Textured Soy Protein Market Report 2026

The textured soy protein market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.41 billion in 2025 to $3.76 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising consumer awareness of plant-based nutrition, increased use of soy protein in processed foods, expansion of vegetarian and vegan food categories, availability of cost-effective soy raw materials, growth in food fortification practices.

The textured soy protein market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.62 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable protein alternatives, rising investments in plant-based food innovation, expansion of flexitarian diets, growing use of textured proteins in bakery and cereals, increasing focus on clean-label protein ingredients. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of plant-based protein ingredients, rising demand for meat substitute applications, growing preference for non-gmo and organic soy proteins, expansion of high-protein functional food formulations, enhanced focus on texture and mouthfeel optimization.

Increasing demand for protein-rich foods across the globe is expected to propel the growth of the textured soy protein market going forward. Protein-rich foods refer to diets that contain a substantial amount of protein with relatively lower carbohydrate content. High-protein diets that incorporate plant-based proteins such as textured soy protein support muscle development and help improve metabolic health, body composition, and weight management, as these products are generally low in calories while being rich in fiber and essential nutrients. For instance, in September 2024, according to Statistics Canada, a government organization providing statistical information on economic and trade activities, China exported 4,171 metric tonnes of plant-based and animal protein ingredients in 2022, which increased to 4,402 metric tonnes in 2023. Therefore, the rising demand for protein-rich foods is driving the growth of the textured soy protein market.

Major players in the textured soy protein market are also concentrating on product innovation to enhance efficiency, precision, and sustainability in manufacturing processes, gaining a competitive edge. This involves developing novel processes, formulations, or applications to improve the texture, taste, nutritional value, or sustainability of textured soy protein within the food industry. For example, in January 2023, International Flavors & Fragrances launched Supro Tex, a soy-based plant protein that mimics meat texture and can be used in various plant-based meat dishes when rehydrated. This dried protein can be easily stored and rehydrated with a variety of colors and flavors, making it versatile for plant-based recipes.

In February 2024, White River Soy Processing, a US-based company specializing in soybean processing, acquired Benson Hill for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance White River Soy Processing's capacity in soybean processing and bolster its position in the food and feed ingredient markets. Benson Hill is a US-based provider of textured soy protein ingredients.

Major companies operating in the textured soy protein market are Archer Daniels Midland Company, Cargill Incorporated, Bunge Ltd., Wilmar International Ltd., Fuji Oil Holdings Inc., Puris, Crown Soya Protein Group, Gushen Biological Technology Group Co. Ltd., Shandong Yuxin Bio Tech Co. Ltd., Shandong Shansong Biological Products Co. Ltd., Shandong Wonderful Industrial Group Co. Ltd., Sonic Biochem Extractions Ltd., Hung Yang Foods Co. Ltd., Bremil Group, Food Ingredient Technology Co. Ltd., Yantai Shuangta Food Co. Ltd., Shandong Fuyang Bio Tech Co. Ltd., Anhui Shunxin Shengyuan Biological Food Co. Ltd., Victoria Group SRL, Hoya Foods Inc.

North America was the largest region in the textured soy protein market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the textured soy protein market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the textured soy protein market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The textured soy protein market consists of sales of meat analogue, soy protein, soya milk, meat product, tofu, soybean. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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