Pea starch can be distinguished from other native starches by the high amylose concentration of pea starch granules. As a result, pea starch has a high gelling ability that helps in the creation of gel in water at a considerably lower dose than other starches, making it a good gelling native starch. Pea starch is consequently regarded as an important ingredient in culinary products requiring a short, elastic texture, such as glass noodles or gummy confectionaries. Pea starch improves the texture of poultry rolls and vegetarian goods as well as meat products, thus changing the Pea Starch Market Outlook.
COVID Analysis
The overall lockdown scenario in numerous nations has had an impact on several companies, prompting a shift in activities such as supply chain operations, vendor operations, product promotion, and so on. Until yet, the disruption in the supply chain for different agricultural goods, including pea starch, has had little impact. COVID-19 has a significant impact on the Pea Starch Market Analysis, including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the rest of the world. The emergence of COVID-19 has increased the number of deaths and long-term health consequences. As a result, the government has imposed draconian lockdown measures that have affected all sections of the economy. Governments all across the world have established measures to address the many effects of COVID-19 to minimize supply chain disruptions, higher raw material prices, and severe economic ramifications for employees. The COVID-19 scenario has a substantial impact on Europe and the Asia Pacific, among other key regions. This is due to the large number of cases reported in the regions, particularly in Spain, Italy, France, and Germany in Europe, and Japan, China, and South Korea in the Asia Pacific. Companies in several nations are developing breakthrough solutions that are environmentally safe and protect Pea Starch Market Trends and pea starch end-user goods from germ contamination.
Market Dynamics
Drivers
The high nutritional content of pea starch, combined with its low-calorie composition, is encouraging diet-conscious consumers to consume more pea starch, resulting in a significant Pea Starch Market Value of the market throughout the Market Analysis period. In the textile business, pea starch is commonly used for textile sizing and cotton yarns. Because of their ease of de-sizing and diverse qualities, starches from the adhesive composition can be adjusted during the size mix process. Furthermore, pea starches are less expensive than alternatives such as corn, wheat, and potato starch, and they have chemical properties that are similar to cotton and rayon. The worldwide textile industry has expanded in recent years as a result of an abundance of raw materials such as wool, cotton, jute, and silk. Pea starch is commonly used for finishing or sizing the cloth after it has been woven, wrap sizing before weaving, and printing certain types of fabrics. It is also used in greater volumes for laundry in both residential and commercial settings. As a result, the increased use of pea starch in the textile industry is expected to fuel Pea Starch Market Growth.
Restraints
Dry peas are the primary raw source of pea starch. If production declines along a curve, the price range of pea starch may fluctuate. With raw material changes, manufacturers might move to alternative pea starch substitutes for the same functional benefits. As a result, the drop in pea starch production is a key limitation on the Pea Starch Market Size. However, starch retrogradation causes adverse effects in starch-rich foods, such as decreased shelf life, which can present considerable issues to food processors. It has a notably negative impact on bakery items, increasing crumb stiffness, affecting flavor and aroma, and causing crispiness loss. Thus, it will affect the Pea Starch Market Share.
Technology Analysis
Globally, two major trends are driving the pet food business. These are the premiumization and humanization trends. Pet humanization is a "family member" is becoming more popular among owners. As a result, there is an increase in demand for premium pet food that provides nutritional benefits, increased digestibility, and higher ingredient quality for pets. Given this shifting human preference, prominent firms such as Ingredion (US) are including pea starch as an ingredient in their products. In pet food, pea starch is a source of carbohydrates. It has thickening and gelling qualities that improve kibble palatability and quality. Pea starch is lactose-free, gluten-free, and allergen-free, as well as an efficient binder in pet food products. With an increase in pet food consumption, the need for pea starch as a key ingredient is expected to rise the Market Outlook and Pea Starch Market Trends in the coming years.
Segment Overview
The Global Pea Starch Market is further bifurcated into various segments depending on various factors to help the market to grow as per the predicted CAGR growth by the end of the forecast period in 2032. The Global Market is segmented based on the following:
Based on the Grade, the Global Market is segmented as follows:
Based on the Application, the Global Market is segmented as follows:
- Food & Beverages
- Industrial
- Pet Food
- Others
Based on the Function, the Global Market is segmented as follows:
- Binding & Thickening
- Gelling
- Film Forming
- Texturizing
- Others
Based on the region, the Global Market is segmented as follows:
North America
Europe
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- UK
- Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Australia
- Singapore
- Rest of Asia Pacific
Rest of the world
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Others
Regional Classification
The Asia Pacific region has the largest pea starch market. It is expected to grow at a rapid pace because of the increased demand from large economies like China, India, Japan, and other Southeast Asian countries. Asia is one of the world's largest pea processing regions. The pea starch market is reported to be dominated by North America and Europe. Because of rising consumer demand, European countries have seen a higher rate of traction for pea starches. Some macroeconomic factors, such as increased health awareness and per capita income, play an essential part in contributing to the market's overall growth.
Competitive Landscape
The global market is highly competitive, with numerous local and international firms vying for market share. The leading businesses are expanding their global footprints to acquire a lucrative portion of the burgeoning pea starch sector. To maintain their market positions or obtain a competitive advantage, these companies have prioritized R&D, expansion, cooperation, and innovation. The major key players in the global pea starch market are as follows:
- Emsland Group
- Roquette Freres
- Vestkorn Milling AS
- Cosucra Groupe Warconing SA
- Meelunie B.V.
- Parrish And Heimbecker Ltd.
- Puris Foods
- Yantai Oriental Protein Tech co., Ltd.
- The Scoular Company
- Axiom Foods, Inc.
- Shandong Jianyuan Group
- AGT Food and Ingredients
- Felleskjøpet Rogaland Agder
- Dakota Dry Bean
- Qingdao CBH Co., Ltd.
Recent Developments
- Cosucra has launched its second pea processing factory in Aarhus, Denmark, to assist its growth in the plant-based food area. The plant will be operated jointly by the existing owner, AABT, and Cosucra.
- Emsland Group spent more than USD 40.98 million on a new plant project to dry and modify pea and potato starch. To address the increased demand for pea starch, the new initiative would boost the production capacity of pea-based components.
Report Overview
The research provides an unbiased and in-depth analysis of the major industry trends in the pea starch market. It contains a discussion of current and historical market trends, growth potential, and difficulties, all supported by factual input. The study on the pea starch market covers three types of starches: food grade, feed grade, and industrial grade. The report evaluates the functions of pea starches such as binding and thickening agent, gelling, film making, texturizing, and others. The study on the market examines historical and current market trends, market value by segmentation and region, country-level analysis of each segment, competitive landscape, market share analysis of key players, and supply chain analysis.