Cold Water Swelling Starch Market

Global Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Outlook for 2024 to 2034

The cold water swelling starch market is estimated to be valued at USD 655.81 million in 2024. Compared to conventional starches, which are processed with hot water, cold water swelling starch manufacturing requires less energy, making it a suitable eco-friendly alternative.

The demand for cold water swelling starch is predicted to record a modest CAGR of 6.7% between 2024 and 2034. The total valuation of the cold water swelling starch industry is set to reach USD 1,248.81 million by 2034.

Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Trends & Analysis

• Cold water swelling starch has accrued more popularity due to the growing need for eco-friendly and biodegradable starch alternatives for traditional starches. This shift in consumer preference is also in line with imposed sustainability objectives on the industries both for the production and application of starch.
• Functional starch use in the food industry has increased tremendously for thickening, stabilizing, and improving the texture of food items, among other uses. So, the need for cold water starch to be applied without the need for energy-intensive heating procedures is likely to surge with the expansion of economic or low-budget food preparation and processing industries.
• The textile industry is a prominent end-user of starch-based binders for finishing and sizing procedures. The need for cold-water-soluble polymers has increased significantly in the textile industry due to more production of synthetic textiles that don't require high-temperature processing.

Report Attribute	Details
Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Revenue (2024)	USD 655.81 million
Market Anticipated Forecast Value (2034)	USD 1,248.81 million
Market Projected Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	6.7% CAGR

Global Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Analysis during Historical Period from 2019 to 2023 Compared to Forecast Outlook for 2024 to 2034

According to market survey reports, the total cold water swelling starch sales was roughly USD 480 million in 2019. However, it retained a lucrative annual growth rate of 6.4% in the following years despite witnessing a challenging phase between 2020 and 2021. The stagnation of trade channels for excess farm products, such as corn and cassava, that are used in making starch, could explain the market's resilience during the pandemic.

Historical Market CAGR (2019 to 2023)	6.4%
Forecasted Market CAGR (2024 to 2034)	6.7%

Prominent Factors for the Global Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Growth

As food processing and packaging enterprises expand fast and become more industrialized, starch producers are witnessing greater demand for cold-water-soluble starch in the food industry. Also, manufacturers are trying to get ideally positioned to maximize their coverage of local bakeries and street food chains, creating a sizable market for starch thickeners in food products.

Due to their adaptability, the use and scope of starch-based thickeners for coating and adhesive purposes has widened extensively in the industrial sectors. For example, the paper and packaging industries are eager to embrace cold-processed paper coating starch because of its adaptability in offering superior fiber-binding qualities and high adherence.

Country-wise Insights

The list below represents the disparate nature of different regional industrial starches' market size and growth trends. While the United States is forecast to continue its growth at a steady rate, the more prominent markets in Europe and Asia are expected to witness varying growth rates. The United Kingdom is expected to be a lucrative market owing to the soaring use of modified starch in the food industry.

Regional Market Comparison	CAGR (2024 to 2034)
United States	5.6%
Germany	3.6%
United Kingdom	8.5%
India	4.5%
China	6%

The United States Cold Swelling Starch Market Overview

Based on the numbers obtained from market surveys, the United States is the leading consumer of cold water swelling starch in North America. Notable reasons that are expected to drive this regional market with a lucrative CAGR of 5.6% over the projected years include:

• Constant research and development work by the regional industries to produce better starch derivatives has advanced the United States market.
• To increase the export of native starch, manufacturers are adding new varieties of modified starch with hydrocolloid qualities to their modified food starch lineups.
• The biodegradable nature of cold water instant starch aligns with stringent waste reduction initiatives and regulations in the country.

Pregelatinized Starch Manufacturers in China are Targeting Other Asian Countries

As per the market estimates, China is expected to retain its dominance in cold water starch production in Asia. A few key factors that are expected to aid the regional market at a CAGR of 6% through the projected years include:

• The simplicity of the cold water swelling process appeals to firms in China that are searching for affordable and practical solutions.
• China's cold water swelling starch manufacturers are witnessing a remarkable transformation to suit their product lines in the paper, textile, and food industries.
• Chinese manufacturers also focus on industry-specific formulations to enhance product demand and appeal from adjacent industrializing economies.

Category-wise Insights

Instant Dessert Lovers Demand their Starch Gelatinization in Cold Water

Among the different applications of modified starches in the food industry, the use of cold water starch in instant dessert preparation is estimated to account for one-fourth of the market share in 2024.

Attributes	Details
Top Application Type or Segment	Instant Dessert
Total Market Share in 2024	25%

Some underlying factors that are expected to impact the market segment for cold water swelling starch thickeners in food products, particularly in instant desserts, include:

• The better solubility of starch in cold water makes it very suitable for making instant desserts and sweets served chilled or frozen.
• As consumers have become more conscious of ingredients in packaged food products, instant food, and dessert premix suppliers are shifting toward clean-label starches.

Potato Starch and Cornstarch are the Preferred Product or Source Segments

Based on different sources of starches, potato is estimated to be used for 56.4% of the total production in 2024, followed by corn.

Attributes	Details
Top Source Type or Segment	Potato Starch
Total Market Share in 2024	56.5%

A few central factors that have boosted the cold water swelling potato starch market segment include:

• Global industry participants have been forced to look for alternatives to native tapioca starch or cassava starch as its production is typically limited in South American countries.
• The widespread cultivation of potatoes and their higher yield makes them a reliable source of gluten-free starch or hydrocolloids in the food industry.

Competitive Landscape

The overall competition in the market was moderate until the roll-dried and cold water swelling starches production, which was mainly used as ingredients for food and beverages. Many traditional heat-processed gelling agent manufacturers are trying to reach a larger market through diversification and have escalated the competition.

Recent Developments in the Industry

• In December 2020, Cargill Inc. announced that it would increase the cold water swelling starch production capacity at its Indonesian Pandaan facility by twofold. The firm decided to go for this investment to better meet the demands of its clients who want to utilize best-in-class instant starch solutions in their products. The Pandaan facility started producing CWSS in 2017, and now it has become a reliable source of cold water starch for many Asian industries.
• In May 2021, Ingredion, Inc. introduced its functional, waxy, cold-water-swelling maize clean-label starch with a medium process tolerance. The company designated this novel production line as NOVATION Lumina 4600, and it offers a clean flavor and color character along with viscosity without heating or glossiness. The firm further claims that compared to drum-dried starches, cold water swelling starches can offer better texture stability, particularly in delicate applications.

Key Players Profiled in the Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Report

• Cargill Inc.
• Ingredion Inc.
• AVEBE U. A.
• Tate & Lyle
• ADM Co.
• KMC
• Roquette
• Grain Processing Corporation

Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Report Scope

Attribute	Details
Estimated Market Size (2024)	USD 655.81 million
Projected Market Size (2034)	USD 1,248.81 million
Anticipated Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	6.7% CAGR
Forecast Period	2024 to 2034
Historical Data Available for	2019 to 2023
Market Analysis	USD million or billion for Value and Units for Volume
Key Regions Covered	North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa (MEA), East Asia, South Asia and Oceania
Key Countries Covered	United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, United Kingdom, Russia, China, India, Australia & New Zealand, GCC Countries, and South Africa
Key Segments Covered	By Form, By Source, By Process, By Application, and By Region
Key Companies Profiled	Cargill Inc.; Ingredion Inc.; AVEBE U. A.; Tate & Lyle; ADM Co.; KMC; Roquette; Grain Processing Corporation
Report Coverage	Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives
Customization & Pricing	Available upon Request

Key Segments Covered by Cold Water Swelling Starch Industry Survey Report

By Form:

• Granular
• Pregelatinized
• Powder

By Source:

• Banana Starch
• Chickpeas Starch
• Potato Starch
• Corn Starch
• Cassava Starch
• Tapioca Starch
• Rice Starch
• Wheat Starch
• Other Sources

By Application:

• Food
• Clinical Nursing Homes to Thicken Foods
• Dairy
• Bakery
• Convenience
• Ready-to-eat or Instant Dessert
• Snacks
• Edible Fillings
• Pharmaceutical
• Textile Sizing
• Adhesive Making
• Other Applications

By Process:

• Spray cooking
• Drum-Dried

By Region:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• East Asia
• South Asia and Pacific
• The Middle East and Africa (MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

What Big Is the Global Cold Water Swelling Starch Market Currently?

The cold water swelling starch market value to be USD 655.81 million in 2024.

What is the Growth Outlook of the Cold Water Swelling Starch Market?

The cold water swelling starch market is to grow at 6.7% during the forecast period.

What is the Projected Value of the Cold Water Swelling Starch Market by 2033?

The cold water swelling starch market is to be valued at USD 1,248.81 million by 2034.

Which Country Dominates the Global Cold Water Swelling Starch Market?

The United States is currently the leading consumer of cold water swelling starch.

Which Regional Cold Water Swelling Starch Market is Growing Fast?

The United Kingdom is to witness an 8.5% CAGR in overall sales through 2034.