Functional Flour Market Report 2026

The functional flour market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $75.35 billion in 2025 to $80.12 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising consumer awareness of healthier food options, growth of artisanal and specialty bakery products, increasing demand for gluten-free diets, expansion of food processing industries, availability of diverse raw material sources.

The functional flour market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $102.99 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for plant-based and allergen-free foods, rising use of functional ingredients in processed foods, expansion of premium and fortified food categories, increasing innovation in flour processing technologies, growing focus on sustainable food production. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of clean-label functional flours, rising demand for gluten-free and specialty flours, expansion of enzyme-treated flour applications, growing use of functional flours in premium bakery products, enhanced focus on nutrient-dense ingredients.

The growing number of health-conscious consumers is expected to drive the growth of the functional flour market in the coming years. Health-conscious consumers actively seek ways to maintain and improve their physical and mental well-being, making careful choices about diet, exercise, and overall wellness. Functional flour provides nutrient-rich alternatives that align with these preferences, supporting the creation of balanced and wholesome diets. For example, in June 2024, the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, reported that 54% of Americans followed a specific diet or eating pattern over the past year. Interest in increasing protein intake rose from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023 and 71% in 2024, while approximately half of consumers aimed to eat more fresh foods, widely regarded as the healthiest option. Therefore, the rising focus on health-conscious lifestyles is expected to propel the functional flour market.

Key players in the functional flour market are focusing on advanced dietary solutions, such as State Milling’s HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour, to enhance nutritional value and meet consumer demand. HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour provides added fiber without compromising taste or texture. For instance, in March 2023, Bay State Milling, a US-based provider of innovative grain solutions and ingredient products, launched Wingold Wellness multi-purpose flour. This flour incorporates HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour, offering three times the fiber of traditional refined wheat flour while maintaining the same taste and functionality. It can be used as a 1:1 replacement in various products, including pizza and tortillas, without requiring additional fiber additives. Packaged in 50-pound sacks, it enables manufacturers and distributors to provide nutritious wheat-based options that satisfy consumer demand for health-focused products.

In October 2025, Mennel Milling Company, a US-based manufacturing firm, acquired Toledo Flour Mill from Mondelez International Inc. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition aims to expand Mennel Milling Company’s flour production capacity and strengthen its supply chain to better serve industrial and commercial baking customers. Mondelez International Inc., based in the US, specializes in producing high-quality wheat flours for commercial bakeries and food manufacturers.

Major companies operating in the functional flour market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, Associated British Foods PLC, General Mills Inc., Bunge Limited, AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, Kerry Group PLC, Döhler GmbH, SunOpta Inc., MGP Ingredients Inc., Olam International Limited, Parrish and Heimbecker Limited, The Scoular Company, Limagrain Ingredients, Roquette Frères, Cosucra Groupe Warcoing, GLOBE Ingredients, Manildra Group.

North America was the largest region in the functional flour market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the functional flour 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 functional flour market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The functional flour market consists of sales of amaranth flour, wheat flour, arrowroot flour, buckwheat flour, cassava flour, chickpea flour, and chia flour. 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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