Corn and Corn Starch Derivatives Market Report 2025

This 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 corn and corn starch derivatives market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $78.5 billion in 2024 to $83.08 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand for food and beverage industry, rising demand for pharmaceutical industry, increasing industrial applications, increasing textile industry.

The corn and corn starch derivatives market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $102.29 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing population, processed and convenience foods, clean label and natural ingredients, biodegradable plastics. Major trends in the forecast period include research and innovation, adoption of digital traceability, innovative products, technological advancements.

The rising demand for processed food products is expected to significantly drive the growth of the corn and corn starch derivatives market in the coming years. Processed foods are pre-prepared meals that have been cleaned, cooked, packaged, and are ready to eat without additional preparation. Corn and corn starch derivatives are widely used in processed food products to enhance texture, flavor, thickness, stability, and appearance. For example, in October 2023, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), a government department overseeing agriculture and food-related products, reported that exports of processed food and beverage products reached a record high of $54.3 billion in 2022, a 14.1% increase from 2021. These exports accounted for 34.7% of the total production value. As a result, the growing demand for processed food products is fueling the expansion of the corn and corn starch derivatives market.

The surge in demand for processed food products significantly contributes to the growth of the corn and corn starch derivatives market going forward. Processed foods refer to prepared meals that have already been cleaned, cooked, packed, and are ready to eat without further preparation. Corn and corn starch derivatives are commonly used in a wide range of processed food products to improve their texture, flavor, thickening, stabilizing, and appearance. For instance, in December 2021, according to the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), processed food product exports increased from $11.67 billion in 2020-21 to $13.26 billion in 2021-22. Therefore, the increased demand for processed food products is driving the growth of the corn and corn starch derivatives market.

The key players in the corn and corn starch derivatives market are placing a strong emphasis on the development of innovative products, including fibrin RS-resistant starch, to strengthen their market position. Fibrin RS-resistant starch, derived from corn, serves as a valuable food ingredient for augmenting fiber content and reducing calorie content. A case in point is Grain Processing Corporation, a US-based company specializing in grain-based products and ingredients, which introduced fibrin RS-resistant starch in October 2022. This groundbreaking resistant starch, derived from corn and gluten-free, not only enhances fiber content in food formulations but also provides fewer calories compared to other carbohydrates. This novel ingredient holds promise in enhancing the nutritional value of various food and beverage products. Furthermore, the fermentation process yields short-chain fatty acids, conferring several health benefits, including improved gut health, reduced inflammation, and lowered cholesterol levels.

In March 2024, EW Nutrition, a US-based feed manufacturer, acquired the BIOMIN BIOSTABIL product line from dsm-firmenich for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aligns with EW Nutrition's strategy to expand its portfolio in functional feed additives and meet the increasing demand for innovative animal nutrition solutions. DSM-Firmenich, based in the Netherlands, is a leading provider of corn and corn starch derivatives.

Major companies operating in the corn and corn starch derivatives market are Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Associated British Foods Plc., Corn Products International Inc., Ingredion Incorporated, Avebe U.A., Tereos S.A., Green Plains Inc., Sudzucker AG, Ashland Inc., Agrana Beteiligungs AG, Tate and Lyle PLC, Wacker Chemie AG, MGP Ingredients Inc., National Starch And Chemical Company, The Scoular Company, Grain Processing Corporation, Roquette Frères S.A., Grain Millers Inc., Gulshan Polyols Limited, Spac Starch Products (India) Limited, Global Bio-Chem Technology Group Company Limited, Parchem Fine and Specialty Chemicals, Emsland Group, Universal Starch Chem Allied Ltd., Sweeteners Plus Inc., GrainSpan Nutrients Private Limited.

North America was the largest region in the corn and corn starch derivatives market in 2024. The regions covered in corn and corn starch derivatives report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the corn and corn starch derivatives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The corn and corn starch derivatives market consists of sales of modified starch, glucose syrup, maltodextrin, corn ethanol, corn protein, biofuels and high fructose corn 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.

Corn and its derivatives, made from corn starch, are derived from the endosperm of corn kernels. This white, odorless, and tasteless powder is a versatile ingredient widely used in various food products, including baked goods, sauces, and gravies.

The product range in corn and corn starch derivatives includes corn oil, corn starch, corn meal, flakes or grits, corn flour, and other derivatives. Corn starch derivatives constitute a category of products derived from corn starch through different chemical and enzymatic processes. They serve various functions such as thickening agents, stabilizers, and sweeteners. These products find applications in diverse industries like food and beverage, animal feed, paper and board, pharmaceuticals, biodiesel, textiles, and more.

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