Global Feed Electrolytes Market

Minerals like Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Chloride (Cl), Bicarbonate (HCO3) have different essential functions in poultry and other animals. These form an essential part of all biological functions in them. This is done by adding electrolytes into water or the food the animals consume. It helps the animals in regulation of genes, in enzyme systems, keeps their osmotic balance, in their detoxification systems and acid base balance and in their bone metabolism. Mineral deficiencies in animals lead to a plethora of deficiencies in them like rickets, milk fever and osteoporosis. But is essential to keep a proper mineral content as excess content can further lead to other form of complications. Hence, it is essential to monitor the intake as well.

Market Dynamics

The Market has been fueled by the growth of mineral rich dietary meat foods which are consumed worldwide. With increase in urbanization, high disposable incomes and an awareness of health-related issues, consumers taste and preferences have changed. They now prefer meat with high protein content and rich quality which has led to expansion of meat processing industries and poultries who focus on using Electrolytes to produce healthy and mineral rich meat. However, the high cost of raw materials and the enforced regulations on some kinds of electrolytes are the major hindrance in the industry's growth.

Market Segmentation

The Market is segmented on the basis of product into Micro Minerals and Macro Minerals. Major Macro minerals include Sodium, Chloride, Potassium, Calcium etc. where as the Micro minerals are: Zinc, iodine, copper etc. The market is further divided on the basis of application or animal type into: Ruminants, Poultry, Swine, Aquaculture, Pet Food and others.

Regional/Geographic Analysis

The United States and Canada in North America; China, Japan, India in Asia-Pacific; Germany, UK, France, Italy and Russia in Europe; Brazil in South America have the largest market in their respective regions. Asia-Pacific is stated to have the highest growth rate in the coming years and other markets like Africa and South America are also growing at a considerable rate.

Key Players

Some of the major players in the market includeRoyal DSM, Tanke Biosciences Corp, Nutreco NV and BiochemLohne Germany, Archer Daniels Midland Co. (U.S.), Cargill Inc., Royal DSM (Netherlands), BASF SE (Germany), DuPont (U.S.), Archer Daniels Midland Co. (U.S.), and Ingredion

Report Contents:

> Market segments

> Market Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities

> Market Size & Forecast 2016 to 2022

> Supply & Demand Value Chain

> Market - Current Trends

> Competition & Major Companies

> Technology and R&D Status

> Porters Five Force Analysis

> Strategic and Critical Success Factor Analysis of Key Players

Regional Analysis:

> North America

>> US and Canada

> Latin America

>> Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Rest of Latin America

> Western Europe

>> EU5 (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, U.K.)

>> Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden)

>> Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands, and Luxembourg)

>> Rest of Western Europe

> Eastern Europe

>> Russia

>> Poland

>> Rest of Eastern Europe

> Asia Pacific

>> China

>> India

>> Japan

>> Australia and New Zealand

>> Rest of Asia Pacific

> Middle East and Africa

>> GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE and Kuwait)

>> South Africa

>> North Africa

>> Rest of Middle East and Africa

This report is an elaborate aggregation of primary inputs from industry experts and participants across the supply chain. It provides details on market segmentation which is derived from several product mapping exercises, macroeconomic parameters and other qualitative and quantitative insights. The impact of all such factors is delivered across multiple market segments and geographies.

Report Highlights:

> Detailed Historical Overview (Market Origins, Product Launch Timeline, etc.)

> Consumer and Pricing Analysis

> Market dynamics of the industry

> Market Segmentation

> Estimated Market Sizing in terms of volume and value

> Recent trends in Market and impact

> Research Status and Technology Overview

> Extensive Industry Structure Coverage