The Future of Sugar Reduction: Where Is the Alternative Sweeteners Market Heading?

May 26, 2026

Stevia and monk fruit are increasingly used for clean-label positioning, while allulose is gaining traction beyond premium niches as brands use its sugar-like functionality and favorable “no added sugar” labeling appeal to broaden adoption. Meanwhile, 86% of F&B manufacturers now view sugar reduction as a necessity, and tightening labeling regulations worldwide are accelerating the shift. What sweetener categories and regions are poised for the strongest growth?

Watch our webinar, drawing upon key insights from our soon-to-be-published Alternative Sweetener Ingredients Market Outlook: Global Market Analysis and Opportunities report, to learn about:

  • Key sweetener ingredient trends across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and emerging markets
  • High-growth categories, such as natural high-intensity sweeteners and rare sugars, versus established segments, such as polyols and synthetic sweeteners
  • Application-level opportunities and formulation challenges across beverages, confectionery, bakery, and dairy
  • Voice of leading F&B manufacturers on their outlook, key obstacles, and the real‑world challenges they face in the sugar‑reduction journey

Speakers

Dr Antonella Lisella

Project Manager

Sophie Zhou

Senior Consultant
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