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MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) Price Trend and Forecast
MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) Price Trend and Forecast
Regional Price Overview
Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa).
Monosodium Glutamate Price Trend for First Half of 2023
Asia
The prices of monosodium glutamate (MSG) were influenced by the market activities of its feedstock glutamic acid. The first quarter proved to be in favor of the rise in prices of monosodium glutamate as the pharmaceutical sector in China witnessed a strong incline in their market activities, and the number of offtakes from domestic and international buyers also escalated at a great pace.
The revival of China’s market after a long stretch of stagnancy due to COVID-19 and the holiday season resulted in high rates of production that were balanced out by the growing demand for monosodium glutamate. However, from the middle of the second quarter, the trend began its southward journey due to a lack of support from feedstock prices, a reduction in demand, and high economic uncertainties in the region.
Europe
The European traders witnessed a gradual incline in the price trend of monosodium glutamate in the first quarter of 2023 as the rates of procurement from the downstream industries increased several folds and trading activities also moved positively.
The price trend inclined in the initial months of the second quarter, too, as the domestic demand, high cost of raw materials, and rising prices of energy production led to the upward movement of monosodium glutamate prices. However, the slow movement of the European economy, large-scale production of products, and fall in demand affected the monosodium glutamate negatively in the end months of the second quarter of 2023.
North America
A steady trend in the prices of monosodium glutamate was observed in the first quarter of 2023 as the market was supported by enhanced trade flow and low cost of logistics along with high demand from the downstream pharmaceuticals sector. The cost of raw materials also led to a positive inclination in the prices of monosodium glutamate.
However, the market dynamics in the second quarter were not that favorable for the price trend of monosodium glutamate as its demand slid in both domestic and international markets. And with improvement in trade with Asian countries, the high rates of influx boosted the level of inventories. In addition to this, rising inflation and interest rates by banks amid concerning economic conditions proved to be consistent problems for the monosodium glutamate price trend.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, the price trend of Monosodium Glutamate is expected to decline in the upcoming quarter as the downstream industries are showing low rates of procurement, and heavy fluctuations in the economic sector will likely have a negative impact on the monosodium glutamate market.
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About
MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) is basically known as the sodium salt of glutamic acid. This compound is a white, odourless, crystalline powder, which is available as the monohydrate. It is one of the most abundant non-essential amino acids found in nature. Further, glutamic acid is also found to be naturally available in tomatoes, cheese, mushrooms, and other foods. MSG is utilised as a flavour enhancer to intensify the meaty, savoury flavour of the food items.
Product Details
| Report Features | Details |
| Product Name | MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) |
| Industrial Uses | Flavour enhancer, Medical and pharmaceutical products, Meat products, Seasonal blends, Cheeses |
| Chemical Formula | C5H8NNaO4 |
| Synonyms | 142-47-2, Sodium 2-aminopentanedioate, Glutamic acid monosodium salt |
| Molecular Weight | 169.11 g/mol |
| Supplier Database | Ajinomoto Co., Inc., COFCO International, Fufeng Group Company Limited, Bio-Chem Technology Group Company Limited, Meihua Holdings Group Co., Ltd, Cargill, Incorporated |
| Region/Countries Covered | Asia Pacific: China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand Europe: Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece North America: United States and Canada Latin America: Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco |
| Currency | US$ (Data can also be provided in local currency) |
| Supplier Database Availability | Yes |
| Customization Scope | The report can be customized as per the requirements of the customer |
| Post-Sale Analyst Support | 360-degree analyst support after report delivery |
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Production Process
- Production of MSG via Bacterial Fermentation
The natural products such as sugarcane and tapioca are utilised in the production of MSG through bacterial fermentation. Such products, upon bacterial fermentation form glutamic acid, which is followed by sodium neutralisation, converting the acid into MSG solution. The obtained solution is further purified to finally obtain the desired product.
Methodology
The displayed pricing data is derived through weighted average purchase price, including contract and spot transactions at the specified locations unless otherwise stated. The information provided comes from the compilation and processing of commercial data officially reported for each nation (i.e. government agencies, external trade bodies, and industry publications).
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