, aligning with broader sustainability and food safety goals across the feed-to-food supply chain.

Key Market Players

Beneo GmbH
Borregaard AS
CP Kelco U.S., Inc.
Anpario plc.
Roquette Freres SA
Bentoli, Inc.
Royal Avebe U.A.
Cra-Vac Industries Inc.
Uniscope Inc.
Elixir Bio Life Science

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Feed Binders Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends, which have also been detailed below:

Feed Binders Market, By Type:

Lignosulfonates
Plant Gums and Starches
Molasses
Clay
Others

Feed Binders Market, By Livestock:

Poultry
Ruminants
Swine
Aquatic Animals
Others

Feed Binders Market, By Nature:

Natural
Synthetic

Feed Binders Market, By Region:

North America

United States
Mexico
Canada

Europe

France
Germany
United Kingdom
Spain
Italy

Asia-Pacific

China
India
South Korea
Japan
Australia

South America

Brazil
Argentina

Middle East & Africa

South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies in the Global Feed Binders Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Feed Binders Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Type (Lignosulfonates, Plant Gums and Starches, Molasses, Clay, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Livestock (Poultry, Ruminants, Swine, Aquatic Animals, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Nature (Natural, Synthetic)
- 5.2.4. By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa)
- 5.2.5. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map
- 5.3.1. By Type
- 5.3.2. By Livestock
- 5.3.3. By Nature
- 5.3.4. By Region

6. North America Feed Binders Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type
- 6.2.2. By Livestock
- 6.2.3. By Nature
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Livestock
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Nature
- 6.3.2. Mexico Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Livestock
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Nature
- 6.3.3. Canada Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Livestock
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Nature

7. Europe Feed Binders Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type
- 7.2.2. By Livestock
- 7.2.3. By Nature
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. France Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Livestock
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Nature
- 7.3.2. Germany Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Livestock
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Nature
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Livestock
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Nature
- 7.3.4. Spain Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Livestock
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Nature
- 7.3.5. Italy Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Livestock
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Nature

8. Asia-Pacific Feed Binders Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type
- 8.2.2. By Livestock
- 8.2.3. By Nature
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Livestock
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Nature
- 8.3.2. India Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Livestock
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Nature
- 8.3.3. South Korea Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Livestock
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Nature
- 8.3.4. Japan Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Livestock
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Nature
- 8.3.5. Australia Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Livestock
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Nature

9. South America Feed Binders Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type
- 9.2.2. By Livestock
- 9.2.3. By Nature
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Livestock
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Nature
- 9.3.2. Argentina Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Livestock
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Nature

10. Middle East and Africa Feed Binders Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Type
- 10.2.2. By Livestock
- 10.2.3. By Nature
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. South Africa Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Livestock
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Nature
- 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Livestock
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Nature
- 10.3.3. UAE Feed Binders Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Livestock
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Nature

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Product Launches
12.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
12.3. Technological Advancements

13. Global Feed Binders Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Royal Beneo GmbH
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Company Snapshot
- 15.1.3. Products & Services
- 15.1.4. Financials (As Reported)
- 15.1.5. Recent Developments
- 15.1.6. Key Personnel Details
- 15.1.7. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Borregaard AS
15.3. CP Kelco U.S., Inc.
15.4. Anpario plc.
15.5. Roquette Freres SA
15.6. Bentoli, Inc.
15.7. Royal Avebe U.A.
15.8. Cra-Vac Industries Inc.
15.9. Uniscope Inc.
15.10. Elixir Bio Life Science