Increasing demand from food and beverage industry owing to its unique red color is the primary market driver. Unavailability of substitutes is expected to drive product demand in the forthcoming years. The Global Carmine Market size is expected to reach USD 26.0 million by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is anticipated to expand at a 5.8% CAGR in terms of revenue over the forecast period. Rising consumer awareness regarding harmful effects of synthetic food colors has resulted in increasing demand for carmine in bakery and confectionery products. In addition, use of natural colors as substitutes to synthetic red in novel beverages is expected to drive market growth over the forecast period. Growth of food and beverage industry in developing economies, in light of increased domestic consumption, is anticipated to be a major factor driving the carmine market. Rising preference for natural food colors owing to their health benefits is expected t