Originally Published on: SpendEdge |Top 5 Yeast and Enzymes Suppliers Across the World

Yeast and enzymes play a crucial role in the fermentation process by breaking down sugar into carbon dioxide, ethanol, and flavor molecules. While commonly used in baking, yeast and enzymes also find application in alcoholic fermentation, where they convert sugar into ethanol. According to SpendEdge's procurement market intelligence report, the global yeast market is estimated to be approximately US$6 billion, and the global enzymes market is valued at around US$6.8 billion. This growth can largely be attributed to the expansion of the processed food and alcoholic beverages industry.

Leading Suppliers of Yeast and Enzymes

 Novozymes is a global biotechnology company and a prominent leader in biological solutions. The company specializes in research and development, producing microorganisms, industrial yeast, enzymes, and biopharmaceutical ingredients. Key product lines for Novozymes include enzymes, microorganisms, and biopolymers. Notably, in February 2017, Novozymes launched the Spirizyme T Portfolio, featuring glucoamylase enzymes with trehalase, achieving the industry's highest total sugar conversion. This product innovation contributed to nearly $1 million in additional revenue for the company.

DuPont 

DuPont, an American conglomerate established in 1802, focuses on science-based products and services. The company offers a wide array of innovative solutions across diverse industries, including agriculture, communication, food, construction, and transportation. DuPont's SYNERXIA Fermentation System is designed to deliver a 2% increase in ethanol yield while reducing the total sugar requirement by 20-25%. Additionally, DuPont manufactures next-generation fermentation additives called FermaSure, which enhances ethanol fermentation rates and efficiency without the need for antibiotics.

Royal DSM, a Dutch multinational corporation, operates in the fields of nutrition, health, and materials. The company is engaged in the production and supply of food, dietary supplements, personal care products, bio-based materials, yeast, and enzymes. DSM markets its yeast extracts under the brand names Maxarome, Multimore, and Gistex. In 2017, the company introduced reinforced resistant piping for boiling water, constructed using ForTii Ace high-performance polyamide and Xytron PPS compounds.

Lesaffre, a French yeast and enzymes manufacturer, is recognized as the world's largest producer of yeast. The company offers a range of products, including yeast and baking solutions, biotechnologies, and food ingredients. Their yeast and baking solutions encompass various yeast products, sourdough, bread-making ingredients, and an extensive baking center network. In 2017, Lesaffre invested approximately US$17.5 million in Intralytix, a biotechnology company based in the United States.

BASF SE 

BASF SE, a German chemical conglomerate, holds the distinction of being the world's largest chemical producer. The company's product portfolio spans multiple industries, including agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, pharmaceuticals, paints, personal care, energy, and electronics. BASF is renowned for developing high-performance enzymes used in industrial processes. In 2017, BASF announced plans to acquire a portion of Bayer's agrochemical business for a total of US$7 billion.