Industrial Glucose Market Report 2026

The industrial glucose market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $50.14 billion in 2025 to $53.14 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of starch processing industries, growth of confectionery and bakery sectors, availability of corn and wheat feedstock, rising demand for sweetening agents, adoption of industrial food processing.

The industrial glucose market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $69.56 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for functional sweeteners, rising pharmaceutical manufacturing activities, expansion of specialty food ingredients, growing focus on process optimization, increasing demand from animal feed applications. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-purity glucose products, rising use in pharmaceutical formulations, growing application in processed food manufacturing, expansion of specialty glucose syrups, enhanced focus on production efficiency.

The rising demand for food and beverages is expected to propel the growth of the industrial glucose market going forward. The food and beverage industry includes all businesses involved in the processing, packaging, and distribution of raw food materials, freshly prepared foods, and alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Industrial glucose is widely used to add sweetness to a variety of food and beverage products, including baked goods, jellies and sauces, canned foods, beer, and soft drinks. For instance, in July 2025, according to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, a Canada-based government department, the food and beverage processing sector remained Canada’s largest manufacturing industry by production value in 2024, generating $173.4 billion in goods. This accounted for 20.3% of total manufacturing sales and contributed 1.6% to the national GDP. Exports of processed food and beverage products reached a record $59.8 billion, reflecting a 3.8% increase from 2023 and representing 34.5% of the sector’s total production value. Therefore, the increasing demand for food and beverages is driving the growth of the industrial glucose market.

The expanding demand from the pharmaceutical industry is expected to propel the growth of the industrial glucose market going forward. The pharmaceutical industry focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of drugs and medications within the healthcare sector. Industrial glucose plays an important role in pharmaceutical applications, supporting the formulation of effective and patient-friendly medicines. For instance, in April 2025, according to Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based government agency, exports of medicinal and pharmaceutical products from the European Union rose by 13.5% in 2024 compared with 2023, reaching $316.38 billion (€313.4 billion). During the same period, imports increased marginally by 0.5% to $112.7 billion (€119.7 billion). Therefore, the growing demand from the pharmaceutical industry is driving the growth of the industrial glucose market.

Major companies operating in the industrial glucose market are focusing on the development of innovative solutions, such as glucose-amla beverage mixes, to address rising demand for functional and health-focused products. A glucose-amla beverage mix is a health drink formulation that combines glucose, which provides rapid energy, with amla (Indian gooseberry), a fruit rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. For example, in July 2023, the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), an India-based food research organization, introduced a new glucose-amla beverage mix. The product is high in vitamin C and polyphenols and offers potential benefits such as reducing chronic fatigue. It is intended for a wide consumer base, including women, children, and older adults, although it is not recommended for individuals with diabetes due to its glucose content. Along with this product, CFTRI also launched a process for producing quinoa germ, highlighting its ongoing focus on innovative and nutrition-oriented food solutions.

Major companies operating in the industrial glucose market are Cargill Inc., Archer Daniels Midland Co., Ingredion Incorporated, Roquette Freres SA, Agrana Beteiligungs-AG, Tereos SCA, Tate & Lyle PLC, Avebe, Manildra Group, Grain Processing Corporation, Gujarat Ambuja Exports Limited, Sukhjit Starch and Chemicals Ltd., Gulshan Polyols Ltd., Universal Starch-Chem Allied Ltd., Sanstar Bio-Polymers Ltd., Xiwang Sugar Holdings Company Limited, Luzhou Bio-chem Technology Shandong Co. Ltd., Nihon Shokuhin Kako Co. Ltd., Ajinomoto Co. Inc., ACH Food Companies Inc., Foodchem International Corporation, Fooding Group Limited.

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

The industrial glucose market consists of sales of high-maltose glucose syrups and confectioner syrup. 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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