Global Corn Starch Market
Market Size in USD Million
CAGR :
% 
USD
23.00 Million
USD
44.51 Million
2024
2032
 Forecast Period |
2025 –2032 |
 Market Size (Base Year) |
USD 23.00 Million |
 Market Size (Forecast Year) |
USD 44.51 Million |
 CAGR |
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| Major Markets Players |
Global Corn starch Market Segmentation, By Type (Native Starch, Modified Starch, Sweeteners, Others), Application (Food and Beverages, Animal Feed, Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals, Textile, Paper & Board, Others) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2032
Corn Starch Market Analysis
Starches were previously primarily used in food applications. Still, due to its ease of availability, it is now also being used in non-food applications such as the production of pharmaceuticals, adhesives, and papers.
Corn Starch Market Size
Global corn starch market size was valued at USD 23 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 44.51 million by 2032, with a CAGR of 8.6% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2032.
Corn Starch Market Trends
“Rising Demand for Clean Label Products and Sustainable Solutions”
One of the key trends in the global corn starch market is the growing demand for clean label products and sustainable solutions. As consumers become more health-conscious and seek transparency in ingredient sourcing, corn starch is gaining popularity as a natural, non-GMO alternative in food and beverage products. Its versatility in both traditional and plant-based food formulations, along with its eco-friendly nature, is driving significant growth in the market. Furthermore, the expanding demand for biodegradable packaging and bio-based products is contributing to the increased use of corn starch in industries such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, and biofuels. As consumers continue to prioritize sustainability and clean labels, the corn starch market is expected to see continued growth across various sectors.
Report Scope and Market Segmentation
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Corn Starch Key Market Insights |
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Segmentation |
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Countries Covered |
U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America. |
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Key Market Players |
Dow (U.S.), BASF SE (Germany), Chr. Hansen Holding A/S (Denmark), DSM (Netherlands), DuPont (U.S.), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), NOVUS INTERNATIONAL (U.S.), Alltech (U.S.), Associated British Foods plc (U.K.), Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL (Thailand), Cargill, Incorporated (U.S.), Nutreco (Netherlands), ForFarmers. (Netherlands), De Heus Animal Nutrition (Netherlands), Land O'Lakes (U.S.), Kent Nutrition Group (U.S.), J. D. HEISKELL & CO. (U.S.), Perdue Farms (U.S.), SunOpta (Canada), Scratch and Peck Feeds (U.S.), De Heus Animal Nutrition (Netherlands), MEGAMIX (Russia), Agrofeed (Hungary) |
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Corn Starch Market Definition
Corn starch, also known as corn flour and maize starch, is produced from corn through a process of wet milling, steeping, grinding, purifying, and drying. Corn starch is a common food ingredient used all over the world. Furthermore, it is widely used in the packaged food and food processing industries. Maize starch, extracted from the kernel of corn, adds superior texture, viscosity, and other desirable properties to a wide range of food products, from microwaveable goods to canned chilled frozen extruded snacks and dry mixes.
Corn Starch Market Dynamics
Drivers
- Abundance of corn and corn derivatives in global market
Corns are abundantly found in nature due to increased crop production and rising international trade worldwide. The increased availability of corn and corn derivatives at lower prices is increasing the consumption in the global market and export to other countries, driving overall market growth.
- Rapid expansion of market due to its demand from various applications
Rising technological advancement and modernisation has resulted in advanced product innovations and diversification in various applications which directly impacts the market growth. Growing demand for confectionaries and ready-to-eat items among customers adds to the market growth as corn starch is a major ingredient used in many food products. Growing demand from pharmaceutical and adhesive paper industries has resulted in market expansion. Rising cases of obesity in the region has shifted the consumer preference for artificial thickeners, leading to market growth.
Opportunity
Growing research and development activities for product innovation creates ample market opportunities. Growing market players in the region will provide a stronghold to the corn starch market growth.
Restraints
Lack of knowledge about consumption of adequate amount of corn starch can hamper market growth. Fluctuation in raw materials as well as scarcity of labour can challenge market growth in the near future.
This corn starch market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the corn starch market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.
Corn Starch Market Scope
The corn starch market is segmented on the basis of type and application. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.
Application
- Food and Beverages
- Animal Feed
- Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals
- Textile
- Paper & Board
- Others
Type
Corn Starch Market Regional Analysis
The corn starch market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by country, type and application as referenced above.
The countries covered in the corn starch market are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Denmark, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Global (APAC) in the Global (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.
Asia-Pacific region was the most important in the corn starch market, and it is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period. This is because Asia-Pacific countries' rapid economic growth has influenced consumer lifestyles and consumption patterns. People in this region have started to consume more packaged foods and beverages, which has increased demand for corn starch products over time.
North America, on the other hand, is expected to grow at a consistent rate throughout the forecast period due to the presence of a large number of local players in the region.
The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points like down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of Global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.
Corn Starch Market Share
The corn starch market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, Global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to corn starch market.
Corn Starch Market Leaders Operating in the Market Are:
- Cargill, Incorporated (U.S)
- Dow (U.S.)
- BASF SE (Germany)
- Chr. Hansen Holding A/S (Denmark)
- DSM (Netherlands)
- DuPont (U.S.)
- Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
- NOVUS INTERNATIONAL (U.S.)
- Alltech (U.S.)
- Associated British Foods plc (U.K.)
- Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL (Thailand)
- Nutreco (Netherlands)
- ForFarmers. (Netherlands)
- De Heus Animal Nutrition (Netherlands)
- Land O'Lakes (U.S.)
- Kent Nutrition Group (U.S.)
- J. D. HEISKELL & CO. (U.S.)
- Perdue Farms (U.S.)
- SunOpta (Canada)
- Scratch Peck Feeds (U.S.)
- De Heus Animal Nutrition (Netherlands)
- MEGAMIX (Russia)
- Agrofeed (Hungary)
Latest Developments in Corn Starch Market
- In November 2019, Henan Doing Mechanical Equipment Co., Ltd displayed their corn processing machines at the China Commodities Expo-Global 2019 in Lagos, Global. The company introduced new production technology, Corn processing machines with new designs, and other product offerings. The company is expanding its operations as a result of increased demand for corn starch market.
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Global Corn Starch Market, Supply Chain Analysis and Ecosystem Framework
To support market growth and help clients navigate the impact of geopolitical shifts, DBMR has integrated in-depth supply chain analysis into its Global Corn Starch Market research reports. This addition empowers clients to respond effectively to global changes affecting their industries. The supply chain analysis section includes detailed insights such as Global Corn Starch Market consumption and production by country, price trend analysis, the impact of tariffs and geopolitical developments, and import and export trends by country and HSN code. It also highlights major suppliers with data on production capacity and company profiles, as well as key importers and exporters. In addition to research, DBMR offers specialized supply chain consulting services backed by over a decade of experience, providing solutions like supplier discovery, supplier risk assessment, price trend analysis, impact evaluation of inflation and trade route changes, and comprehensive market trend analysis.
Research Methodology
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