Specialty Starch Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030
Description
The Specialty Starch Market will witness robust growth at a CAGR of 3.66% during the forecast period to be worth US$23.868 billion in 2030 from US$18.960 billion in 2025.
The specialty starch market is experiencing robust growth in different sectors, especially in industrial applications. This starch is utilized in the bonding of packaging grades and to improve the sheet brightness of fine paper. It is used as a base for corrugating adhesives, specialized plasterboard products, etc. It is further used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products, such as dry shampoos, creams, lotions, decorative cosmetics, sun protection, fillers and carriers, etc. There has been an observed trend in the environment-friendly manufacturing needs and sustainability of the products in the specialty starch market.
Market Trends:
Rising Demand in Food Processing: Increased need for potato and rice starch in food processing has driven market growth. In May 2024, Brenntag expanded its partnership with Coöperatie Koninklijke Avebe U.A., distributing Avebe’s potato starch products in the UK and Ireland. BENEO has also seen growing demand for its pre-cooked starch ingredients in Europe over the past five years.
Growth in Cosmetics and Personal Care: Innovations in specialty starch for cosmetics, offering unique textures and sensory experiences, are fueling market expansion. The booming cosmetics industry in Asia-Pacific has further increased demand for specialty starch.
North America: The market is propelled by demand from food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial sectors. The region’s massive construction industry also significantly boosts specialty starch applications.
Asia-Pacific: Rapid urbanization and construction in China, India, and Southeast Asia drive market growth. In 2021, Cargill partnered with Starpro, a leading Thai tapioca starch producer, to expand specialty tapioca starch offerings, meeting rising food processing and manufacturing demands in the region.
Some of the major players covered in this report include Cargill, Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, Grain Processing Corporation, Roquette Frères, among others.
Key Benefits of this Report:
Insightful Analysis: Gain detailed market insights covering major as well as emerging geographical regions, focusing on customer segments, government policies and socio-economic factors, consumer preferences, industry verticals, and other sub-segments.
Competitive Landscape: Understand the strategic maneuvers employed by key players globally to understand possible market penetration with the correct strategy.
Market Drivers & Future Trends: Explore the dynamic factors and pivotal market trends and how they will shape future market developments.
Actionable Recommendations: Utilize the insights to exercise strategic decisions to uncover new business streams and revenues in a dynamic environment.
Caters to a Wide Audience: Beneficial and cost-effective for startups, research institutions, consultants, SMEs, and large enterprises.
What do businesses use our reports for?
Industry and Market Insights, Opportunity Assessment, Product Demand Forecasting, Market Entry Strategy, Geographical Expansion, Capital Investment Decisions, Regulatory Framework & Implications, New Product Development, Competitive Intelligence
Report Coverage:
Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others)
Specialty Starch Market Segmentation:
By Product Type
Native Starches
Modified Starches
By Application
Food And Beverages
Pharmaceuticals
Personal Care Products
Industrial Applications
By Source
Corn Starch
Potato Starch
Cassava Starch
Wheat Starch
Others
By Region
North America
South America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
The specialty starch market is experiencing robust growth in different sectors, especially in industrial applications. This starch is utilized in the bonding of packaging grades and to improve the sheet brightness of fine paper. It is used as a base for corrugating adhesives, specialized plasterboard products, etc. It is further used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products, such as dry shampoos, creams, lotions, decorative cosmetics, sun protection, fillers and carriers, etc. There has been an observed trend in the environment-friendly manufacturing needs and sustainability of the products in the specialty starch market.
Market Trends:
Rising Demand in Food Processing: Increased need for potato and rice starch in food processing has driven market growth. In May 2024, Brenntag expanded its partnership with Coöperatie Koninklijke Avebe U.A., distributing Avebe’s potato starch products in the UK and Ireland. BENEO has also seen growing demand for its pre-cooked starch ingredients in Europe over the past five years.
Growth in Cosmetics and Personal Care: Innovations in specialty starch for cosmetics, offering unique textures and sensory experiences, are fueling market expansion. The booming cosmetics industry in Asia-Pacific has further increased demand for specialty starch.
North America: The market is propelled by demand from food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial sectors. The region’s massive construction industry also significantly boosts specialty starch applications.
Asia-Pacific: Rapid urbanization and construction in China, India, and Southeast Asia drive market growth. In 2021, Cargill partnered with Starpro, a leading Thai tapioca starch producer, to expand specialty tapioca starch offerings, meeting rising food processing and manufacturing demands in the region.
Some of the major players covered in this report include Cargill, Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ingredion Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, Grain Processing Corporation, Roquette Frères, among others.
Key Benefits of this Report:
Insightful Analysis: Gain detailed market insights covering major as well as emerging geographical regions, focusing on customer segments, government policies and socio-economic factors, consumer preferences, industry verticals, and other sub-segments.
Competitive Landscape: Understand the strategic maneuvers employed by key players globally to understand possible market penetration with the correct strategy.
Market Drivers & Future Trends: Explore the dynamic factors and pivotal market trends and how they will shape future market developments.
Actionable Recommendations: Utilize the insights to exercise strategic decisions to uncover new business streams and revenues in a dynamic environment.
Caters to a Wide Audience: Beneficial and cost-effective for startups, research institutions, consultants, SMEs, and large enterprises.
What do businesses use our reports for?
Industry and Market Insights, Opportunity Assessment, Product Demand Forecasting, Market Entry Strategy, Geographical Expansion, Capital Investment Decisions, Regulatory Framework & Implications, New Product Development, Competitive Intelligence
Report Coverage:
Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others)
Specialty Starch Market Segmentation:
By Product Type
Native Starches
Modified Starches
By Application
Food And Beverages
Pharmaceuticals
Personal Care Products
Industrial Applications
By Source
Corn Starch
Potato Starch
Cassava Starch
Wheat Starch
Others
By Region
North America
South America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Table of Contents
140 Pages
- 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- 2. MARKET SNAPSHOT
- 2.1. Market Overview
- 2.2. Market Definition
- 2.3. Scope of the Study
- 2.4. Market Segmentation
- 3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE
- 3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.2. Market Restraints
- 3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.6. Policies and Regulations
- 3.7. Strategic Recommendations
- 4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK
- 5. SPECIALTY STARCH MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE
- 5.1. Introduction
- 5.2. Native Starches
- 5.3. Modified Starches
- 6. SPECIALTY STARCH MARKET BY SOURCE
- 6.1. Introduction
- 6.2. Corn Starch
- 6.3. Potato Starch
- 6.4. Cassava Starch
- 6.5. Wheat Starch
- 6.6. Others
- 7. SPECIALTY STARCH MARKET BY APPLICATION
- 7.1. Introduction
- 7.2. Food And Beverages
- 7.3. Pharmaceuticals
- 7.4. Personal Care Products
- 7.5. Industrial Applications
- 8. SPECIALTY STARCH MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
- 8.1. Introduction
- 8.2. North America
- 8.2.1. USA
- 8.2.2. Canada
- 8.2.3. Mexico
- 8.3. South America
- 8.3.1. Brazil
- 8.3.2. Argentina
- 8.3.3. Others
- 8.4. Europe
- 8.4.1. United Kingdom
- 8.4.2. Germany
- 8.4.3. France
- 8.4.4. Spain
- 8.4.5. Others
- 8.5. Middle East and Africa
- 8.5.1. Saudi Arabia
- 8.5.2. UAE
- 8.5.3. Others
- 8.6. Asia Pacific
- 8.6.1. China
- 8.6.2. Japan
- 8.6.3. India
- 8.6.4. South Korea
- 8.6.5. Taiwan
- 8.6.6. Others
- 9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS
- 9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
- 9.2. Market Share Analysis
- 9.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
- 9.4. Competitive Dashboard
- 10. COMPANY PROFILES
- 10.1. Cargill, Incorporated
- 10.2. Archer Daniels Midland Company
- 10.3. Ingredion Incorporated
- 10.4. Tate & Lyle PLC
- 10.5. AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG
- 10.6. Grain Processing Corporation
- 10.7. Roquette Frères
- 10.8. Tereos
- 10.9. General Starch Limited
- 10.10. Coöperatie Koninklijke Avebe U.A.
- 10.11. Galam Group
- 10.12. Angel Starch and Food Pvt. Ltd.
- 11. APPENDIX
- 11.1. Currency
- 11.2. Assumptions
- 11.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline
- 11.4. Key benefits for the stakeholders
- 11.5. Research Methodology
- 11.6. Abbreviations
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