Industrial Starch Market Size Worth $ 270.28 Billion by 2034 | CAGR: 8.1%

Industrial Starch Market Size Worth $ 270.28 Billion by 2034 | CAGR: 8.1%


The industrial starch market size is expected to reach USD 270.28 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Industrial Starch Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Source, Product, Application (Food & Beverage, Feed, Pharmaceuticals, and Others), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa); Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

The industrial starch market is experiencing substantial growth, driven by its widespread use in the food, beverage, paper, and textile industries. The demand for starch as a thickening, stabilizing, and gelling agent in food production contributes significantly to the industrial starch market size and revenue. The market is further boosted by the need for eco-friendly packaging solutions, where starch-based products serve as sustainable alternatives to synthetic polymers, enhancing industrial starch market value.

The rising adoption of biodegradable starch derivatives aligns with a strong market outlook as consumers and industries increasingly prioritize sustainable practices. This trend is expected to generate considerable industrial starch market opportunities, particularly as governments implement stricter regulations to reduce plastic waste and promote renewable materials. The food and beverage industry, which dominates starch usage, will continue to impact market growth, with starch applications in processed foods, snacks, and convenience products expanding the market share.

The pharmaceutical industry represents another opportunity for growth, as starch-based excipients are used in drug formulations, contributing to higher industrial starch market revenue. Technological advancements in starch modification are enabling the development of specialized starches tailored to specific applications, improving product functionality and driving demand. The industrial starch market is anticipated to see robust expansion, fueled by sustainable initiatives and innovative starch-based product developments, positioning it for continued success and higher market value in the coming years.

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Top of FormIndustrial Starch Market Report Highlights

  • In terms of application, in 2024, the food & beverage segment accounted for the largest share of the market due to the high demand for starch as a thickening, stabilizing, and texturizing agent.
  • The wheat starch segment, based on source, is expected to witness the highest CAGR over the forecast period due to its increasing demand in food and beverage applications, particularly as a functional ingredient for gluten-free products, bakery goods, and processed foods, where it provides desired texture and stability.
  • In 2024, North America dominated the industrial starch market due to regulatory support for sustainable practices and increasing consumer preference for convenience and clean-label products.
  • The Asia Pacific market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period due to expanding industrial sectors and increasing focus on sustainable and biodegradable materials.
  • A few global key market players include Cargill, Incorporated; BASF; Archer Daniels Midland Company; Ingredion Incorporated; Tate & Lyle PLC; AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG; Grain Processing Corporation; Roquette Frères; Tereos Group; Royal Cosun; Altia Industrial; Global Bio-chem Technology Group Company Limited; General Starch Limited; Eiamheng; Coöperatie Koninklijke Avebe U.A.; Galam Group.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the Industrial Starch market report on the basis of source, product, application, and region:

By Source Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2020–2034)

  • Corn
  • Wheat
  • Cassava
  • Potato
  • Others

By Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2020–2034)

  • Native Starch and Starch Derivatives & Sweeteners
  • Cationic Starch
  • Ethylated Starch
  • Oxidized Starch
  • Acid Modified Starch
  • Unmodified Starch

By Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2020–2034)

  • Food & Beverage
  • Feed
  • Bakery & Confectionery
  • Dairy & Frozen Desserts
  • Beverages
  • Convenience Foods
  • Others
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Others

By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2020–2034)

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Russia
    • Netherlands
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • Indonesia
    • Malaysia
    • Vietnam
    • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
    • Latin America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Israel
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

Industrial Starch Report Scope

Report Attributes

Details

Market Size Value in 2024

USD 124.61 billion

Market Size Value in 2025

USD 134.53 billion

Revenue Forecast by 2034

USD 270.28 billion

CAGR

8.1% from 2025 to 2032

Base Year

2024

Historical Data

2020–2023

Forecast Period

2025–2034

Quantitative Units

Revenue in USD billion and CAGR from 2025 to 2034

Report Coverage

Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Industry Trends

Segments Covered

  • By Source
  • By Product
  • By Application

Regional Scope

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa

Competitive Landscape

  • Industrial Starch Industry Trend Analysis (2024)
  • Company Profiles/Industry participants profiling includes company overview, financial information, product/service benchmarking, and recent developments

Report Format

  • PDF + Excel

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