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Ursolic acid is a naturally occurring chemical compound present in various plants, such as rosemary and apples. It is believed to possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cancer-fighting properties. Due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant advantages, ursolic acid is often included in skincare products to improve skin health and offer protection against damage.
The primary types of ursolic acid include 25% ursolic acid, 50% ursolic acid, 90% ursolic acid, 98% ursolic acid, and others. The 25% ursolic acid is extracted from different sources and standardized to 25% for enhanced formulation reliability and consistency. Ursolic acid is available in various forms such as powdered form, capsules, and liquid form, and it finds applications in industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and others.
The ursolic acid market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides ursolic acid market statistics, including ursolic acid industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a ursolic acid market share, detailed ursolic acid market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the ursolic acid industry. This ursolic acid market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The ursolic acid market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.01 billion in 2024 to $0.01 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to traditional herbal medicine, pharmaceutical research, growing health awareness, cosmetic and skincare applications, research on anti-inflammatory effects
The ursolic acid market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.02 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing prevalence of lifestyle diseases, nutraceutical market growth, rising demand for herbal supplements, cancer research andTherapies, sustainable sourcing. Major trends in the forecast period include natural and herbal supplementation-inflammatory applications, the increasing use of ursolic acid in cosmetics and skincare products,anti-obesity supplements, sustainable sourcing.
The rising prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is anticipated to drive the growth of the ursolic acid market in the upcoming years. Ursolic acid has the capability to lower heart rates, inhibit the expression of reproducing cell nuclear antigen in damaged artery cells, and reduce lipid peroxide levels by scavenging free radicals. For example, in September 2024, a report published by the Stroke Foundation, an Australia-based national charity focused on stroke prevention, stated that in 2023, 45,785 Australians experienced a stroke, translating to one stroke every 11 minutes. Of these, 34,793 were first-time occurrences. Therefore, the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is fueling the growth of the ursolic acid market.
The rapid increase in the use of ursolic acid in the production of various cosmetic products, driven by the rising demand for herbal goods, is expected to boost market growth in the coming years. In cosmetic formulations, ursolic acid is utilized as an anti-aging agent, anti-inflammatory, anti-wrinkle agent, and antioxidant. For example, in May 2022, a report from the International Trade Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce, a U.S.-based government agency, indicated that the Canadian cosmetics market generated approximately USD 1.24 billion in revenue. The industry is projected to grow at an annual rate of 1.45%, reaching USD 1.8 billion by 2024. Therefore, the increasing adoption of ursolic acid in the cosmetic sector is driving the growth of the ursolic acid market.
Major companies in the ursolic acid market are strategically focusing on the introduction of broad-spectrum mineral sunscreens to gain a competitive advantage. Broad-spectrum mineral sunscreens, containing active ingredients like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, effectively preventing sunburn. In August 2022, skincare company MALIN + GOETZ Inc. launched SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen, featuring niacinamide, vitamin E, ursolic acid, antioxidants, and non-nano zinc oxide. This sunscreen, adopting MicroSperse technology for rapid absorption, offers water-resistant, broad-spectrum defense against UV rays and environmental stressors, suitable for all skin types and tones.
Major companies in the ursolic acid market are adopting a strategic partnership approach. Strategic partnerships involve leveraging the strengths and resources of each partner for mutual benefits and success. In December 2022, CJ FNT, a South Korea-based biotechnology company, collaborated with Emmyon to harness ursolic acid technology targeting the global nutrition market. This collaboration entails CJ FNT developing nutritional raw materials to prevent muscle loss, offering manufacturing insights and raw material application technologies to functional food manufacturers. Emmyon, a US-based biotechnology startup specializing in skeletal muscle biology and small molecule discovery, brings its expertise to the partnership.
In December 2022, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, a South Korea-based food company, entered into a partnership with Emmyon Inc. to develop ingredients for health supplements that combat muscle loss. This partnership involves a license agreement granting CJ CheilJedang access to Emmyon's patents covering ursolic acid from apple peels and herbs like rosemary and thyme. Emmyon Inc., a US-based biotechnology company, focuses on the discovery and development of small molecules that enhance muscle mass, strength, and metabolism.
Major companies operating in the ursolic acid market include Sabinsa Corporation, Sami-Sabinsa Group Limited, Changsha Staherb Natural Ingredients Co. Ltd., Shaanxi Jintai Biological Engineering Co. Ltd., Hunan NutraMax Inc., Changsha E.K. HERB Co. Ltd., Xian Tonking Biotech Co. Ltd., Geneham Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., TCI Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., MP Biomedicals LLC, Cayman Chemical Company, Chengdu King-Tiger Pharm-Chem Tech Co. Ltd., Shaanxi JoryHerb Bio-Technology Co. Ltd., Purestar Chem Enterprise Co. Ltd., Hangzhou Ruijiang Chemical Co. Ltd., Changsha Organic Herb Inc., Xi'an Natural Field Bio-Technique Co. Ltd., Hunan Huakang Biotech Inc., Xian Nature Choice Co. Ltd., Shaanxi M.R Natural Product Co. Ltd., Qingdao BNP Co. Ltd., Xian B-Thriving I/E Co. Ltd., Shaanxi Guanjie Technology Co. Ltd., Acetar Bio-Tech Inc., Hubei YuanCheng Saichuang Technology Co. Ltd., Hefei Joye Import & Export Co. Ltd., Changsha Gentcare Natural Ingredients Inc., Xi'an Huisun Bio-Tech Co. Ltd., Xian Arisun ChemPharm Co. Ltd., Naturalin Bio-Resources Co.Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the ursolic acid market share in 2024. Asia-Pacific was the second-largest market in ursolic acid market. The regions covered in the global ursolic acid market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the ursolic acid market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
The ursolic acid market consists of sales of ursolic acid from various sources such as oreganp and holy basil. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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