The starch derivatives market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In recent times, the starch derivatives market has seen consistent growth. It is expected to expand from $65.41 billion in 2024 to $68.66 billion in 2025, showing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.
The growth during the historical period was primarily driven by factors such as rising demand in the food and beverage sector, growth of the processed food industry, growing consumer awareness regarding health and nutrition, ease of availability and access to raw materials, and supportive government regulations and policies.
The starch derivatives market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the coming years, the starch derivatives market is projected to experience robust growth. It is expected to reach a market size of $85.09 billion by 2029, boasting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%.
This projected growth during the forecast period can be credited to factors such as expanding non-food industries applications (such as pharmaceuticals and textiles), increasing preference for clean label and natural ingredients, the popularity of plant-based and gluten-free diets, rising urbanization and emerging markets, and enhanced disposable income. Key trends that would characterize the period of forecast are the advent of functional and specialty starches, sustainable procurement and production methods, ongoing research and development activities, customization and tailored solutions, and technological advancements in processing methods.
The starch derivatives market is predicted to grow due to the increasing popularity of convenience and processed foods. These types of foods, which are designed to minimize kitchen time, reduce waste, and cut costs through economies of scale, have become a major component of consumers' diets. Starch derivatives have emerged as an environmentally friendly product, serving as a binder and gelatinizer. Rising sugar prices have led to an increased demand for starch across the food and beverage industry. For example, the worldwide processed snacks market is set to rise from $96.9 billion in 2020 to $142.0 billion by 2025. Thus, the growing preference for convenience and processed foods is a key driver for the expansion of the starch derivatives market.
The starch derivatives market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Glucose syrup, Modified starch, Maltodextrin, Hydrolysates, Cyclodextrin
2) By Raw Material: Corn, Cassava, Potato, Wheat
3) By Form: Dry, Liquid
4) By Application: Binder, Thickener and Stabilizer, Sweetener, Lustering Agent, Powdering Agent, Fish Culture Feed, Expanded Feed, Caking Agent, Dehumidification Agent, Other Applications
5) By End User Industry: Food and Beverage, Medical Industry, Chemical Industry, Personal Care and Hygiene Industry, Paper and Pulp Industry, Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Glucose Syrup: High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS), Liquid Glucose Syrup, Dried Glucose Syrup
2) By Modified Starch: Physically Modified Starch, Chemically Modified Starch, Enzymatically Modified Starch
3) By Maltodextrin: Low-Dextrose Maltodextrin, Medium-Dextrose Maltodextrin, High-Dextrose Maltodextrin
4) By Hydrolysates: Dextrose Hydrolysates, Maltose Hydrolysates, Glucose Hydrolysates
5) By Cyclodextrin: Alpha-Cyclodextrin, Beta-Cyclodextrin, Gamma-Cyclodextrin
Leading businesses in the starch derivatives market are placing emphasis on the production of corn-based resistant starch. This move is designed to augment the nutritional content of food items, support digestive wellness, and meet rising consumer preference for healthier and functionally robust ingredients. Corn-based resistant starch is a kind of starch extracted from corn that is not digested in the small intestine, substantially increasing the fiber quantity in food preparations. This is highly desirable for health-conscious consumers. For instance, Grain Processing Corp, a US company, launched Fybrin RS, a corn-based resistant starch, in September 2022. Fybrin RS is naturally gluten-free, making it appropriate for various dietary requirements. It also provides less calories than regular carbohydrates, enabling producers to develop products with less calories without giving up taste or texture.
Major companies operating in the starch derivatives market include:
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Tate & Lyle Inc.
• Roquette Frères SA
• Beneo GmbH
• Penford Corporation
• Stern-wywiol Gruppe GmbH & Co KG
• Archer Daniels Midland Company
• Cargill Inc.
• Grain Processing Corporation
• Tereos Internacional SA
• Emsland-Starke Gmbh
• Agrana Investment Corp.
• Gulshan Polyols Ltd.
• Fooding Company Limited
• Foodchem International Corporation
• Molinos Juan Semino SA
• JP & SB International
• Gujarat Ambuja Export Ltd.
• ShreeGluco Biotech Private Ltd.
• Shubham Starch Chem Pvt. Ltd.
• Matsutani Chemical Industry Co. Ltd.
• Sanstar Bio-Polymers Ltd.
• Jay Sardar Starch & Gum Consultant
• Tirupati Starch & Chemicals Ltd.
• Ambuja Exports Ltd.
• Daymer Ingredients Limited
• Vimal Ppce
• The Wah Starch Public Company Limited
• Universal Starch Chem Allied Ltd.
• Qindao Cbh Co. Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the starch derivatives market in 2024. The regions covered in the starch derivatives market report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.