Starch Derivatives Market Report 2025

This Starch Derivatives report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The starch derivatives market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $65.41 billion in 2024 to $68.66 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand in food and beverage industry, expansion of processed food industry, consumer awareness about health and nutrition, availability and accessibility of raw materials, government regulations and policies.

The starch derivatives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $85.09 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing applications in non-food industries (pharmaceuticals, textiles, etc), growing demand for clean label and natural ingredients, rising adoption of plant-based and gluten-free diets, emerging markets and urbanization, increasing disposable income. Major trends in the forecast period include functional and specialty starches, sustainable sourcing and production, continuous research and development, customization and tailored solutions, technological advancements in processing.

The anticipated growth in the starch derivatives market is driven by the increasing demand for convenience and processed food. Convenience and processed food, categorized as tertiary packaged food, aim to reduce consumer kitchen time, minimize wastage-related expenses, and achieve cost savings through economies of scale. Starch derivatives have emerged as environmentally friendly products, serving as effective binding and gelling agents. The food and beverage sector has witnessed a significant surge in the demand for starch derivatives, especially amid rising sugar values. For instance, the global processed snacks market is projected to rise from $96.9 billion in 2020 to $142 billion by 2025. Therefore, the upward trajectory in the demand for convenience and processed food is a key factor fueling the growth of the starch derivatives market.

The rising prevalence of obesity is projected to drive the growth of the starch derivatives market. Obesity is a medical condition defined by an excessive accumulation of body fat, which can negatively affect a person's health. In managing obesity, starch derivatives are utilized to improve glycemic control, reduce fat absorption, lower calorie density, and enhance nutrient delivery. For instance, in March 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO), a Switzerland-based agency, reported that in 2022, there were 2.5 billion adults aged 18 and older classified as overweight, with 890 million living with obesity. Additionally, in September 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a U.S.-based health organization, indicated that in 2023, every U.S. state and territory reported obesity prevalence exceeding 20%, meaning more than one in five adults were classified as obese. Therefore, the increasing prevalence of obesity is expected to propel the growth of the starch derivatives market moving forward.

Major companies in the starch derivatives market are focused on developing corn-based resistant starch to enhance the nutritional profile of food products, improve digestive health, and meet the growing consumer demand for healthier, functional ingredients. Corn-based resistant starch is derived from corn and remains undigested in the small intestine, significantly increasing the fiber content in food formulations, which is increasingly appealing to health-conscious consumers. For instance, in September 2022, Grain Processing Corp, a U.S.-based manufacturing company, launched Fybrin RS, a corn-based resistant starch. Fybrin RS is inherently gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs. Additionally, it offers fewer calories compared to traditional carbohydrates, enabling manufacturers to produce lower-calorie products without compromising on taste or texture.

Companies in the starch derivatives market are also focusing on developing derivatives from natural sources. Natural starch derivatives are modified forms of starch obtained from plant sources, aligning with clean-label standards and regulatory guidelines for both food and pharmaceutical applications. In January 2022, DFE Pharma, a Germany-based pharma company, introduced three starch-based excipients derived from natural sources. These starches serve multiple functions as binding agents, fillers, and disintegrating agents for solid oral pharmaceutical formulations.

In May 2024, KPS Capital Partners, LP, a U.S.-based private equity firm, acquired Tate and Lyle PLC, Inc. for $350 million. This acquisition allows KPS Capital to enhance its portfolio by integrating Tate and Lyle's expertise in starch derivatives. Tate and Lyle PLC is a UK-based company known for its offerings in starch derivatives.

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 analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the starch Derivatives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.

A starch derivative is characterized as a modified form of starch, created through chemical processing of native starch to modify its properties. It finds applications in various industries for purposes such as flocculation, adhesion, acid stability, advancement in process tolerance, enhancement of pH stability, and improvement in shear stability.

The primary types of starch derivatives include glucose syrup, modified starch, maltodextrin, hydrolysates, and cyclodextrin. These derivatives are manufactured using raw materials such as corn, cassava, potato, and wheat. Starch derivatives are available in both dry and liquid forms. They serve multiple functions, including acting as binders, thickeners, stabilizers, sweeteners, lustering agents, powdering agents, and are utilized in fish culture feed, expanded feed, caking agents, dehumidification agents. These derivatives find applications in various industries, including the food and beverage industry, medical industry, chemical industry, personal care and hygiene industry, as well as the paper and pulp industry.

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The starch derivatives market consists of sales of corn starch derivatives, cassava starch derivatives, potato starch derivatives, wheat starch derivatives, and other starch derivatives. 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 starch derivatives 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).

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