by Type (Sorbitol, Xylitol, Mannitol, Maltitol, Isomalt, and Others), Form (Powder & Crystal and Liquid & Syrup), and Application (Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics & Personal Care, and Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021–2027". As per the report, the global sugar alcohol industry $3.36 billion in 2019, and is projected to reach $4.80 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2021 to 2027. Drivers, restraints, and opportunities Increase in demand for polyols in the food industry, surge in prevalence of obesity and diabetes, and rise in demand for polyols in pharmaceutical applications drive the growth of the global sugar alcohol market. However, high production costs hamper the market growth. On the contrary, increase in demand in the Asia-Pacific region and product development and innovations are expected to open lucrative opportunities for the market players in the future.