Global Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract Market Strategic Research Report

Scope of the Report

The global Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract market size is predicted to grow from US$ 254 million in 2025 to US$ 391 million in 2032; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2026 to 2032.

In 2025, global sales volume of Glycyrrhiza inflata root extract reached 12,000 metric tons, with an average price of US$20,863 per ton.

Glycyrrhiza inflata root extract (INCI name: Glycyrrhiza inflata Root Extract) is a natural plant extract obtained from the dried roots and rhizomes of the legume Glycyrrhiza inflata Batalin through processes such as water, alcohol, or solvent extraction. Rich in various bioactive components—primarily glycyrrhizin, licochalcone A (LCA), glycyrrhetinic acid, flavonoids (such as liquiritigenin and isoliquiritigenin), and triterpene saponins—the extract offers multiple benefits, including significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-tumor properties, as well as sun protection and skin-whitening effects.

The raw material for this extract consists of the dried roots and rhizomes of Glycyrrhiza inflata, a perennial herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae (legume) family. It is primarily distributed across southern Xinjiang, China (including the Tarim Basin, Aksu, Bayingolin, and Hotan regions) and western Gansu (such as Jiuquan and Dunhuang), as well as in Central Asian countries like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. Among the three licorice species recognized in pharmacopoeias, Glycyrrhiza inflata exhibits the highest stress tolerance; it can withstand soil salinity levels up to 20% (with an optimal range of 2%–4%) and demonstrates exceptional drought resistance, thriving in areas with annual precipitation of less than 100 mm. Its roots and rhizomes are robust, gray-brown or grayish-tan in color, hard in texture, and low in starchiness, with a taste that is sweet or slightly bitter. In 2025, Glycyrrhiza inflata (inflated-fruit licorice) accounts for 13% of the total licorice cultivation area in Xinjiang; wild populations are primarily concentrated along the Tarim River in southern Xinjiang. Due to its inclusion in China's list of key protected wild medicinal materials—which strictly limits the harvesting of wild resources—current cultivation is dominated by Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Ural licorice). Large-scale cultivation dedicated specifically to Glycyrrhiza inflata remains limited, and the stability of raw material supply is a critical bottleneck constraining the expansion of production capacity.

The cost structure for Glycyrrhiza inflata root extract comprises raw material procurement (approx. 35%–45%), extraction and processing (approx. 25%–35%), quality testing and standardization (approx. 10%–15%), packaging and logistics (approx. 8%–12%), and R&D and compliance costs (approx. 5%–10%).

Key Questions Addressed in this Report

What is the 10-year outlook for the global Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract market?

What factors are driving Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract market growth, globally and by region?

Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?

How do Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract market opportunities vary by end market size?

How does Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract break out by Type, by Application?

This report presents a comprehensive overview of the global Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract market, covering market size and forecast, segmentation by product type and application, competitive landscape, leading players and regional and country-level outlook.

Segment by Type

• Pharmaceutical Grade
• Food Grade
• Feed Grade
• Others

Segment by Product Form

• Powder
• Fluid Extract
• Solid Extract Block
• Other

Segment by Extraction Method

• Solvent Extraction
• Supercritical CO₂ Extraction
• Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction
• Membrane Separation/Ceramic Membrane Ultrafiltration

Segment by Application

• Food Industry
• Cosmetic Industry
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Others

Who Can Use This Report?

This report is written for decision-makers who need a clear, data-backed view of the global Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract market:

• Manufacturers, suppliers and solution providers benchmarking their position and planning product, capacity and go-to-market strategy
• Distributors, channel partners and end users in Food Industry, Cosmetic Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry evaluating demand and sourcing options
• Investors, financial analysts and consultants assessing growth opportunities, competitive dynamics and M&A potential
• Government agencies, industry associations and research institutions tracking industry developments and policy impact