Wheat Gluten Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 8.21 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Wheat Gluten Market Analysis
The Global Wheat Gluten Market is projected to register a CAGR of 8.21% over the next five years.
The demand for wheat gluten is increasing due to the change in the consumer's eating habits. Health issues and disorders such as diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, etc., are increasing rapidly in all age groups. Due to obesity, children and young individuals are suffering from early health issues. Obesity can be the reason for heart attack, organ failure, etc. According to NHS Digital data from 2021, 25% of men and 26% of women in England are obese. Due to increasing awareness about healthy living and nutritional food, consumers prefer organic, and natural food: health-conscious consumers prefer fat-free and sugar-free products. Wheat gluten is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, which is important in dietary food. Wheat gluten is used as an alternative to soy-based food and meat. Wheat gluten is widely used in bakery and confectionery products. The demand for wheat gluten is increasing as it is used in frozen food, and frozen food is required on a large scale by all employees and students who live away from home. It is used in animal feed as it is a rich source of nutrients that are required by animals.
Concern about animal welfare and the number of individuals having lactose intolerance is increasing rapidly, due to which consumers are becoming vegan and vegetarian. Consumers are increasing rapidly across the world who prefer a vegan diet and products. A variety of products and flavors are available in a vegan product which attracts consumers to vegan products. The increase in the consumption of vegan products is boosting the growth of the wheat gluten market. The increasing inclination toward high-protein diets and changing lifestyles are expected to drive the growth of the market in the coming years. Consumers suffering from lactose intolerance and increased demand for high-fiber Foods among consumers act as the key factors driving the demand for wheat gluten in the global market. The increasing use of wheat gluten in bakery and confectionery followed by supplements is expected to drive the growth of wheat gluten in the global market.
Wheat Gluten Market Trends
Consumers Inclination Towards Healthy and Organic Food
Due to changing lifestyles and hectic work schedules, people are not able to maintain their health, so people are shifting their preference toward healthy and organic food. Moreover, with the growth in the research and development for plant-based protein and the rise in the consumption of vegan food, this population is further anticipated to propel the growth of the wheat gluten market. Primary in the United States, and Canada, increased the consumption of RTE food products. The change in the diet leads to increased adoption of vegan food products for nutritional gains. Increased awareness among health-consciousness consumers of the health benefits is increasing demand for organic nutritional supplements for products with a high concentration of wheat proteins.
North America Dominates the Market
North America dominates the wheat gluten market due to the rise in the vegan population. In countries such as the United States and Mexico, the plenty of applications in the food industry and the increase in the need for fiber foods among health-conscious people will boost the growth of the wheat gluten market in the region during the forecast period. There is a significant amount of growth in the wheat gluten market due to the rise in the need for meat-free diets and a change in consumer choice for healthy food options. Wheat gluten is also gaining a place of prominence in the diets of bodybuilders and athletes who suffer from celiac disease or gastric and bloating problems. With sustained demand for wheat gluten ascending from numerous end users, manufacturers are evincing interest in manufacturing clean-label and organic products to improve their sales prospects. In September 2021, Ardent Mills acquired Firebird Artisan Mills. This company is specialized in milling gluten-free specialty grains and pulses.
Wheat Gluten Industry Overview
The wheat gluten market is competitive due to the presence of the major players. Some of the major players in the market are Pioneer Industries Limited, Royal Ingredients Group, Cargill Inc., MGP Ingredients, and Ardent Mills LLC among others. The increasing demand for wheat gluten and the growing number of manufacturers worldwide are the reasons for increasing the competitive level in the market. Manufacturers are embarking on mergers and acquisitions and investment in research & development as some of their key strategies to achieve market share and expand their offerings respectively. To save their position in the wheat gluten system market, manufacturers are producing unique & innovative products in the market with attractive offerings.
Wheat Gluten Market Leaders
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Pioneer Industries Limited
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Cargill Inc
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Ardent Mills LLC
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MGP Ingredients
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Royal Ingredients Group
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Wheat Gluten Market News
- In March 2022, Lantmännen Biorefinaries launched gluten-free wheat starch from Autumn wheat harvested in Sweden. The product is a fine white powder with a neutral taste that contains about 0.35% gluten protein. The product is launched for its use in bakery products.
- In February 2022, PureField Ingredients announced that it has expanded its wheat protein manufacturing facility in Russell, Kansas. The company expanded its production capacity to 50% to meet the growing demand for sustainable wheat protein.
- In December 2021, ICM Inc partnered with Summit Agricultural Group to build wheat a protein ingredient plant in Phillipsburg, Kan. The Summit Agricultural Group produces wheat gluten ingredients for use in food and specialty feed products.
Wheat Gluten Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Drivers
- 4.2 Market Restraints
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4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 Form
- 5.1.1 Liquid
- 5.1.2 Powder
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5.2 Application
- 5.2.1 Bakery & confectionery
- 5.2.2 Supplements
- 5.2.3 Animal feed
- 5.2.4 Others
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5.3 Geography
- 5.3.1 North America
- 5.3.1.1 United States
- 5.3.1.2 Canada
- 5.3.1.3 Mexico
- 5.3.1.4 Rest of North America
- 5.3.2 Europe
- 5.3.2.1 United Kingdom
- 5.3.2.2 Germany
- 5.3.2.3 France
- 5.3.2.4 Russia
- 5.3.2.5 Italy
- 5.3.2.6 Spain
- 5.3.2.7 Rest of Europe
- 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.3.1 India
- 5.3.3.2 China
- 5.3.3.3 Japan
- 5.3.3.4 Australia
- 5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.4 South America
- 5.3.4.1 Brazil
- 5.3.4.2 Argentina
- 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America
- 5.3.5 Middle-East & Africa
- 5.3.5.1 South Africa
- 5.3.5.2 Saudi Arabia
- 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle-East & Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
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6.3 Company Profiles
- 6.3.1 Cargill Inc
- 6.3.2 Pioneer Industries Limited
- 6.3.3 Ardent Mills LLC
- 6.3.4 Royal Ingredients Group
- 6.3.5 MGP Ingredients
- 6.3.6 Sungold Corporation
- 6.3.7 Bryan W. Nash & Sons Limited
- 6.3.8 Tereos
- 6.3.9 Anhui Ante Food
- 6.3.10 Crespel & Deiters GmbH
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
** Subject To AvailablityWheat Gluten Industry Segmentation
Wheat gluten is composed of mainly two types of proteins, i.e., glutenins and gliadins. The wheat gluten market is segmented by form into liquid and powder, and by application, the market is segmented into bakery & confectionery, supplements, animal feed, and others. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (in USD million).
| Form | Liquid | |
| Powder | ||
| Application | Bakery & confectionery | |
| Supplements | ||
| Animal feed | ||
| Others | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Rest of North America | ||
| Geography | Europe | United Kingdom |
| Germany | ||
| France | ||
| Russia | ||
| Italy | ||
| Spain | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | India |
| China | ||
| Japan | ||
| Australia | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Geography | Middle-East & Africa | South Africa |
| Saudi Arabia | ||
| Rest of Middle-East & Africa |
Wheat Gluten Market Research FAQs
What is the current Wheat Gluten Market size?
The Wheat Gluten Market is projected to register a CAGR of 8.21% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Wheat Gluten Market?
Pioneer Industries Limited, Cargill Inc, Ardent Mills LLC, MGP Ingredients and Royal Ingredients Group are the major companies operating in the Wheat Gluten Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Wheat Gluten Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Wheat Gluten Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Wheat Gluten Market.
What years does this Wheat Gluten Market cover?
The report covers the Wheat Gluten Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Wheat Gluten Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Wheat Gluten Industry Report
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