Global Rice Starch Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global Rice Starch market size is expected to reach $ 378 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 4.1% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
Rice starch is a type of starch that is extracted from rice grains. It is a carbohydrate-based powder that consists of small granules. Starch is the primary energy storage molecule in plants, and it serves as a source of nutrition for humans as well. Rice starch is obtained by processing rice grains, typically by washing, grinding, and separating the starch from other components such as protein, fiber, and fats. The resulting starch is a white, odorless, and tasteless powder. Rice starch is characterized by very small granules in the range of 2-8 μm, being much smaller than those of other cereals, tubers and roots, such as corn and potato. Its granule size is comparable to the size of fat globules, therefore ideally suited to mimic a full bodied fatty mouthfeel. It provides creamy textures and can serve as natural fat replacer. In 2025, global Rice Starch production reached approximately 138 K MT, with an average global market price of around US$ 2000 per MT.
Rice starch is a fine, white, odorless powder obtained from rice, consisting primarily of amylose and amylopectin. It is valued for its small granule size, smooth texture, neutral taste, and hypoallergenic properties, making it suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. Compared with other starches, rice starch provides a unique creamy mouthfeel and translucency, which is particularly useful in baby food, sauces, desserts, and premium confectionery. The global production capacity is approximately 172,000 tons, with a gross profit margin of 11%–23%. Typical single-line production facilities range between 1,000 and 2,000 tons.
The industry chain begins upstream with rice cultivation and milling, where broken rice or rice byproducts are often used as feedstock. In the midstream, the starch is extracted through steeping, grinding, and separation processes, followed by purification, drying, and modification depending on the intended application. Downstream, rice starch finds its way into diverse industries: food manufacturers use it as a thickener, stabilizer, or fat replacer; pharmaceutical companies apply it as a binder or disintegrant in tablets; and cosmetic producers employ it as a natural, skin-friendly alternative to talc. The supply chain benefits from integration in rice-growing regions, though it requires strict quality control to ensure purity and consistency for sensitive end uses.
Market drivers include rising consumer demand for clean-label and allergen-free ingredients, particularly in infant nutrition and premium food products, where rice starch offers a natural, non-GMO, and gluten-free option. Growth in cosmetics and personal care is also significant, as rice starch is increasingly used in powders, creams, and dry shampoos for its absorbent and smoothening properties. Additionally, the shift toward sustainable and plant-based raw materials in pharmaceuticals and food industries enhances its market appeal. Demand is further supported by innovation in modified rice starches, which improve functionality in processed foods and industrial applications.
However, the market faces challenges such as high production costs compared with more common starches like corn or tapioca, limiting its competitiveness in cost-sensitive segments. Availability of rice as a raw material is also subject to agricultural volatility, including weather conditions and trade restrictions in key producing countries. Furthermore, the niche scale of production capacity, combined with the technical requirements for consistent quality, makes it difficult for smaller producers to achieve economies of scale. These factors contribute to moderate but steady growth, with the market positioned more toward specialty applications rather than bulk commodity starch markets.
This report studies the global Rice Starch production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Rice Starch and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of Rice Starch that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Rice Starch total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K MT)
Global Rice Starch total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Rice Starch production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT), (based on production site)
Global Rice Starch consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K MT)
U.S. VS China: Rice Starch domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Rice Starch production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Rice Starch production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Rice Starch production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
This report profiles key players in the global Rice Starch market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include BENEO, Ingredion, Agrana, Bangkok Starch, Thai Flour, WFM Wholesome Foods, Golden Agriculture, Jinnong Bio, Thai Wah, Burapa Prosper, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World Rice Starch market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K MT) and average price (USD/MT) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global Rice Starch Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Type:
Food Grade Rice Starch
Industry Grade Rice Starch
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Feature:
Indica Rice Starch
Japonica Rice Starch
Glutinous Rice Starch
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Channel:
Direct Selling
Distribution
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Application:
Food Industry
Pharmaceutical Industry
Cosmetic & Personal Care Industry
Others
Companies Profiled:
BENEO
Ingredion
Agrana
Bangkok Starch
Thai Flour
WFM Wholesome Foods
Golden Agriculture
Jinnong Bio
Thai Wah
Burapa Prosper
Anhui Shunxinyuan
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Rice Starch market?
2. What is the demand of the global Rice Starch market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Rice Starch market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Rice Starch market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Rice Starch market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Rice starch is a type of starch that is extracted from rice grains. It is a carbohydrate-based powder that consists of small granules. Starch is the primary energy storage molecule in plants, and it serves as a source of nutrition for humans as well. Rice starch is obtained by processing rice grains, typically by washing, grinding, and separating the starch from other components such as protein, fiber, and fats. The resulting starch is a white, odorless, and tasteless powder. Rice starch is characterized by very small granules in the range of 2-8 μm, being much smaller than those of other cereals, tubers and roots, such as corn and potato. Its granule size is comparable to the size of fat globules, therefore ideally suited to mimic a full bodied fatty mouthfeel. It provides creamy textures and can serve as natural fat replacer. In 2025, global Rice Starch production reached approximately 138 K MT, with an average global market price of around US$ 2000 per MT.
Rice starch is a fine, white, odorless powder obtained from rice, consisting primarily of amylose and amylopectin. It is valued for its small granule size, smooth texture, neutral taste, and hypoallergenic properties, making it suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. Compared with other starches, rice starch provides a unique creamy mouthfeel and translucency, which is particularly useful in baby food, sauces, desserts, and premium confectionery. The global production capacity is approximately 172,000 tons, with a gross profit margin of 11%–23%. Typical single-line production facilities range between 1,000 and 2,000 tons.
The industry chain begins upstream with rice cultivation and milling, where broken rice or rice byproducts are often used as feedstock. In the midstream, the starch is extracted through steeping, grinding, and separation processes, followed by purification, drying, and modification depending on the intended application. Downstream, rice starch finds its way into diverse industries: food manufacturers use it as a thickener, stabilizer, or fat replacer; pharmaceutical companies apply it as a binder or disintegrant in tablets; and cosmetic producers employ it as a natural, skin-friendly alternative to talc. The supply chain benefits from integration in rice-growing regions, though it requires strict quality control to ensure purity and consistency for sensitive end uses.
Market drivers include rising consumer demand for clean-label and allergen-free ingredients, particularly in infant nutrition and premium food products, where rice starch offers a natural, non-GMO, and gluten-free option. Growth in cosmetics and personal care is also significant, as rice starch is increasingly used in powders, creams, and dry shampoos for its absorbent and smoothening properties. Additionally, the shift toward sustainable and plant-based raw materials in pharmaceuticals and food industries enhances its market appeal. Demand is further supported by innovation in modified rice starches, which improve functionality in processed foods and industrial applications.
However, the market faces challenges such as high production costs compared with more common starches like corn or tapioca, limiting its competitiveness in cost-sensitive segments. Availability of rice as a raw material is also subject to agricultural volatility, including weather conditions and trade restrictions in key producing countries. Furthermore, the niche scale of production capacity, combined with the technical requirements for consistent quality, makes it difficult for smaller producers to achieve economies of scale. These factors contribute to moderate but steady growth, with the market positioned more toward specialty applications rather than bulk commodity starch markets.
This report studies the global Rice Starch production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Rice Starch and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of Rice Starch that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Rice Starch total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K MT)
Global Rice Starch total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Rice Starch production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT), (based on production site)
Global Rice Starch consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K MT)
U.S. VS China: Rice Starch domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Rice Starch production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Rice Starch production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Rice Starch production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
This report profiles key players in the global Rice Starch market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include BENEO, Ingredion, Agrana, Bangkok Starch, Thai Flour, WFM Wholesome Foods, Golden Agriculture, Jinnong Bio, Thai Wah, Burapa Prosper, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World Rice Starch market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K MT) and average price (USD/MT) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global Rice Starch Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Type:
Food Grade Rice Starch
Industry Grade Rice Starch
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Feature:
Indica Rice Starch
Japonica Rice Starch
Glutinous Rice Starch
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Channel:
Direct Selling
Distribution
Global Rice Starch Market, Segmentation by Application:
Food Industry
Pharmaceutical Industry
Cosmetic & Personal Care Industry
Others
Companies Profiled:
BENEO
Ingredion
Agrana
Bangkok Starch
Thai Flour
WFM Wholesome Foods
Golden Agriculture
Jinnong Bio
Thai Wah
Burapa Prosper
Anhui Shunxinyuan
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Rice Starch market?
2. What is the demand of the global Rice Starch market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Rice Starch market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Rice Starch market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Rice Starch market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
132 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Manufacturers Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of the World
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by Feature
- 7 Market Analysis by Channel
- 8 Market Analysis by Application
- 9 Company Profiles
- 10 Industry Chain Analysis
- 11 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 12 Appendix
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