Global Apple Cider Vinegar Industry Growth and Trends Forecast to 2031

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a type of vinegar made from fermented apple juice. It contains acetic acid and various bioactive compounds, giving it a distinctive sour taste and strong aroma. ACV is widely used for culinary, health, beauty, and household cleaning purposes.

ACV has a history dating back thousands of years. Ancient civilizations, including the Babylonians, Greeks, and Romans, recognized its medicinal properties. Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine," prescribed ACV for various ailments around 400 BCE. In modern times, its applications have expanded, from natural remedies to a key ingredient in organic and wellness products.

The primary raw material for ACV is fresh apples, but different apple varieties can influence the flavor profile. Key ingredients include:

•Apples – Provide natural sugars for fermentation.

•Yeast – Converts sugars into alcohol (first fermentation).

•Acetobacter Bacteria – Converts alcohol into acetic acid (second fermentation).

The production of ACV involves two main fermentation stages:

1. Alcoholic Fermentation

Apples are crushed, and yeast is added to convert sugars into alcohol.

Chemical Equation: Glucose → Alcohol + CO₂.

2. Acetic Acid Fermentation

Acetobacter bacteria further oxidize alcohol into acetic acid.

Chemical Equation: Alcohol + O₂ → Acetic Acid + Water.

3️. Filtration and Aging (Optional)

ACV may be filtered to remove solid residues or retain the “Mother.”

Some premium products undergo aging to enhance flavor and complexity.

Classification based on whether it undergoes filtration:

•Unfiltered ACV

Contains the “Mother” – a sediment rich in enzymes, proteins, and probiotics.

Cloudy in appearance and often marketed as raw or organic.

Preferred for health and wellness applications.

•Filtered ACV

Has the “Mother” removed, making it clear and smooth in taste.

More commonly used in cooking and household cleaning.

Applications of Apple Cider Vinegar:

•Food & Cooking

Used as a salad dressing, marinade, and pickling agent.

Acts as a natural preservative and flavor enhancer.

Added to baking recipes to improve dough texture.

•Health & Beauty

Consumed as a supplement to aid digestion and regulate blood sugar.

Used as a natural skin toner and acne treatment.

Applied as a hair rinse to improve scalp health and shine.

•Household Cleaning

A natural disinfectant that kills bacteria and removes odors.

Used for cleaning glass, countertops, and kitchen appliances.

Acts as a deodorizer and pesticide alternative.

Apple cider vinegar is a versatile product with a long history of use in food, health, beauty, and home care. Whether in its unfiltered form with the “Mother” for wellness purposes or filtered for general use, ACV remains an essential natural product in households worldwide.

According to APO Research, The global Apple Cider Vinegar market was estimated at US$ million in 2025 and is projected to reach a revised size of US$ million by 2031, witnessing a CAGR of xx% during the forecast period 2026-2031.

North American market for Apple Cider Vinegar is estimated to increase from $ million in 2025 to reach $ million by 2031, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period of 2026 through 2031.

Asia-Pacific market for Apple Cider Vinegar is estimated to increase from $ million in 2025 to reach $ million by 2031, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period of 2026 through 2031.

Europe market for Apple Cider Vinegar is estimated to increase from $ million in 2025 to reach $ million by 2031, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period of 2026 through 2031.

The major global manufacturers of Apple Cider Vinegar include Bragg, Barnes Naturals, Fleischmann's Vinegar, Dynamic Health, TDYH Drink Corp., Kanesho, Foshan Haitian company, Jiangsu Hengshun Vinegar and Golden Valley Vinegar, etc. In 2024, the world's top three vendors accounted for approximately % of the revenue.

This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Apple Cider Vinegar, with both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Apple Cider Vinegar.

The Apple Cider Vinegar market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (kga) and revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. This report segments the global Apple Cider Vinegar market comprehensively. Regional market sizes, concerning products by Type, by Application, and by players, are also provided. For a more in-depth understanding of the market, the report provides profiles of the competitive landscape, key competitors, and their respective market ranks. The report also discusses technological trends and new product developments.

In this section, the readers will gain an understanding of the key players competing. This report has studied the key growth strategies, such as innovative trends and developments, intensification of product portfolio, mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, new product innovation, and geographical expansion, undertaken by these participants to maintain their presence. Apart from business strategies, the study includes current developments and key financials. The readers will also get access to the data related to global revenue, price, and sales by manufacturers for the period 2020-2025. This all-inclusive report will certainly serve the clients to stay updated and make effective decisions in their businesses.

Bragg

Barnes Naturals

Fleischmann's Vinegar

Dynamic Health

TDYH Drink Corp.

Kanesho

Foshan Haitian company

Jiangsu Hengshun Vinegar

Golden Valley Vinegar

Kevala

White House Foods

Spectrum Organic Products

Heinz

Musselman's

Manzana Products

Thirsty Farmer Cider

Filtered

Unfiltered

Food & Cooking

Health & Beauty

Household Cleaner

North America

United States

Canada

Mexico

Europe

Germany

France

U.K.

Italy

Russia

Spain

Netherlands

Switzerland

Sweden

Poland

Asia-Pacific

China

Japan

South Korea

India

Australia

Taiwan

Southeast Asia

South America

Brazil

Argentina

Chile

Colombia

Middle East & Africa

Egypt

South Africa

Israel

Türkiye

GCC Countries

High-impact rendering factors and drivers have been studied in this report to aid the readers to understand the general development. Moreover, the report includes restraints and challenges that may act as stumbling blocks on the way of the players. This will assist the users to be attentive and make informed decisions related to business. Specialists have also laid their focus on the upcoming business prospects.

1. This report will help the readers to understand the competition within the industries and strategies for the competitive environment to enhance the potential profit. The report also focuses on the competitive landscape of the global Apple Cider Vinegar market, and introduces in detail the market share, industry ranking, competitor ecosystem, market performance, new product development, operation situation, expansion, and acquisition. etc. of the main players, which helps the readers to identify the main competitors and deeply understand the competition pattern of the market.

2. This report will help stakeholders to understand the global industry status and trends of Apple Cider Vinegar and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.

3. This report will help stakeholders to understand competitors better and gain more insights to strengthen their position in their businesses. The competitive landscape section includes the market share and rank (in volume and value), competitor ecosystem, new product development, expansion, and acquisition.

4. This report stays updated with novel technology integration, features, and the latest developments in the market

5. This report helps stakeholders to gain insights into which regions to target globally

6. This report helps stakeholders to gain insights into the end-user perception concerning the adoption of Apple Cider Vinegar.

7. This report helps stakeholders to identify some of the key players in the market and understand their valuable contribution.

Chapter 1: Introduces the study scope of this report, executive summary of market segments by type, market size segments for North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa.

Chapter 2: Introduces the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.

Chapter 3: Detailed analysis of Apple Cider Vinegar manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales, revenue, market share and ranking, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.

Chapter 4: Sales, revenue of Apple Cider Vinegar in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the future development prospects, and market space in the world.

Chapter 5: Introduces market segments by application, market size segment for North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa.

Chapter 6: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa, sales and revenue by country.

Chapter 12: Analysis of industrial chain, key raw materials, manufacturing cost, and market dynamics.

Chapter 13: Concluding Insights of the report.