In 2023, Ghana leads in non-food uses of global food stimulants with a volume of 73.0 thousand metric tons, witnessing a 10.66% year-on-year increase. Sierra Leone follows at 41.0, with minimal growth of 0.5%. Togo and Nigeria reported declines and stagnation, respectively, with Nigeria holding steady at 25.0. The UAE and Greece are minor contributors with volumes of 3.0 and 2.0, both showing no growth. The five-year CAGR exhibits a mixed trend with Ghana showing potential growth, while other regions remain relatively flat or declining.
Future trends to watch include:
- An expected increase in demand for sustainable and eco-friendly non-food applications, particularly in emerging markets.
- Technological advancements leading to new non-food uses of food stimulants.
- Policies and regulations affecting the availability and adoption of these substances across different regions.
Top countries in Food Stimulants Non-food Uses by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ghana | 73 | 2023 | 0% | +10.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sierra Leone | 41 | 2023 | +2.5% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Togo | 28 | 2023 | -3.45% | -2.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Nigeria | 25 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Arab Emirates | 3 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
