Wheat Protein Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025

Description

Persistence Market Research has recently released a comprehensive report on the global Wheat Protein Market, providing an in-depth analysis of key market dynamics, including driving forces, emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges. This report offers valuable insights into the market landscape, helping stakeholders make well-informed decisions.

Key Insights:

Wheat Protein Market Size (2025E): US$ 3,608.80 Mn
Projected Market Value (2032F): US$ 5,214.90 Mn
Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2025 to 2032): 5.40%

Wheat Protein Market - Report Scope:

The Wheat Protein market encompasses a wide range of plant-based protein products derived from wheat, including isolates, concentrates, and hydrolyzed forms. These proteins serve as essential ingredients in food, animal feed, sports nutrition, and cosmetics. Growing consumer demand for plant-based protein alternatives, increasing health awareness, and the expansion of vegan and vegetarian diets are key factors propelling market growth. Wheat protein is widely used for its functional properties, such as texture enhancement and water retention, making it a crucial ingredient in multiple applications.

Market Growth Drivers:

Several key factors are driving the growth of the global Wheat Protein market, including the rising adoption of plant-based diets, increased demand for clean-label and non-GMO ingredients, and the growing application of wheat protein in food processing and sports nutrition. Additionally, wheat protein is gaining traction as a sustainable alternative to animal-based proteins, further fueling market expansion. Innovations in protein extraction technologies and the rising popularity of functional foods and nutraceuticals are also contributing to market growth.

Market Restraints:

Despite its growth potential, the Wheat Protein market faces challenges such as gluten intolerance and the rising demand for gluten-free alternatives, which could limit its adoption. Price volatility of raw materials and fluctuating wheat production due to climatic conditions also pose risks to market stability. Furthermore, competition from alternative plant-based proteins, such as soy and pea protein, may impact wheat protein market growth.

Market Opportunities:

The Wheat Protein market presents substantial opportunities, particularly in the expanding plant-based food sector. Increasing applications in processed foods, meat analogs, and sports nutrition offer new growth avenues. Additionally, advancements in wheat protein formulations to enhance its functional properties and improve digestibility are expected to drive market penetration. Strategic collaborations with food manufacturers, product diversification, and expansion into emerging markets will be crucial in capitalizing on these opportunities.

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

What are the primary factors driving global growth in the Wheat Protein market?
Which segments and regions are experiencing the highest demand for wheat protein products?
How are advancements in protein extraction and formulation impacting the competitive landscape?
Who are the key players in the Wheat Protein market, and what strategies are they employing to remain competitive?
What are the emerging trends and future outlook for the global Wheat Protein market?

Competitive Intelligence and Business Strategy:

Leading companies in the Wheat Protein market, including Archer Daniels Midland, Cargill, Incorporated, and Roquette Freres, are focusing on innovation, product diversification, and strategic partnerships to strengthen their market presence. These companies are investing in advanced protein extraction technologies, expanding production capacity, and enhancing their distribution networks to cater to the growing demand for wheat-based protein solutions. Sustainability initiatives, clean-label product offerings, and collaborations with food and beverage manufacturers are key strategies being adopted by industry leaders to gain a competitive edge.

Key Companies Profiled:

Archer Daniels Midland
Cargill, Incorporated
MGP
Roquette Freres
Tereos
Kroner-Starke
Manildra Group
Royal Ingredients Group
BENEO
Bryan W Nash & Sons Ltd.
Aminola
Sacchetto SpA

Wheat Protein Industry Research by Category:

By Nature:

Organic
Conventional

By Form:

Wheat Protein Isolates
Concentrate Wheat Protein
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

By Application:

Food
Animal Feed
Sports Nutrition & Weight Management
Nutraceuticals
Cosmetics
Others

By Region:

North America
Latin America
Europe
South Asia & Pacific
East Asia
Middle East & Africa

Product Code: PMRREP28564

1. Executive Summary

1.1. Global Market Outlook
1.2. Demand Side Trends
1.3. Supply Side Trends
1.4. Technology Roadmap
1.5. Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Overview

2.1. Market Coverage / Taxonomy
2.2. Market Definition / Scope / Limitations

3. Key Market Trends

3.1. Key Trends Impacting the Market
3.2. Product Innovation / Development Trends

4. Key Success Factors

4.1. Product Adoption / Usage Analysis
4.2. Product USPs / Features
4.3. Strategic Promotional Strategies

5. GlobalWheat Protein Market Demand Analysis 2019-2032

5.1. Historical Market Volume (Tons) Analysis, 2019-2024
5.2. Current and Future Market Volume (Tons) Projections, 2025-2032

6. Global Wheat Protein Market - Pricing Analysis

6.1. Regional Pricing Trend Analysis, 2025
6.2. Global Average Pricing Analysis Benchmark

7. Global Wheat Protein Market Demand (in Value or Size in US$ Mn) Analysis 2019-2032

7.1. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis, 2019-2024
7.2. Current and Future Market Value (US$ Mn) Projections, 2025-2032
- 7.2.1. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis
- 7.2.2. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis

8. Market Background

8.1. Macro-Economic Factors
- 8.1.1. Global GDP Growth Outlook
- 8.1.2. Global Food & Beverage industry Overview
- 8.1.3. Global GDP and Infrastructure Investment
- 8.1.4. International Trade
- 8.1.5. Global Industry Outlook
8.2. Forecast Factors - Relevance & Impact
- 8.2.1. Top Companies Historical Growth
- 8.2.2. GDP Growth forecast
- 8.2.3. Manufacturing Industry forecast
- 8.2.4. Global Urbanization Growth Outlook
- 8.2.5. Business Climate
8.3. Global Food & Beverage Industry Outlook
8.4. Global Beverage Industry Outlook
8.5. Global Organic Agriculture Land Outlook
8.6. Agriculture Value Chain
8.7. Agriculture - Transforming into High-Tech Agriculture Industry
8.8. Organic Industry Land Outlook
8.9. Protein Ingredients Industry Overview
8.10. Global Animal Feed Industry Outlook
8.11. Plant-based Food Industry - Driving Forces
8.12. Global Vegan Evolution in Food Industry
8.13. Global Cosmetics & Personal Care Industry Outlook
8.14. Agencies Involved in Research of Protein Ingredients
8.15. Key Regulations - Labeling & Certifications
8.16. Global Production Analysis of Wheat
8.17. Export/Import Trade Analysis of Wheat
8.18. Vegetable Protein Manufacturing Solutions
8.19. Protein Concentrate Extraction Process
8.20. Protein Isolate Extraction Process
8.21. Industry Value and Supply Chain Analysis
- 8.21.1. Profit Margin Analysis at each point of sales
  - 8.21.1.1. Wheat Protein Processors
  - 8.21.1.2. Distributors/Suppliers/Wholesalers
  - 8.21.1.3. Traders/Retailers
  - 8.21.1.4. End-Users
8.22. Market Dynamics
- 8.22.1. Drivers
- 8.22.2. Restraints
- 8.22.3. Opportunity Analysis
8.23. Global Supply Demand Analysis

9. Global Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032, By Nature

9.1. Introduction / Key Findings
9.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis By Nature, 2019-2024
9.3. Current and Future Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast By Nature, 2025-2032
- 9.3.1. Organic
- 9.3.2. Conventional
9.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Nature

10. Global Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032, By Type

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis By Type, 2019-2024
10.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast By Type, 2025-2032
- 10.3.1. Wheat Protein Isolates
- 10.3.2. Concentrate Wheat Protein
- 10.3.3. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
10.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Type

11. Global Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032, by Application

11.1. Introduction / Key Findings
11.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis By Application, 2019-2024
11.3. Current and Future Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 11.3.1. Food & Beverages
  - 11.3.1.1. Bakery
  - 11.3.1.2. Cereals & Snacks
  - 11.3.1.3. Processed Meat & Sea Food
  - 11.3.1.4. Sauces, dressings & soups
  - 11.3.1.5. Meat Analogue
- 11.3.2. Animal Feed
- 11.3.3. Sports Nutrition & Weight management
- 11.3.4. Nutraceuticals
- 11.3.5. Cosmetics
- 11.3.6. Others
11.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Application

12. Global Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032, by Region

12.1. Introduction
12.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis By Region, 2019-2024
12.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast By Region, 2025-2032
- 12.3.1. North America
- 12.3.2. Latin America
- 12.3.3. Europe
- 12.3.4. South Asia and Pacific
- 12.3.5. East Asia
- 12.3.6. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
12.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Region

13. North America Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032

13.1. Introduction
13.2. Pricing Analysis
13.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019-2024
13.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2025-2032
- 13.4.1. By Country
  - 13.4.1.1. U.S.
  - 13.4.1.2. Canada
- 13.4.2. By Nature
- 13.4.3. By Type
- 13.4.4. By Application
13.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 13.5.1. By Country
- 13.5.2. By Nature
- 13.5.3. By Type
- 13.5.4. By Application
13.6. Market Trends
13.7. Drivers and Restraints - Impact Analysis

14. Latin America Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032

14.1. Introduction
14.2. Pricing Analysis
14.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019-2024
14.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2025-2032
- 14.4.1. By Country
  - 14.4.1.1. Brazil
  - 14.4.1.2. Mexico
  - 14.4.1.3. Argentina
  - 14.4.1.4. Rest of Latin America
- 14.4.2. By Nature
- 14.4.3. By Type
- 14.4.4. By Application
14.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 14.5.1. By Country
- 14.5.2. By Nature
- 14.5.3. By Type
- 14.5.4. By Application
14.6. Market Trends
14.7. Drivers and Restraints - Impact Analysis

15. Europe Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032

15.1. Introduction
15.2. Pricing Analysis
15.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019-2024
15.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2025-2032
- 15.4.1. By Country
  - 15.4.1.1. Germany
  - 15.4.1.2. Italy
  - 15.4.1.3. France
  - 15.4.1.4. U.K.
  - 15.4.1.5. Spain
  - 15.4.1.6. BENELUX
  - 15.4.1.7. Russia
  - 15.4.1.8. Poland
  - 15.4.1.9. Rest of Europe
- 15.4.2. By Nature
- 15.4.3. By Type
- 15.4.4. By Application
15.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 15.5.1. By Country
- 15.5.2. By Nature
- 15.5.3. By Type
- 15.5.4. By Application
15.6. Market Trends
15.7. Drivers and Restraints - Impact Analysis

16. South Asia and Pacific Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032

16.1. Introduction
16.2. Pricing Analysis
16.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019-2024
16.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2025-2032
- 16.4.1. By Country
  - 16.4.1.1. India
  - 16.4.1.2. ASEAN
  - 16.4.1.3. Oceania (Australia & New Zealand)
  - 16.4.1.4. Rest of South Asia & Pacific
- 16.4.2. By Nature
- 16.4.3. By Type
- 16.4.4. By Application
16.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 16.5.1. By Country
- 16.5.2. By Nature
- 16.5.3. By Type
- 16.5.4. By Application
16.6. Market Trends
16.7. Drivers and Restraints - Impact Analysis

17. East Asia Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032

17.1. Introduction
17.2. Pricing Analysis
17.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019-2024
17.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2025-2032
- 17.4.1. By Country
  - 17.4.1.1. China
  - 17.4.1.2. Japan
  - 17.4.1.3. South Korea
- 17.4.2. By Nature
- 17.4.3. By Type
- 17.4.4. By Application
17.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 17.5.1. By Country
- 17.5.2. By Nature
- 17.5.3. By Type
- 17.5.4. By Application
17.6. Market Trends
17.7. Drivers and Restraints - Impact Analysis

18. Middle East and Africa Wheat Protein Market Analysis 2019-2032

18.1. Introduction
18.2. Pricing Analysis
18.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019-2024
18.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2025-2032
- 18.4.1. By Country
  - 18.4.1.1. GCC Countries
  - 18.4.1.2. South Africa
  - 18.4.1.3. Rest of Middle East and Africa
- 18.4.2. By Nature
- 18.4.3. By Type
- 18.4.4. By Application
18.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 18.5.1. By Country
- 18.5.2. By Nature
- 18.5.3. By Type
- 18.5.4. By Application
18.6. Market Trends
18.7. Key Market Participants - Intensity Mapping
18.8. Drivers and Restraints - Impact Analysis

19. Country Wise Wheat Protein Market Analysis, 2025

19.1. Introduction
- 19.1.1. Market Value Proportion Analysis, By Key Countries
- 19.1.2. Global Vs. Country Growth Comparison
19.2. U.S. Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.2.1. By Nature
- 19.2.2. By Type
- 19.2.3. By Application
19.3. Canada Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.3.1. By Nature
- 19.3.2. By Type
- 19.3.3. By Application
19.4. Mexico Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.4.1. By Nature
- 19.4.2. By Type
- 19.4.3. By Application
19.5. Brazil Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.5.1. By Nature
- 19.5.2. By Type
- 19.5.3. By Application
19.6. Argentina Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.6.1. By Nature
- 19.6.2. By Type
- 19.6.3. By Application
19.7. Germany Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.7.1. By Nature
- 19.7.2. By Type
- 19.7.3. By Application
19.8. Italy Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.8.1. By Nature
- 19.8.2. By Type
- 19.8.3. By Application
19.9. France Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.9.1. By Nature
- 19.9.2. By Type
- 19.9.3. By Application
19.10. U.K. Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.10.1. By Nature
- 19.10.2. By Type
- 19.10.3. By Application
19.11. Spain Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.11.1. By Nature
- 19.11.2. By Type
- 19.11.3. By Application
19.12. Poland Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.12.1. By Nature
- 19.12.2. By Type
- 19.12.3. By Application
19.13. Russia Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.13.1. By Nature
- 19.13.2. By Type
- 19.13.3. By Application
19.14. China Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.14.1. By Nature
- 19.14.2. By Type
- 19.14.3. By Application
19.15. Japan Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.15.1. By Nature
- 19.15.2. By Type
- 19.15.3. By Application
19.16. S. Korea Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.16.1. By Nature
- 19.16.2. By Type
- 19.16.3. By Application
19.17. India Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.17.1. By Nature
- 19.17.2. By Type
- 19.17.3. By Application
19.18. Turkey Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.18.1. By Nature
- 19.18.2. By Type
- 19.18.3. By Application
19.19. South Africa Wheat Protein Market Analysis
- 19.19.1. By Nature
- 19.19.2. By Type
- 19.19.3. By Application

20. Market Structure Analysis

20.1. Market Analysis by Tier of Companies (Wheat Protein)
20.2. Market Share Analysis of Top Players
20.3. Market Presence Analysis

21. Competition Analysis

21.1. Competition Dashboard
21.2. Competition Benchmarking
21.3. Competition Deep Dive
- 21.3.1. Cargill, Incorporated
  - 21.3.1.1. Overview
  - 21.3.1.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.1.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.1.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.1.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.2. Archer Daniels Midland
  - 21.3.2.1. Overview
  - 21.3.2.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.2.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.2.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.2.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.3. MGP
  - 21.3.3.1. Overview
  - 21.3.3.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.3.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.3.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.3.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.4. Roquette Freres
  - 21.3.4.1. Overview
  - 21.3.4.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.4.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.4.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.4.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.5. Tereos
  - 21.3.5.1. Overview
  - 21.3.5.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.5.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.5.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.5.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.6. Kroner-Starke
  - 21.3.6.1. Overview
  - 21.3.6.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.6.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.6.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.6.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.7. Manildra Group
  - 21.3.7.1. Overview
  - 21.3.7.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.7.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.7.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.7.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.8. Royal Ingredients Group
  - 21.3.8.1. Overview
  - 21.3.8.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.8.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.8.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.8.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.9. BENEO
  - 21.3.9.1. Overview
  - 21.3.9.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.9.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.9.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.9.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.10. Bryan W Nash & Sons Ltd.
  - 21.3.10.1. Overview
  - 21.3.10.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.10.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.10.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.10.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.11. Aminola
  - 21.3.11.1. Overview
  - 21.3.11.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.11.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.11.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.11.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.12. Sacchetto SpA
  - 21.3.12.1. Overview
  - 21.3.12.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.12.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.12.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.12.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.13. GC Ingredients Inc.
  - 21.3.13.1. Overview
  - 21.3.13.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.13.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.13.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.13.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.14. Meelunie B.V
  - 21.3.14.1. Overview
  - 21.3.14.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.14.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.14.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.14.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.15. AminoSib
  - 21.3.15.1. Overview
  - 21.3.15.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.15.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.15.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.15.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.16. Glico Nutrition Co., Ltd.
  - 21.3.16.1. Overview
  - 21.3.16.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.16.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.16.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.16.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.17. KELISEMA
  - 21.3.17.1. Overview
  - 21.3.17.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.17.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.17.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.17.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.18. Blattmann Schweiz AG
  - 21.3.18.1. Overview
  - 21.3.18.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.18.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.18.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.18.5. Strategy Overview
- 21.3.19. Others (on Additional Request)
  - 21.3.19.1. Overview
  - 21.3.19.2. Product Portfolio
  - 21.3.19.3. Profitability by Market Segments (Product/Channel/Region)
  - 21.3.19.4. Sales Footprint
  - 21.3.19.5. Strategy Overview

Wheat Protein Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025 - 2032