Nigeria, the world's largest cassava producer, is well-positioned to tap into the lucrative sorbitol market, according to NCIA.
The country has a clear opportunity to produce sorbitol locally and serve demand across multiple industries, including pharmaceutical and food processing.
Sorbitol, a widely used sweetener and humectant, is typically produced from glucose derived from corn starch. However, cassava's high starch content provides a viable alternative feedstock.
Nigeria's sweetener demand is large and growing, expected to reach a
