Potato Starch Global Market Report 2025

Potato starch refers to a fine, white powder derived from the starch found in potatoes. It is extracted from the tubers by crushing them to release the starch grains, which are then dried to produce the starch. Commonly used in cooking and baking, potato starch is known for its thickening properties and is often used as a gluten-free alternative in recipes. It has a neutral flavor, making it suitable for a variety of dishes, such as sauces, soups, gravies, and baked goods.

The main types of potato starch include native starch, modified starch, and sweeteners. Native starches are plant-based substances derived from different agricultural raw materials, presenting as a white or off-white powder with a mild odor and flavor. With an energy value of 4 kcal/g (similar to other carbohydrates), potato starch, available in organic and conventional forms, is distributed through various channels, including indirect, direct, and other distribution channels. It finds utility across diverse industries such as the food industry, paper industry, chemical industry, and textile industry.

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The potato starch market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.64 billion in 2024 to $7.01 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in demand for processed food items, growing demand for gluten-free food products, increased production and export prospects, diversification of potato starch utility across various industries, emergence of modified potato starch to enhance its quality for better performance in various industrial applications.

The potato starch market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.72 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for completely plant-based food products, rising adoption of veganism globally, increasing awareness aboutThe health benefits of plant-based products, growing industrial applications, rising in gluten-free and allergen-free diets, increasing global food trade and globalization. Major trends in the forecast period include innovative non-food applications, biodegradable packaging, modified starch varieties, clean label and natural ingredients, clean label formulations.

The growing demand for ready-to-eat food products is expected to drive the expansion of the potato starch market. Ready-to-eat foods are shelf-stable and do not require refrigeration to remain bacteria-free, making them convenient for storage and use at any time. The increased willingness of consumers to spend on ready-to-eat items, such as fast food, along with limited time for home preparation due to rapid urbanization, is the key factor fueling the demand for these meals. Potato starch is commonly used in canned soups and blends, where its thickening properties, especially for fill viscosity, are utilized. Additionally, it serves as a base for gelling agents in confections, thickeners in products like pastry and pie fillings, and instant puddings. For example, in October 2023, the United States Department of Agriculture reported that the fast-food sector in Japan is expected to continue its growth trajectory, with projected sales increasing from about $26.6 billion in 2022 to approximately $28.1 billion in 2023, reflecting a growth rate of around 5.6%. Consequently, the rising demand for ready-to-eat food products is set to propel the growth of the potato starch market.

The growth of the potato starch market is further expected to be propelled by the increasing demand for retail distribution. Retail distribution involves making potato starch products, like potato starch flour, available to consumers through various retail channels, including traditional brick-and-mortar supermarkets and grocery stores. The convenience of purchasing potato starch products from these outlets contributes to their accessibility for consumers engaged in cooking and baking activities. According to the UK-based Office for National Statistics, retail sales volumes were projected to increase by 0.7% in June 2023. This rise in demand for retail distribution is a key factor driving the growth of the potato starch market.

The introduction of innovative products is a significant trend gaining traction in the potato starch market. Companies in this sector are quickly investing in the development of new products to offer consumers enhanced solutions with improved qualities. For example, in 2024, KMC Kartoffelmelcentralen Amba, a Denmark-based ingredient provider, launched its flagship ingredient, Gelamyl 625, which offers a competitive advantage through its exceptional elasticity. This product features a low drying temperature of 25°C/77°F, considerably lower than the typical 55°C/131°F found in plant-based gelling agents, thereby improving processing efficiency. The high elasticity contributes to a firmer texture, enabling confectionery manufacturers to reduce or completely replace animal-derived gelatin. Moreover, the lower drying temperature enhances energy and cost efficiency while maintaining product quality.

Major companies in the potato starch market are innovating clean label products, such as multifunctional starch, to address consumer demands for transparency and healthier ingredients. These innovations enhance product appeal by providing clean label solutions that improve texture. Multifunctional starch refers to a type of starch that performs various roles in food applications, including thickening, gelling, stabilizing, and texturizing, while also offering clean label benefits due to its natural sourcing. For example, in April 2022, Royal Avebe U.A., a starch manufacturer based in the Netherlands, introduced Etenia ES, an innovative multifunctional texturizing potato solution specifically designed for creamy dairy products. This product effectively meets the increasing consumer demand for clean-label, delicious, and guilt-free dairy options. Etenia ES provides a highly process-tolerant alternative that integrates seamlessly into existing dairy manufacturing processes.

In October 2022, AKV Langholt AmbA, a Denmark-based company specializing in potato-based starch and protein products, acquired Cargill's share in the potato starch joint venture Cargill-AKV I/S for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows AKV Langholt to take full ownership of the joint venture, enhancing its capability to produce and market cationic potato starches for the global paper industry. With this buyout, AKV Langholt has significantly expanded its product portfolio, now offering a broader range of native and modified potato starches across various industries. Cargill, Inc. is a food corporation based in the United States.

Major companies operating in the potato starch market include Cargill Incorporated, Pepees SA, Emsland Group, Sudstarke GmbH, Novidon Ltd., Ingredion Inc., AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, Cooperative AVEBE UA, AKV Langholt AmbA, Tereos Starch & Sweeteners SAS, Roquette Freres SA, Finnamyl Ltd., Manitoba Starch Inc., Tate & Lyle plc, Aloja Starkelsen SIA, KMC Ingredients, Lyckeby Starch AB, Vimal Group, Universal Starch Chem Allied Ltd., Qingdao CBH Co. Ltd., Gujarat Ambuja Exports Ltd., ShreeGluco Biotech Private Ltd., Shubham Starch Chem Pvt. Ltd., Matsutani Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Sanstar Bio-Polymers Ltd., Jay Sardar Starch & Gum Consultant, Tirupati Starch & Chemicals Ltd., Ambuja Exports Ltd., Daymer Ingredients Limited, The Wah Starch Public Company Limited

Western Europe was the largest region in the potato starch market in 2024. The regions covered in the potato starch market share report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the potato starch market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.

The potato starch market consists of sales of soups and gravies, pie fillings substances, sauces, stews and casseroles. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Potato Starch Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on potato starch market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Native Starch; Modified Starch; Sweeteners
• 2) By Nature: Organic; Conventional
• 3) By Distribution Channel: Indirect; Direct; Other Distribution Channels
• 4) By Application: Food Industry; Paper Industry; Chemical Industry; Textile Industry; Other Industries
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Native Starch: Granular Native Potato Starch; Powdered Native Potato Starch; Liquid Native Potato Starch
• 2) By Modified Starch: Physically Modified Starch; Chemically Modified Starch; Enzymatically Modified Starch
• 3) By Sweeteners: Maltodextrin; Dextrose; Fructose Syrups
• Companies Mentioned: Cargill Incorporated; Pepees SA; Emsland Group; Sudstarke GmbH; Novidon Ltd.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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