Global Starch Syrup Market - 2022-2029

Market Overview

Starch syrup is a viscous liquid formed by enzymatic hydrolysis of various starches, followed by purification. Due to the processing of starches, they are obtained as a refined and concentrated product. Starch syrup is widely used in the food industry as a thickener and sweetener, as well as to give additional functionality and contribute to the texture, color, and flavors of many goods due to its mildly sweet taste and high absorption capacity. Rising consumer disposable incomes and an expanded population contribute significantly to industrial expansion. As healthy eating becomes increasingly fashionable, customer demand for better food products rises. Starch syrups appeal to health-conscious customers because they can be utilized as natural sweeteners and thickeners in healthy food products, which will drive the starch syrup market during the forecast period.

The global starch syrup market was valued at USD YY million in 2021. It is forecasted to reach USD YY million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.36% during the forecast period (2022-2029).

Market Dynamics: Rising starch syrup demand by increasing consumers focus on a natural and vegan products

The market for starch syrup is growing due to rising health consciousness. Starch syrup is a natural thickener and sweetener used in the food and beverage, brewing, and pharmaceutical industries. Demand for processed foods and consumer disposable income are the main drivers of growth in developing countries. Increased sales of end-use products such as bars, snacks, jams, cereals, and others are driving the industry's growth as distribution channels, and online platforms become popular. Over the projection period, increased demand for vegan products is expected to lead to increased use of starch syrup in various formulations. It is expected to have a positive effect on the expansion of the market. For instance, on August 28, 2020, PURIS prepared to open the Dawson pea protein plant and newly introduced items such as pea syrup, an alternative to corn, brown rice, tapioca syrup, and sweet lupin flour. It has a lot of protein and fiber. According to the president, it is particularly appealing to formulators making keto-friendly baked goods.

However, the market for starch syrup is being held back by tough competition from starch substitutes. Because of the increased demand for gluten-free foods, a sizable untapped market for gluten-free starches is limiting market expansion.

Market Segmentation: The food and beverage segment had the most increased demand in the global starch syrup market

The rising consumption of beverages and functional foods drives global demand for starch syrup in the food and beverage industry. Because of its beneficial qualities, the starch syrup can be easily included in a wide range of food products, from bars and cereals to dairy and bread. The increased population and consumer disposable incomes both contribute significantly to industrial growth. It is also used in the pharmaceutical and brewing sectors. The increasing demand for nutritious confectionary goods, technological improvements in the food industry, a growing population, better living standards, and the penetration of important players in emerging nations like India are all factors driving market expansion.

The market for starch syrup is currently dominated by the food and beverage industry, largely as a result of growing consumer demand for nutrient-dense confectionery products, technological advancements in the food industry, and the increasing market penetration of major companies in developing nations. For instance, on November 20, 2020, Ingredion launched Stablesweet, a low-sugar glucose syrup. The product is designed for food applications such as chewy sweets, lollipops, jellies, and gummies. Ingredion EMEA is expanding its portfolio of sugar reduction and specialty sweetener solutions across the Middle East and Africa with the launch of Stablesweet LD low-sugar glucose syrup. From corn, the glucose syrup is designed to enable manufacturers to produce shelf-life stable products while reducing sugar content.

Geographical Penetration: North America the dominating region during the forecast period

North America leads the global starch syrup market in revenue and volume share. The usage of starch syrup in packaged foods and other foods is predicted to be the primary trend driving growth in the North American area throughout the forecast period. In addition, the North American region's market is anticipated to grow the fastest in the United States. The demand for sugar substitutes in the country is expected to be fueled by the increasing concerns regarding the health impact of excess sugar consumption and the increased application of low Glycemic Index (GI) sugar substitutes in processed foods and beverages. There has been growing demand for sweeteners, such as high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), in confectionery and bakery applications, creating a huge market for sweeteners in the country. In the United States, glucose-fructose syrup, also called HFCS, generally comes in two varieties, with a 55% fructose content (HFCS 55) and a 42% glucose-fructose syrup (HFCS 42).

Moreover, favorable government regulations are further propelling market growth. For instance, the US FDA has approved the use of xylitol in foods for special dietary purposes as a direct food additive, which extends to all the other sugar-free and no-sugar-added products, and has also classified it as 'generally recognized as safe' (GRAS). As a result of the increased use of starch syrup in foods and beverages produced in these countries, manufacturers of starch syrup are projected to see appealing prospects from Mexico. Starch syrup usage in confectionery, bakery and soft drink manufacturing is also anticipated to boost market potential in the coming years. Increasing use in producing processed foods and cereals is also expected to boost demand through 2029. For instance, on January 7, 2022, Pamela's announced the release of grain-free graham crackers that are gluten-free and created with a non-GMO wheat blend. They are also free of egg, corn, soy, nuts, high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and other ingredients.

Competitive Landscape:

Key players in the market are focusing on receiving various certifications to meet the growing consumer demand for starch syrup. Regulatory bodies develop rules and regulations for producing, handling, labeling, and enforcing all clean-label products. Thus, to offer starch syrup products, companies are developing innovative products by following the guidelines of regulatory bodies and are being recognized with various certifications, such as non-GMO, halal, kosher, and others. Some players are Tate & Lyle, COFCO Rongshi Bio-technology, MANILDRA Group, Cargill Inc., Tereos, Grain Processing Corporation, Luzhou Bio-chem Technology, Corn Products International, Archer Daniels Midland Company, and Ingredion Incorporated. For instance, on October 12, 2021, PURIS announced that its new production facility in Dawson, Minn., is officially online. The state-of-the-art facility more than doubles production capacity for the company. PURIS is doubling its capacity as consumer interest in plant-based eating surges. A new report on the plant-based food market indicates that the global market for plant-based alternatives could reach $162 billion.

For instance, on February 10, 2021, PURIS Holdings and LIVEKINDLY Collective launched joint venture initiatives to establish the groundwork for a global regenerative plant-based future. They combined PURIS' proven expertise in plant-based food development with LIVEKINDLY Collective's network of global leaders in the plant-based space. The companies hope to accelerate the adoption of plant-based nutrition by addressing some of the most pressing challenges in the supply chain, with the ultimate goal of paving the way for a more sustainable food system.

COVID-19 Impact: Positive impact on the global starch syrup market

Demand for processed and packaged foods and beverages increased in the early stages of the COVID-19 crisis. The only factor driving the increase in demand is the desire to store food supplies that could last for months in the event of a pandemic. Due to the rising demand for processed foods, the market for starch syrup is anticipated to expand. The return to normalcy of the global supply chain is also driving the growth of the starch syrup market. Moreover, this market disruption has significantly changed consumer consumption across many industries. The growing use of different kinds of starch syrups in various food products is one change that stands out in these unsettling times. The primary cause of these changes among consumers and different food product manufacturers is that starch syrup is naturally thought to be healthier because it is lactose- and gluten-free. According to the International Starch Organization, on March 19, 2020, corn refiners ensured continued production and supply of hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 crisis. America's corn refineries are producing trainloads of industrial alcohol daily. There has been no shortfall in meeting alcohol orders for the production of hand sanitizers or other health-related sanitizing products. The distribution system is quickly catching up with the surge in demand for these products. For instance, on February 18, 2020, Skinny Food Co. launched Chocaholic Zero Calorie Chocolate Syrups. Inspired by their favorite chocolate bars & flavors, their chocaholic syrups came in 10 exciting new flavors. Each is unique in taste while being 100% vegan-friendly, gluten-free, sugar-free, fat-free & zero-calorie.

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