Modified Starch Market
Modified starch is formed by physicochemical or morphological changes in the structure of native starch via its treatment with enzymes, alkalis, heat, and acids. Modified starch finds application in food & beverages industry and is also used in the production of noodles, biscuits, bakery products, and other convenience food products. The multifunctional properties of starch such as thickening, stabilizing, binding, and emulsifying abilities are increasing the scope of modified starch applications in various industries such as personal care, pharmaceuticals, textile, and others.
Among material type, the corn segment is expected to witness significant growth in the global modified starch market during the forecast period. Corn holds a high content of starch, comparatively, than other sources. Therefore, easy availability of corn, high content of starch in corn, and low price of corn starch is driving the market growth.
Market Dynamics
Among end-use industry, the pharmaceuticals segment is expected to account for significant market share in the global modified starch market. In 2018, the segment accounted for 12.2% share in the global modified starch market in terms of revenue. Emerging economies are also expected to witness a significant growth in the pharmaceutical industry, owing to increasing consumer demand for sophisticated medicines. This in turn is expected to propel modified starch demand over the forecast period.
Among regions, North America held dominant position in the global modified starch market, in terms of revenue share, in 2018. This is owing to increasing demand for food and dairy products and high use of modified starch in the food and beverages industry. Gelatinization, pasting, and subsequent gel properties of starch are key functional properties that determine the various applications of starch in the food industry. Asia Pacific is expected to record the fastest growth in the market over the forecast period. This is owing to increasing demand for food and beverages in the consumer goods sector in India and China. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation, The Fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector increased from US$ 31.6 billion in 2011 to US$ 52.75 billion in 2018. The sector is expected to witness a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 27.86% during the forecast period to reach US$ 103.7 billion by 2020.
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