Functional Flour Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Type (Speciality Flours, Enriched Flours), Source (Wheat, Legumes, Cereals), Sales Channel, Application, and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Functional Flour Market is accounted for $72.34 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $139.19 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period. Functional flours are grain and non-grain flours modified to enhance the values of their individual components for different applications. The functional flours are manufactured and treated to have enhanced nutrient qualities with health benefits. Because of these health benefits coupled with augmented awareness of personal health among consumers, functional flours are widely chosen over conventional product alternatives.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Rising demand for gluten-free products
There are a lot of new diet plans trending in the market and suggested by a dietitian, and most of them contain a gluten-free diet. Most people are allergic to gluten as functional flour is gluten-free demand for it increases. People with digestive issues preferred a gluten-free diet, so functional flour is a great substitute for it. The product which is made from genetically modified and other types of grains such as wheat, rice, and maize contains less gluten than conventional wheat flour.
Restraint:
Stringent regulations
Stringent government regulation in the market is restraining the market growth. The functional flours market has the highest regulations. The functional flour uses a variety of ingredients and additives to increase the shelf life. But, the usage of such ingredients is controlled by policies. This creates limitations in the production of these flours. These restraints can have a major impact on the growth of the functional flour market.
Opportunity:
The rise in disposable income
The rise in disposable income will create ample opportunities for the functional flours market. Individuals' per capita income in several countries will rise in the future years. This will improve the overall spending on the functional flours market. Increased demand for premium flours will open up new avenues for expansion. The demand for premium products is increasing rapidly. Functional flour is a premium product with nutritional ingredients. It is a healthier and more natural flour loaded with benefits. Modern consumers prefer quality over price. The demand for premium functional flours will lead to more demand for the market in the forecast period.
Threat:
Lack of infrastructure
The market for functional foods is still in its early stages. The absence of infrastructure is a hurdle for the market of functional flours. The lack of infrastructure makes the production process complex. Due to many complexities, the price of these products is high. The price of these devices is considerable due to their various intricacies. All of these elements may provide a challenge to the functional flours market.
The speciality flours segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The speciality flours segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth owing to the increasing use of specialty flours in the manufacturing of infant food and the outstanding health benefits of specialty flours, together with their high nutritional content. These speciality flours are superior in their ability to handle temperature fluctuations and can be frozen without imparting negative attributes to the final product.
The ready to eat segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The ready to eat segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period because of the ease of use and accessibility of ready-to-eat items. Increasing working populations' busy lifestyles require on-the-go meals to save time that would otherwise be spent preparing food and beverages at home. With different alternatives spanning from breakfast to supper, as well as healthier ones that give whole-grain and other nutritional advantages that are in demand, ready-to-eat items have emerged.
Region with highest share:
North America is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period due to the increasing awareness of product effectiveness and the boost in demand for premium products in the region. The investments from the market are high due to contributions from US and Canada. The rising application of functional flours like wheat flours in the baking and confectionery industry is further driving the growth of the Functional Flours Market in this region.
Region with highest CAGR:
Asia Pacific is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period owing to the rising awareness about the health benefits of functional flours in conjunction with the boost in consumption of specialty flours in the region. The proliferating demand for processed foods is further fueling the progress of the functional flours market in the Asia-Pacific region.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Functional Flour Market include Associated British Foods PLC, The Scoular Company, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Sunopta, Inc., Parrish and Heimbecker, Limited, General Mills, Inc., Cargill Incorporated, Bunge Limited, Agrana Beteiligungs-AG and The Hain Celestial Group Inc.
Key Developments:
In Oct 2021, Cargill Incorporated launched a rice flour-based maltodextrin substitute. Cargill's new soluble SimPure rice flour is a clean label that has a similar taste, texture, and functionality as maltodextrin. This ingredient can be used as a one-to-one replacement for maltodextrin.
In September 2021, Bunge Limited announced that its plant-based lipids business, Bunge Loders Croklaan has introduced Betapol Organic, the earliest China and EU Certified Organic OPO (oleic-palmitic-oleic or SN2 palmitrate) for instant milk formula (IMF).
Types Covered:
• Instant Flour Mixes
• Pre-Cooked Flour
• Speciality Flours
• Fortified Flour
• Enriched Flours
• Composite Flours
Products Covered:
• Genetically Modified Flour
• Conventional Flour
• Additive Based Flour
Sources Covered:
• Lentils
• Wheat
• Soy
• Rice
• Maize
• Legumes
• Corn
• Cereals
• Beans
• Others Sources
Sales Channels Covered:
• Business to Business
• Business to Consumers
Applications Covered:
• Savoury Snacks
• Bakery Products
• Soups & Sauces
• Noodles & Pasta
• Ready To Eat
• Breakfast Cereals
• Other Applications
Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
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- 1 Executive Summary
- 2 Preface
- 2.1 Abstract
- 2.2 Stake Holders
- 2.3 Research Scope
- 2.4 Research Methodology
- 2.4.1 Data Mining
- 2.4.2 Data Analysis
- 2.4.3 Data Validation
- 2.4.4 Research Approach
- 2.5 Research Sources
- 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
- 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
- 2.5.3 Assumptions
- 3 Market Trend Analysis
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Drivers
- 3.3 Restraints
- 3.4 Opportunities
- 3.5 Threats
- 3.6 Product Analysis
- 3.7 Application Analysis
- 3.8 Emerging Markets
- 3.9 Impact of Covid-19
- 4 Porters Five Force Analysis
- 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
- 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
- 4.3 Threat of substitutes
- 4.4 Threat of new entrants
- 4.5 Competitive rivalry
- 5 Global Functional Flour Market, By Type
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Instant Flour Mixes
- 5.3 Pre-Cooked Flour
- 5.4 Speciality Flours
- 5.4.1 Extruded & Partially Transformed Flours
- 5.4.2 Pre-Gelatinized Flours
- 5.4.3 Organic Flours
- 5.4.4 Gluten-Free Flours
- 5.4.5 Enzyme-Treated Flours
- 5.5 Fortified Flour
- 5.6 Enriched Flours
- 5.7 Composite Flours
- 6 Global Functional Flour Market, By Product
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Genetically Modified Flour
- 6.3 Conventional Flour
- 6.4 Additive Based Flour
- 7 Global Functional Flour Market, By Source
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Lentils
- 7.3 Wheat
- 7.4 Soy
- 7.5 Rice
- 7.6 Maize
- 7.7 Legumes
- 7.8 Corn
- 7.9 Cereals
- 7.10 Beans
- 7.11 Others Sources
- 7.11.1 Tapioca
- 7.11.2 Sunflower
- 7.11.3 Linseed
- 7.11.4 Rye
- 7.11.5 Peanut
- 7.11.6 Lentils
- 7.11.7 Sprouts
- 8 Global Functional Flour Market, By Sales Channel
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Business to Business
- 8.3 Business to Consumers
- 8.3.1 Specialty Stores
- 8.3.2 Retail
- 8.3.3 Pharmaceuticals
- 8.3.4 Online Retail
- 8.3.5 Hypermarket/Supermarket
- 8.3.6 Convenience Stores
- 9 Global Functional Flour Market, By Application
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Savoury Snacks
- 9.3 Bakery Products
- 9.3.1 Donuts & Rolls
- 9.3.2 Cookies
- 9.3.3 Cakes & Pastries
- 9.3.4 Breads
- 9.4 Soups & Sauces
- 9.5 Noodles & Pasta
- 9.6 Ready To Eat
- 9.7 Breakfast Cereals
- 9.8 Other Applications
- 9.8.1 Spreads & Infant Formula
- 9.8.2 Coatings & Breadings
- 9.8.3 Special Diet Foods
- 9.8.4 Beverages
- 9.8.5 Seasoning Bases
- 10 Global Functional Flour Market, By Geography
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 North America
- 10.2.1 US
- 10.2.2 Canada
- 10.2.3 Mexico
- 10.3 Europe
- 10.3.1 Germany
- 10.3.2 UK
- 10.3.3 Italy
- 10.3.4 France
- 10.3.5 Spain
- 10.3.6 Rest of Europe
- 10.4 Asia Pacific
- 10.4.1 Japan
- 10.4.2 China
- 10.4.3 India
- 10.4.4 Australia
- 10.4.5 New Zealand
- 10.4.6 South Korea
- 10.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
- 10.5 South America
- 10.5.1 Argentina
- 10.5.2 Brazil
- 10.5.3 Chile
- 10.5.4 Rest of South America
- 10.6 Middle East & Africa
- 10.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 10.6.2 UAE
- 10.6.3 Qatar
- 10.6.4 South Africa
- 10.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
- 11 Key Developments
- 11.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
- 11.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
- 11.3 New Product Launch
- 11.4 Expansions
- 11.5 Other Key Strategies
- 12 Company Profiling
- 12.1 Associated British Foods PLC
- 12.2 The Scoular Company
- 12.3 Archer Daniels Midland Company
- 12.4 Sunopta, Inc.
- 12.5 Parrish and Heimbecker, Limited
- 12.6 General Mills, Inc.
- 12.7 Cargill Incorporated
- 12.8 Bunge Limited
- 12.9 Agrana Beteiligungs-AG
- 12.10 The Hain Celestial Group Inc.
- List of Tables
- Table 1 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Region (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 2 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Type (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 3 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Instant Flour Mixes (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 4 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Pre-Cooked Flour (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 5 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Speciality Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 6 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Extruded & Partially Transformed Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 7 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Pre-Gelatinized Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 8 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Organic Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 9 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Gluten-Free Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 10 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Enzyme-Treated Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 11 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Fortified Flour (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 12 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Enriched Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 13 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Composite Flours (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 14 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Product (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 15 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Genetically Modified Flour (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 16 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Conventional Flour (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 17 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Additive Based Flour (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 18 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Source (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 19 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Lentils (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 20 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Wheat (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 21 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Soy (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 22 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Rice (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 23 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Maize (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 24 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Legumes (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 25 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Corn (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 26 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Cereals (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 27 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Beans (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 28 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Others Sources (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 29 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Tapioca (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 30 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Sunflower (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 31 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Linseed (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 32 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Rye (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 33 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Peanut (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 34 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Lentils (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 35 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Sprouts (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 36 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Sales Channel (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 37 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Business to Business (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 38 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Business to Consumers (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 39 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Specialty Stores (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 40 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Retail (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 41 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 42 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Online Retail (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 43 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Hypermarket/Supermarket (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 44 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Convenience Stores (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 45 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Application (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 46 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Savoury Snacks (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 47 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Bakery Products (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 48 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Donuts & Rolls (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 49 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Cookies (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 50 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Cakes & Pastries (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 51 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Breads (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 52 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Soups & Sauces (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 53 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Noodles & Pasta (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 54 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Ready To Eat (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 55 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Breakfast Cereals (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 56 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 57 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Spreads & Infant Formula (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 58 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Coatings & Breadings (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 59 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Special Diet Foods (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 60 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Beverages (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Table 61 Global Functional Flour Market Outlook, By Seasoning Bases (2020-2028) ($MN)
- Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.
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