Global Wheat Protein Market Size study, by Product (Wheat Gluten, Wheat Protein Isolate, Textured Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein), by Concentration, by Form, by Application, and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

Description

The Global Wheat Protein Market is valued at approximately USD 6.77 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4.20% over the forecast period 2024-2032. With shifting dietary behaviors and an expanding affinity for plant-based and functional ingredients, wheat protein has emerged as a high-potential category within the broader protein landscape. Sourced primarily from wheat flour and characterized by its unique viscoelastic properties, wheat protein serves as a key functional ingredient in various bakery, snack, and meat analog applications. As clean-label and meat-free preferences gain momentum globally, wheat protein-particularly in its isolate and textured forms-is being increasingly incorporated into food systems that aim to deliver superior texture, protein content, and shelf stability without compromising on sustainability.

The surging popularity of veganism and flexitarian diets has catalyzed demand for wheat protein-based products, especially among consumers looking for soy- and dairy-free alternatives. Nutritional profiles of wheat protein-high in glutamine and known for supporting muscle recovery-have also made it an attractive component in sports nutrition and wellness-oriented beverages. Moreover, advancements in protein concentration technologies have facilitated the development of highly purified wheat protein variants that cater to gluten-sensitive consumers and enable broader applications across pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and dietary supplements. Regulatory approval for wheat protein as a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) ingredient across key markets has further fueled its adoption.

Nevertheless, challenges persist. Wheat protein is naturally low in lysine, which may limit its nutritional completeness when compared to animal or soy protein. Additionally, price volatility in wheat sourcing due to climatic fluctuations and global supply-demand imbalances may impact production economics for manufacturers. On the functional front, replicating meat-like textures and emulsification behavior with wheat protein still demands investment in R&D and processing innovation. However, these constraints are being addressed by agile companies that are strategically investing in ingredient synergies, enzyme-modified proteins, and hybrid protein solutions that blend wheat with other plant-based sources for enhanced utility.

In the evolving protein market, wheat protein's rise is being further propelled by its environmental advantages. As consumers and manufacturers seek alternatives with a lower carbon footprint, wheat-derived proteins present a sustainable, cost-effective option that aligns with climate-conscious branding. Meanwhile, the application spectrum is widening-from bakery and pasta to sports drinks and protein-enriched cereals. This has led to a proliferation of co-branding initiatives and licensing deals with food tech startups, retailers, and foodservice chains looking to diversify their protein offerings while riding the wellness wave.

Regionally, Europe leads the wheat protein market owing to its advanced bakery culture, high prevalence of vegetarian diets, and strong regulatory backing for plant-based alternatives. North America closely follows, bolstered by growing interest in gluten-free and functional wellness products. Asia Pacific is forecasted to experience the highest CAGR during the 2024-2032 period, driven by increasing urbanization, westernization of diets, and rapid expansion of health-conscious demographics. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are also witnessing growing adoption, particularly through bakery, nutrition bar, and fortified food segments.

Major market player included in this report are:

Manildra Group
Tereos Group
Kroner-Starke GmbH
Cargill, Incorporated
MGP Ingredients, Inc.
Roquette Freres
Archer Daniels Midland Company
CropEnergies AG
Glico Nutrition Co., Ltd.
Kerry Group plc
Zhenyuan Food Co., Ltd.
AB Amilina
Crespel & Deiters GmbH & Co. KG
Shandong Ruixiang Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
ADM Protein Specialties

The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:

By Product

Wheat Gluten
Wheat Protein Isolate
Textured Wheat Protein
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

By Concentration

75% Concentration
80% Concentration
90% Concentration

By Form

Dry
Liquid

By Application

Bakery & Confectionery
Sports & Nutrition
Dairy & Frozen Desserts
Meat Analogs
Pharmaceuticals
Others

By Region:

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
ROE
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
RoAPAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
RoMEA

Years considered for the study are as follows:

Historical year - 2022
Base year - 2023
Forecast period - 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global Wheat Protein Market Executive Summary

1.1. Global Wheat Protein Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
- 1.3.1. By Product
- 1.3.2. By Concentration
- 1.3.3. By Form
- 1.3.4. By Application
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 2. Global Wheat Protein Market Definition and Research Assumptions

2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
- 2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 2.3.2. Limitations
- 2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
  - 2.3.3.1. Availability
  - 2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
  - 2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
  - 2.3.3.4. Market Competition
  - 2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer's Perspective)
- 2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
  - 2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
  - 2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
  - 2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
  - 2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates

Chapter 3. Global Wheat Protein Market Dynamics

3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.1.1. Growing Demand for Plant based and Clean label Proteins
- 3.1.2. Rising Popularity of Vegan and Flexitarian Diets
- 3.1.3. Expansion of Sports Nutrition & Functional Foods
3.2. Market Challenges
- 3.2.1. Nutritional Limitations (Low Lysine Content)
- 3.2.2. Price Volatility of Wheat Raw Materials
- 3.2.3. Processing Complexity for Novel Textures
3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.3.1. Advancements in Enzyme modified and Hybrid Protein Solutions
- 3.3.2. Sustainability driven Product Development
- 3.3.3. Expansion in Emerging and Health conscious Markets

Chapter 4. Global Wheat Protein Market Industry Analysis

4.1. Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.7. Porter's 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.2.1. Political
- 4.2.2. Economical
- 4.2.3. Social
- 4.2.4. Technological
- 4.2.5. Environmental
- 4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunity
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global Wheat Protein Market Size & Forecasts by Product 2022-2032

5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Wheat Protein Market: Product Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
- 5.2.1. Wheat Gluten
- 5.2.2. Wheat Protein Isolate
- 5.2.3. Textured Wheat Protein
- 5.2.4. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

Chapter 6. Global Wheat Protein Market Size & Forecasts by Concentration 2022-2032

6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Wheat Protein Market: Concentration Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
- 6.2.1. 75% Concentration
- 6.2.2. 80% Concentration
- 6.2.3. 90% Concentration

Chapter 7. Global Wheat Protein Market Size & Forecasts by Form 2022-2032

7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Wheat Protein Market: Form Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
- 7.2.1. Dry
- 7.2.2. Liquid

Chapter 8. Global Wheat Protein Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032

8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Wheat Protein Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
- 8.2.1. Bakery & Confectionery
- 8.2.2. Sports & Nutrition
- 8.2.3. Dairy & Frozen Desserts
- 8.2.4. Meat Analogs
- 8.2.5. Pharmaceuticals
- 8.2.6. Others

Chapter 9. Global Wheat Protein Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032

9.1. North America Wheat Protein Market
- 9.1.1. U.S. Wheat Protein Market
  - 9.1.1.1. Product breakdown size & forecasts, 2022 - 2032
  - 9.1.1.2. Concentration breakdown size & forecasts, 2022 - 2032
  - 9.1.1.3. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2022 - 2032
  - 9.1.1.4. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2022 - 2032
- 9.1.2. Canada Wheat Protein Market
9.2. Europe Wheat Protein Market
- 9.2.1. UK Wheat Protein Market
- 9.2.2. Germany Wheat Protein Market
- 9.2.3. France Wheat Protein Market
- 9.2.4. Spain Wheat Protein Market
- 9.2.5. Italy Wheat Protein Market
- 9.2.6. Rest of Europe Wheat Protein Market
9.3. Asia Pacific Wheat Protein Market
- 9.3.1. China Wheat Protein Market
- 9.3.2. India Wheat Protein Market
- 9.3.3. Japan Wheat Protein Market
- 9.3.4. Australia Wheat Protein Market
- 9.3.5. South Korea Wheat Protein Market
- 9.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Wheat Protein Market
9.4. Latin America Wheat Protein Market
- 9.4.1. Brazil Wheat Protein Market
- 9.4.2. Mexico Wheat Protein Market
- 9.4.3. Rest of Latin America Wheat Protein Market
9.5. Middle East & Africa Wheat Protein Market
- 9.5.1. Saudi Arabia Wheat Protein Market
- 9.5.2. South Africa Wheat Protein Market
- 9.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Wheat Protein Market

Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence

10.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
- 10.1.1. Manildra Group
- 10.1.2. Tereos Group
- 10.1.3. Kroner Starke GmbH
10.2. Top Market Strategies
10.3. Company Profiles
- 10.3.1. Manildra Group
  - 10.3.1.1. Key Information
  - 10.3.1.2. Overview
  - 10.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 10.3.1.4. Product Summary
  - 10.3.1.5. Market Strategies
- 10.3.2. Cargill, Incorporated
- 10.3.3. MGP Ingredients, Inc.
- 10.3.4. Roquette Freres
- 10.3.5. Archer Daniels Midland Company
- 10.3.6. CropEnergies AG
- 10.3.7. Glico Nutrition Co., Ltd.
- 10.3.8. Kerry Group plc
- 10.3.9. Zhenyuan Food Co., Ltd.
- 10.3.10. AB Amilina
- 10.3.11. Crespel & Deiters GmbH & Co. KG
- 10.3.12. Shandong Ruixiang Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
- 10.3.13. ADM Protein Specialties

Chapter 11. Research Process

11.1. Research Process
- 11.1.1. Data Mining
- 11.1.2. Analysis
- 11.1.3. Market Estimation
- 11.1.4. Validation
- 11.1.5. Publishing
11.2. Research Attributes