Modified starch, also termed as starch derivatives, are prepared by enzymatically, physically, or chemically treating native starch to change its characteristics. These are extensively used in the food and beverage industry as stabilizing agents, emulsifying agents or thickening agents. Owing to their partly digestible nature and superiority of being gluten-free, they offer lesser fat content than their regular counterpart.
Various Product Variants to Contribute in Substantial Demand
The major product type variants include resistant, starch esters and ethers, pre-gelatinized, cationic and others. In terms of volume, cationic starches segment is estimated to observe rapid growth in the years to come. On account of the product’s exclusive characteristics of emulsification of sizing agents and dry strength, it has extensive use in paper industry. Along with these factors, many other drainage and retention characteristics are expected to increase the product demand in the paper industry over the forecast period. Starch esters and others led the market in the forecast period owing to high demand from end users.
Positive food and beverage industry outlook in India and China will also propel the segment growth. These developing economies are also anticipated to observe a substantial growth in the pharmaceutical industry due to growing customer demand for sophisticated medicines, which will drive the demand in the forecast period.
Market Insights
Leading players operating in the modified starch market include Archer Daniels Midland Company; Agrana Beteiligungs-AG; Emsland-Starke GmbH; Avebe U.A.; Cargill, Inc.; and Global Bio-Chem Technology Group Co. Ltd. These key manufacturers also emphasis on numerous other business strategies, such as product developments, partnerships, technical collaborations, agreements, and capacity expansions to support their market place.
Cargill Inc. was among the key market player in 2016. The company offers products for personal care, beverages, food, confectionery, and snacks. In July 2015, Cargill introduced an instant modified starch named ‘C PulpTex 12931’. This product can tolerate harsh processing situations and can progress the texture in condiments, soups, and sauces.
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) offers products that are extensively used in food products mostly to increase the shelf life and in baked foods to add strength. In August 2015, ADM opened a distribution and merchandising headquarters in El Salvador and Guatemala to increase its footprint in Central America.
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