Corn Starch Market

Global Corn Starch Market Size (2024 to 2032)

The size of the global corn starch market was worth USD 22.45 billion in 2023. The global market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2024 to 2032 and be worth USD 46.01 billion by 2032 from USD 24.31 billion in 2024.

Corn starch, maize starch, and corn flour are all starches derived from corn grain. The endosperm of the kernel is used to make starch. Corn starch is a popular dietary element used in the thickening of sauces and soups, as well as the manufacturing of corn syrup and other sugars. Corn starch is versatile and adaptable and can be utilized in the industry as an anti-sticking agent, textile, and adhesive item. It also has therapeutic uses, such as providing glucose to individuals with glycogen storage disease. Dust explosion, like many other dust-shaped items, can be dangerous in large quantities due to its flame retardance. Corn Starch can be turned into a non-Newtonian fluid when mixed with a liquid.

MARKET DRIVERS

The growing demand for clean-label products is one of the primary factors propelling the growth of the corn starch market.

The worldwide corn starch market is predicted to rise significantly over the forecast period owing to the increased usage in the food and beverage, processed food, paper and board, and detergent industries primarily. Clean-label ingredients and products are having a significant impact on the food and beverage industry, as well as other businesses around the world. Clean-label starches are in high demand due to increased health consciousness among customers and high demand for natural, pure, and high-quality items. Furthermore, as the global economy improves, resulting in an increase in the consumption of processed and convenience foods, the market for modified starch, which is widely used in these food applications, is seeing higher demand, pushing the overall corn starch market.

Over the next few years, the growing trend of replacing petroleum with ethanol is likely to be the main driving force. Corn starch is a key ingredient in the manufacturing of ethanol. The possibility of arrowroot substitution in the food industry is expected to constitute a substantial threat to the market throughout the projected period. Biotechnology advancements, increasing production of value-added chemicals, and the discovery of new fermentation organisms are projected to provide market participants with several prospects.

Increasing usage of corn starch especially in the food and beverage industries. Modified starch is widely used in the food and beverage industries, according to its use. Bakery and confectionery items, processed foods, drinks, and other food applications are all part of the food and beverage sector. Because of its use as a food additive for maintaining flavor and enhancing the taste and other attributes of the food product, modified starch is becoming increasingly popular in the food and beverage sectors.

Corn Starch, for example, is converted to oobleck in addition to water when oil is introduced to turn Corn Starch into an electrorheological fluid. The term "corn flour slime" might be used to describe the mixture. Although Corn Starch is mostly used for cooking and as a domestic commodity, it is used in a variety of industries for a variety of purposes, ranging from the usage of certain products as a chemical addition to medicinal therapy for specific illnesses. Corn flour is made by steeping corn for 30 to 48 hours and slowly fermenting it. The germ is separated from the endosperm, which are both grounded separately (still soaked). The starches are then rinsed away one by one.

The corn-steep liquor, cereal germs, fibers, and corn gluten are mainly removed and dried in hydrocyclones and centrifuges.  Wet milling is the term for this process. Finally, the starch can be altered for specialized uses. Corn starch, like many other powders, is prone to stain outbreaks. The Formosa Fun Coast explosion is believed to have been caused by the warming of a Corn Starch oriented powder in Taiwan on June 27, 2015, despite warnings on packages that the material is flammable.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

Owing to the disruption of the supply chain and the reduction in out-of-home food consumption during the pandemic, sales of corn starch products have decreased slightly.

However, the availability of various substitutes, including pea and rice starch, along with rising customer awareness about the negative effects of a starch-rich diet, function as important limitations for the corn starch market.

REPORT COVERAGE

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS         

Global Corn Starch Market Analysis By Product

Among these, sweetener is anticipated to dominate the global corn starch market during the forecast period. Corn starch is only utilized to enhance the flavor of food, such as in soups, desserts, and sauces, as well as a variety of non-food things. Corn starch is a food additive. In this category, sweetener is the market leader. Pharmaceuticals, chemical goods, meals, beverages, animal feeds, paper, and textiles are all examples of where the material is used. Food and beverage is the industry leader in this area. The Corn Starch Market creates revenue as the economy grows.

Global Corn Starch Market Analysis By Application

The food and beverages segment dominated the global market during the projected period. This is due to the growing use of corn starch as a food ingredient in the food service industry. Furthermore, the market for corn starch has been pushed by an increase in the number of food outlets, quick-service restaurants, and cafés. On the other hand, because of the ongoing pandemic and the installation of lockdown, a decrease in out-of-home food and beverage consumption has had a negative impact on market growth in 2020.

In addition, the other sector is predicted to grow at a rate of 4.6 percent over the projection period. The increase in demand for paper all across the world is to blame. Furthermore, the expansion of the maize starch market is fuelled by an increase in the demand for cosmetics and an increase in the sale and manufacture of textiles.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS     

North America continues to lead the worldwide corn starch industry because of the significant consumption of processed and quick food products in the region. And, the United States was the region's largest industry. Also, the market's rise in the US is fuelled by the large quantity of corn used as a raw material in the country coupled with the low cost of corn starch. Moreover, the consumption by several culinary, family, and industrial purposes is influencing the market share. The demand for corn starch has also surged because of its extensive use in convenience, fast, and ready-to-eat meals. People in Canada and America have high rates of fast-food consumption against other regions worldwide. Apart from this, the pharmaceutical industry is one of the major users of corn starch. So, dispersible tablets as well as the base material or fillers for manufacturing vitamins, antibiotics, pills and capsules.

The Asia Pacific corn starch market is projected to register a significant growth rate during the forecast period. The regional industry is predicted to benefit from rising population and disposable income among consumers in growing nations such as China and India. Similarly, the Utter Pradesh government (India) has decided to in 150 crore rupees in several maize public schemes and provide initiatives for food processing facilities. Moreover, the Indian government has devised a plan to shift maize supplies to produce ethanol under the fuel-blending program and raise the output by around 10 times in 5 years and has also contracted on a scheme to purchase corn at the minimum support price which is fixed by the central authority

Europe grew considerably in the second half of 2023. The difference in the demand and supply increased the prices in the region. This spike in cost gets even higher due to a national rise in local inquiries. But, the suppliers only had enough stock for a month. In addition, the other factor influencing the growth of regional progress is the improvement in Euro performance against the US dollar. On the other side, oil production volume dropped by the OPEC+ countries surged the operational cost of corn and starch output. Further, in 2024, a dip in economic growth affected the consumption of food items, which hindered the industry expansion.

Latin America's corn starch market has been moving forward at a steady pace for the last few years. In this regional industry, Brazil is the world's third-largest corn producer. Its market is driven by the growing food industry and the simple availability of feedstock. According to the study, for the 2023-24 season, Brazil’s corn seeding stood at just above 84 and 80 percent at the end of January 6 and December 30. But, because of high temperatures and the delay in rain this season, there has been a decrease in the sowing process in the region. Despite this, the seeding process for the majority of crops was still able to cross 90 percent in maximum regions. So, owing to this the corn starch market can experience major growth in the Latin America region.

KEY PLAYERS IN THE GLOBAL CORN STARCH MARKET

Companies playing a significant role in the global corn starch market include Archer Daniels Midland Company, Associated British Foods plc, Beteiligungs AG, Cargill, Inc., Ingredion Incorporated, Tate & Lyle PLC, Roquette Frères S.A., Hodgson Mill, ACH Food Companies and Global Bio-Chem Technology Group Company Limited.

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET

• In March 2024, Unilever PLC is planning to localize the corn starch in the East and West African areas. For which it is talking with an unknown company. The objective is to reduce raw material expenses to increase profits which has been struggling with its detergent portfolio in the region.
• In March 2024, the government of Utter Pradesh (India) set the target to elevate maize yield to over 3.2 million tons by 2027-28. They are planning to expand maize acreage by 200,000 hectares to increase production by an extra 1.1 million tons.
• In February 2024, Ingredion introduced the latest clean-label corn starch. It has incorporated Novation Indulge 2940 starch to broaden its product range with clean-label texturizers along with a non-GMO functional local corn starch.

DETAILED SEGMENTATION OF GLOBAL CORN STARCH MARKET INCLUDED IN THIS REPORT   

This research report on the global corn starch market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on product, application, & region.   

By Product

• Modified Starch
• Native Starch
• Sweeteners

By Application

• Animal Feed
• Food and Beverages
• Paper and Board
• Others

By Region 

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