- Tapioca is obtained from the storage root of cassava plant. Modified starch also known as starch derivatives are generally used to maintain and improve the texture and capability of the food and are generally obtained from grains and vegetables
- The prime factor driving the demand for tapioca modified starch is the various functional properties of modified starch as well as their ease of incorporation in a wide range of food applications
- Asia-pacific is expected to dominate the tapioca modified starches market due to abundant raw materials and established manufacturing infrastructures
- Asia-pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the tapioca modified starch market during the forecast period due increased demand for modified starch in various applications
- Thickeners segment is expected to dominate the market with a market share of 50.5% due to as a thickening agent, modified starch enhances the viscosity of any liquid without affecting its other properties significantly
