South Korea Natural Food Colors Market

South Korea Natural Food Colors Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Natural Food Colors Market Size Was Estimated at USD 33.6 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 8.34% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Natural Food Colors Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 81.1 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Decision Advisors, the South Korea Natural Food Colors Market is anticipated to reach USD 81.1 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 8.34% from 2025 to 2035. The natural food colors market in South Korea is driven by various factors, including rising health awareness, the growth of processed and convenience foods, and regulatory support.

Market Overview

The natural food colors market focuses on the production, supply, and application of colorants derived from natural sources such as plants, fruits, vegetables, algae, and microorganisms. These colorants provide a safer, healthier substitute for synthetic colors and are used to add or improve the visual appeal of food and beverage products. These natural colourants are available in various forms such as powder, liquid, gel & paste. They are widely used in bakery, dairy, confectionery, beverages, snacks, and functional foods to enhance appearance and nutritional value. The need for natural food is being driven by the growth of South Korea's bakery, dairy, confectionery, and beverage sectors. natural colors become crucial as producers concentrate on visually appealing, safe, and clean label products, increasing output, product innovation, and market expansion. The rising consumer preferences for clean-label products are one of the key trends for this market. Rising demand for nutraceuticals and fortified products presents opportunities for natural colors like beta carotene and anthocyanins to enhance both appeal and health benefits.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea natural food colors market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea natural food colors market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the South korea natural food colors market.

Driving Factors

The rise in health awareness leads to increasing consumer preference for clean label, chemical-free, and naturally derived ingredients is driving the demand for natural colors across the food and beverage category in South Korea. Rising demand for functional foods and fortified foods is also contributing to the market growth. The expanding processed food industry, including bakery, dairy, confectionery, and ready-to-eat meals, drives steady demand for natural colorants. Additionally, technological advancements in the extraction process also play an important role in market expansion.

Restraining Factors

Natural color extraction and stabilization processes are more expensive than synthetic alternatives, limiting adoption among cost-sensitive manufacturers. Additionally, competition from synthetic colors also restrains the market growth.   

Market Segmentation

The South Korea natural food colors market share is classified into ingredients and application.   

• The beta carotene segment held the largest share of the market in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR during the forecast period.    

The South Korea natural food colors market is segmented by ingredients into beta carotene, lycopene, and anthocyanin. Among these, the beta carotene segment held the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid CAGR during the forecast period. This segmental growth is attributed to its widespread use as n natural colorant and antioxidant in beverages, bakery, dairy, and confectionery products, coupled with growing preferences for clean label and health-promoting ingredients.

• The powder segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.  

The South Korea natural food colors market is segmented by form into powder, liquid, gel & paste. Among these, the powder segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This segmental growth is due to its unique advantages in handling, storage, and application accuracy. Additionally, compared to liquid forms, powdered natural food colors have a longer shelf life, which makes them ideal for producers looking to reduce waste and improve inventory control.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea natural food colors market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

Sensient Technologies Corporation

• Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
• BASF SE
• Givaudan SA
• DSM-Firmenich AG
• Döhler Group
• San-Ei Gen F.F.I., Inc.
• Taiyo Kagaku Co., Ltd.   
• Others

Recent Developments

• In September 2025, Michroma (USA) and CJ CheilJedang (South Korea) formed a strategic partnership to scale commercial production of fermentation-based natural colorants.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Decision Advisors has segmented the South Korea Natural Food Colors market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Natural Food Colors Market, By Product Type

• Beta Carotene
• Lycopene
• Anthocyanin

South Korea Natural Food Colors Market, By Form

• Powder
• Liquid
• Gel & Paste