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"The global functional foods market size is projected to reach USD 275.77 billion by 2025. It is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 7.9% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for nutritional and fortifying food additives is one of the major growth drivers. Functional ingredients such as probiotics and omega-3 fatty acids are extensively consumed through yogurt and fish oils to reduce the instances and risks associated with cardiovascular diseases while improving the quality of intestinal microflora. The increasing trend of consuming these products is expected to sustain throughout the forecast period, thereby favoring market growth. Another important factor augmenting the demand is the rising consumer awareness regarding gut health. This is in reaction to reported cases of death owing to intestinal inflammation among other bowel disorders. Consumption of probiotics helps fight bad bacteria in such cases while aiding immunity in humans, thereby enhancing the gut health. Among the various products available in the market, probiotic yogurts are the most widely consumed products with proven digestive health claims. However, the functional food industry also has its share of challenges. Among various challenges, issues associated with product availability coupled with claims regarding insufficient nutrients derived from various functional food types has been hindering growth of the functional foods market."

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"The global hand care market size is anticipated to reach USD 16.9 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 4.5%. The market is driven by increasing health, hygiene, and wellness concerns, risks of communicable diseases, rise in health expenditure, and change in lifestyle. The market finds vast applications, majorly focusing on hand hygiene. According to WHO, the primary measure to reduce infections is hand hygiene. Moreover, challenges like "Clean Care is Safer Care" by WHO to improve and promote hygiene practices and standards are contributing to the growth of the hand care market. In 2018, the hand wash segment held the largest share of over 40.0% owing to its benefits of providing basic hygiene. Based on the U.S. Census data and Simmons National Consumer Survey (NHCS), 298.63 million Americans used liquid hand wash. The sanitizer segment is expected to expand at a CAGR of 4.8% over the forecast period due to its hassle free use. The beauty products market is also expected to witness significant growth over the next few years due to availability of a large variety of care solutions catering to specific problems. These products include moisturizers and sunscreens. For instance, a new e-commerce startup named Public Goods, which deals in hand care products with natural and organic products, have moisturizers and sunscreens to protect the skin."

"The global carbon black market size is projected to reach USD 25.95 billion by 2025 expanding at a CAGR of 6.0%. Increasing tire production on accounted of growing transportation industry is driving the product demand. Carbon black is a highly regulated industry as the manufacturing process is considered harmful owing to the toxic emissions, which have adverse effects on the environment and health. In February 2003, it was added to the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) list of substances known to the State that cause cancer. Major companies in the market are focusing on R&D activities to develop new manufacturing techniques to reduce harmful emissions. Stringent regulations to curb emissions are expected to play a major role in driving the market growth. Emerging countries in Asia Pacific, such as China, Thailand, India, and Indonesia, are projected to generate the maximum product demand in the coming years. Manufacturers in North America and Europe regions are forced to shift their operations to Asian countries owing to low cost in emerging countries. However, recovery in the automotive industry in countries, such as Germany and France, is are anticipated to boost market growth in Europe over the forecast period."

"The global food preservatives market size is expected to reach USD 3.2 billion by 2025, progressing at a CAGR of 3.7% over the forecast period. The fast-paced working lifestyle of consumers in North America and Asia Pacific has been instrumental in driving the demand for ready-to-eat products. Consequently, the use of food preservatives is expected to grow owing to benefits provided by them, such as prevention of food spoilage and increase in shelf life. Food preservation is a traditional method used to store and keep food safe for longer periods. Over the time, the method has evolved from the usage of culinary salt, sugar, to chemical types. Globalization has led to increased demand for the synthetic types. The usage of preservatives in various applications sectors including processed meat, bakery, and dairy is expected to foresee substantial growth in terms of revenue over the forecast period. Food preservatives are categorized into two types, namely, natural and synthetic. Rosemary extracts, vinegar, and natamycin are natural types, whereas propionates, benzoates, and sorbates are included in synthetic type, which are the most preferred ones. Factors such as adverse effects associated with synthetic food preservatives coupled with increasing health consciousness among consumers, are anticipated to drive the demand for natural variants."

"The global burn care market size is expected to reach USD 3.19 billion by 2026. It is projected to expand at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period. Increasing incidences of burn injuries are anticipated to fuel the demand for cost-effective treatment. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2017, 96.0% of fatal burns related to fire occurred in low- to middle-income countries. It further stated that on an average, burns resulting from fires every year caused 265,000 deaths. Majority of these deaths occur in low- to middle-income countries and approximately two-thirds occur in countries in Southeast Asia. Moreover, introduction of advanced treatment options such as reconstructive surgery and skin graft or bio membrane are expected to further upsurge the demand."

"The global soy milk market size is expected to reach USD 23.2 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 6.1% over the forecast period. The market is expected to witness significant growth owing to increasing awareness about the health benefits of soy foods and beverages. Availability of a variety of soy milk fortified with nutrients and flavors has helped the product gain popularity in children and adults alike. The beverages application segment held a major share of the overall revenue owing to growing consumption of soy milk as an alternative to cow milk for daily consumption or in preparation of tea and coffee. Moreover, new varieties of flavored soy milk is expected to drive the demand for beverages over the forecast period. However, the desserts segment is expected to grow significantly with a CAGR of 6.6%. Increasing consumption of non-dairy dessert food is expected to increase the consumption of the product in desserts."

"The global cocoa beans market size is expected to reach USD 16.32 billion by 2025 registering a CAGR of 7.3%, Growing popularity of cocoa beans as polyphenolic functional ingredient on account of their health benefits, such as reduced inflammation and risk of Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs), better blood circulation, and improved cholesterol levels, is projected to remain a favorable factor. Furthermore, increasing usage of organic personal care products due to their long-lasting skin care benefits is expected to boost the demand for cocoa beans in the cosmetics sector, thereby driving the global market."