Product Code: CMI1007
The Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market was valued at US$ 876.1 Mn in 2023 and is forecast to reach a value of US$ 1,286.2 Mn by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.6% between 2023 and 2030.
Report Coverage |
Report Details |
Base Year: |
2022 |
Market Size in 2023: |
US$ 876.1 Mn |
Historical Data for: |
2018 to 2021 |
Forecast Period: |
2023 - 2030 |
Forecast Period 2023 to 2030 CAGR: |
5.60% |
2030 Value Projection: |
US$ 1,286.2 Mn |
Figure 1. Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market, By Region

Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) are widely used in the food and beverages industry as a source of healthy fats. They are used in a variety of products including energy bars, sports drinks, and meal replacement shakes. MCTs are also used in the pharmaceutical industry as a source of energy for patients who are unable to consume food orally. They are also used in nutritional supplements and medical foods. Moreover, medium chain triglycerides are also used in the personal care industry in a variety of cosmetic products including lotions, creams, and hair care products. They have moisturizing and emollient properties, making them a popular ingredient in these products.
Market Dynamics:
The pharmaceutical industry has become a one of the major drivers of the demand for Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) in recent years. MCTs are increasingly being used as excipients in pharmaceutical products due to their ability to enhance the solubility and bioavailability of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global pharmaceutical sales are projected to reach US$ 1.6 trillion by 2025, up from $1.2 trillion in 2020. This growth will spur the demand for pharmaceutical excipients like MCTs.
MCTs are also particularly useful for lipid-based drug delivery systems, which improve the absorption of poorly water-soluble drugs. The growth in the biopharmaceutical pipeline relying on lipid excipients is contributing to the MCT demand.
Overall, expanding pharmaceutical sales, growth in biopharmaceutics, and potential direct uses of MCTs as APIs are fueling the rising demand from the pharmaceutical sector. This creates a positive long-term growth trajectory for the global medium chain triglycerides market.
Key features of the study:
- This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global medium chain triglycerides market, and provides market size (US$ Million) and Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2023-2030), considering 2022 as the base year
- It elucidates potential revenue growth opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
- This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
- It profiles key players in the global medium chain triglycerides market based on the following parameters such as company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
- The key companies covered as a part of this study include BASF SE, Wilmar International Limited, Lonza, Koninklijke DSM N.V., Stepan Company, Nutricia, Jarrow Formulas, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, KLK Oleo, and The Procter & Gamble Company
- Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
- The global medium chain triglycerides market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
- Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global medium chain triglycerides market
Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market Detailed Segmentation:
- By Fatty Acid Type:
- Caproic Acid
- Caprylic Acid
- Capric Acid
- Lauric Acid
- By Application:
- Dietary Supplements
- Pharmaceuticals
- Food and Beverages
- Beauty and Personal Care Products
- By Region :
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East
- Africa
- Company Profiles:
- BASF SE
- Wilmar International Limited
- Lonza
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- Stepan Company
- Nutricia
- Jarrow Formulas
- E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
- KLK Oleo
- The Procter & Gamble Company
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
- Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
- Market Snippet, By Fatty Acid Type
- Market Snippet, By Application
- Market Snippet, By Region
- Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Rising Consumer Interest in Ketogenic and Paleo Diets that Emphasize Coconut Oil and MCTs
- Increasing Use of MCTs In Various Food, Beverage, and Supplement Products
- Impact Analysis
- Key Highlights
- Regulatory Scenario
- Product Launches/Approvals
- PEST Analysis
- PORTER's Analysis
- Merger and Acquisition Scenario
4. Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
- COVID-19 Epidemiology
- Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
- Economic Impact
5. Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market, By Fatty Acid Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2023 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- Caproic Acid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Caprylic Acid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Capric Acid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030,(US$ Million)
- Lauric Acid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
6. Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market, By Application, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2023 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- Dietary Supplements
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Pharmaceuticals
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Food and Beverages
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Beauty and Personal Care Products
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
7. Global Medium Chain Triglycerides Market, By Region, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2023 and 2030 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2018 - 2030
- Segment Trends
- North America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End User, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Europe
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End User, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Asia Pacific
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End User, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Latin America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End User, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Middle East
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2018-2030,(US$ Million)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End User, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
- Africa
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2018-2030,(US$ Million)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End User, 2018-2030, (US$ Million)
8. Competitive Landscape
- BASF SE
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Wilmar International Limited
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Lonza
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Stepan Company
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Nutricia
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Jarrow Formulas
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- KLK Oleo
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- The Procter & Gamble Company
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
- Analyst Views
9. Section
- Research Methodology
- About us