Industrial Starch

Global Industrial Starch Market to Reach US$93.6 Billion by 2030

The global market for Industrial Starch estimated at US$64.3 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$93.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Starch Derivatives & Sweeteners, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 6.9% CAGR and reach US$61.0 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Native Starch segment is estimated at 5.7% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$16.6 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 9.9% CAGR

The Industrial Starch market in the U.S. is estimated at US$16.6 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$22.4 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 9.9% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% and 5.4% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 4.6% CAGR.

Global Industrial Starch Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

Why Is Industrial Starch Critical in Food and Non-Food Applications?

Industrial starch is a versatile carbohydrate extracted from agricultural products such as corn, wheat, tapioca, and potatoes, widely used across food and non-food industries. In food processing, starch is employed as a thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent, significantly enhancing the texture, consistency, and shelf life of products like sauces, bakery items, and confectionery. The non-food uses of industrial starch span across paper, textile, pharmaceuticals, and bioplastics industries. In the paper industry, starch is used for paper coating and improving paper strength, while in textiles, it is vital for fabric finishing and weaving processes. The growing demand for bioplastics has also spurred starch`s usage as a biodegradable alternative to petroleum-based plastics, making it crucial for sustainable packaging solutions.

How Are Technological Innovations Shaping the Industrial Starch Market?

Technological advancements are transforming the industrial starch market, enabling greater production efficiency and expanding its application range. Improved enzymatic hydrolysis and genetic modification techniques are increasing the yield and functionality of starches, creating modified starches that can withstand extreme temperatures, acidity, and mechanical stress. These innovations are expanding starch`s usability in diverse industrial sectors such as pharmaceuticals, where starch derivatives are used in drug formulations, and in bioplastics, where starch blends improve biodegradability. Additionally, the development of resistant starches, which have health benefits like improved digestion and blood sugar control, is contributing to starch`s growing importance in the food and nutraceutical sectors. These technological breakthroughs are driving growth and diversifying starch’s applications across industries.

How Do Market Segments Define the Growth of the Industrial Starch Market?

Key sources include corn, potato, cassava, and wheat starches, with corn starch leading the market due to its widespread availability and cost-effectiveness. Types of starch include native, modified, and resistant starches, with modified starches holding a significant share as they offer superior functionality in food and non-food applications. Applications include food processing, paper production, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and bioplastics, with food processing dominating the market as the largest consumer of industrial starch. Geographically, North America and Europe are the leading markets, driven by high demand in the food, paper, and bioplastics industries, while Asia-Pacific is experiencing rapid growth due to expanding food processing and industrial sectors.

What Factors Are Driving the Growth in the Industrial Starch Market?

The growth in the industrial starch market is driven by several factors, including rising demand in the food and beverage industry, increasing use in sustainable packaging solutions, and technological innovations. The food industry’s focus on improving product quality, texture, and shelf life is a major factor driving demand for starch. Additionally, as environmental concerns heighten, starch-based bioplastics are gaining traction as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics, particularly in packaging and disposable items. Technological advancements that enable the production of modified and resistant starches are also expanding its application in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals. The growing paper and textile industries, especially in developing regions, further contribute to the demand for industrial starch, solidifying its role in various industrial applications.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Industrial Starch market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Starch Derivatives & Sweeteners, Native Starch); Application (Food & Beverage, Feed, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 36 Featured) -

• Agrana Beteiligungs-AG
• Altia Industrial Services
• Archer Daniels Midland Company
• Cargill, Incorporated
• Grain Processing Corporation
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Roquette Frères
• Royal Cosun
• Tate & Lyle PLC
• The Tereos Group

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