Industrial Starch Market Size To Reach $197.4 Billion By 2030

Industrial Starch Market Growth & Trends

The global industrial starch market size is estimated to reach USD 197.4 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The increasing consumption of convenience food products, coupled with the growth of the pharmaceutical and paper industry, is anticipated to augment the demand for industrial starches.

The packaged food industry is witnessing rapid growth on account of the changing eating habits of consumers. Factors such as long working hours, increasing young working population, and convenient access to packed food with a rising number of large retail marts have contributed to the changing lifestyles of consumers. This trend has been boosting the growth of the food processing industry, thereby positively impacting the market growth.

Governmental initiatives aimed at supporting the international trades and local production output of food and beverage products are further expected to support the industry growth. For instance, the government of Saudi Arabia introduced two initiatives worth USD 692.10 million each, post-COVID-19, for facilitating food imports and supporting the local farmers. European Commission passed a regulation (EC) No. 1333/2008, intended for the fortification of additives in the domestic food and beverage industry.

Players have been focusing on the development of starches providing enhanced texture and mouthfeel. Rising consumer preference for healthy, low fat, and low sugar products has impelled players to develop innovative product ranges with additional functionalities. For instance, in March 2021, Ingredion launched ULTRA-TEX 1311 modified potato starch. This starch can be used as an alternative to oil providing better sensory properties, and thereby suitable to be used in low-fat, reduced-fat, keto-friendly, and plant-based food applications.

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Industrial Starch Market Report Highlights

• The food & beverage segment accounted for the largest share of 57.7% in 2024 due to the extensive use of starch as a thickening, stabilizing, and gelling agent in various processed food products.

• The corn segment held the largest market share of the global industrial starch market in 2024 due to corn's high yield, versatile applications, and well-established supply chains. Corn starch is widely utilized in food products, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications, making it a staple ingredient in many sectors.

• The native starch and starch derivatives & sweeteners segment dominated the global industrial starch market in 2024. Native starch, extracted from sources such as corn, potato, and tapioca, is widely used in food processing, textile manufacturing, and paper production due to its natural thickening and stabilizing properties.

• North America dominated the global industrial starch market with a revenue share of 48.6% in 2024 due to the high demand for starch in various industries, such as food and beverages, paper, and pharmaceuticals.

Industrial Starch Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global industrial starch market based on application, source, product, and region:

Industrial Starch Application Outlook (Volume, Metric Tonnes; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Food & Beverage

• Feed

  • Bakery & Confectionery

  • Dairy & Frozen Desserts

  • Beverages

  • Convenience Foods

  • Others

• Pharmaceuticals

• Others

Industrial Starch Source Outlook (Volume, Metric Tonnes; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Corn

• Wheat

• Cassava

• Potato

• Others

Industrial Starch Product Outlook (Volume, Metric Tonnes; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Native Starch and Starch Derivatives & Sweeteners

• Cationic Starch

• Ethylated Starch

• Oxidized Starch

• Acid Modified Starch

• Unmodified Starch

Industrial Starch Regional Outlook (Volume, Metric Tonnes; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • UK

  • Germany

  • France

  • Italy

  • Denmark

• Asia Pacific

  • Japan

  • China

  • India

  • Australia

• Latin America

  • Brazil

  • Argentina

• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

  • Saudi Arabia

List of Key Players in Industrial Starch Market

• Cargill, Incorporated

• Archer Daniels Midland Company

• Ingredion Incorporated

• Tate & Lyle PLC

• AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG

• Grain Processing Corporation

• Roquette Frères

• Tereos Group

• Royal Cosun

• Altia Industrial

• Global Bio-chem Technology Group Company Limited

• General Starch Limited

• Eiamheng

• Coöperatie Koninklijke Avebe U.A.

• Galam Group