SAUDI ARABIA CORN STARCH MARKET

Saudi Arabia Corn Starch Market size reached USD 128 million in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 196 million in 2032. The market is estimated to grow at a 5.5% CAGR from 2025 to 2032 fueled by the growing food processing and rising demand from various sectors.

Major Saudi Arabia Corn Starch Market Drivers and Emerging Trends

Saudi Arabia was the 47th biggest corn starch importer with imports valued at USD 6.88 million. It is a vital element in the food sector for its ability to stabilize texture. It also contributes significantly to the consistency in convenience foods. Its capacity to improve quality and flavor has made it a crucial component in developing convenience foods.

The market is rapidly growing because it is a significant part within the agroindustrial sector. The demand has risen significantly driven by its importance in various industrial applications. The Saudi Arabia corn starch market has further experienced significant growth fueled by factors like population growth along with a shift towards convenience. The growing preference for RTE and convenient food options in modern lifestyles has further driven its significance in addressing consumer demands.

Furthermore its various applications in sectors like textiles are significantly contributing to market size growth. Corn starch has gained significant popularity in textile processing driven by its versatile characteristics and environmentally friendly properties. The need for corn starch to be an important material in many processes is growing rapidly with the modernization within the textile industry. It is highly valued in the textile sector for its importance to be a sizing agent which improves yarn stiffness during weaving.

Corn starch is also being utilized in bioethanol production which reflects the global trend toward renewable energy sources. Bioethanol emerges to be a main component in the shift to cleaner energy solutions. The need for corn starch as a critical raw material for producing bioethanol thereby continues to rise with the growing focus on sustainable practices.

Based on type the native starch segment holds a strong market position driven by its widespread use in a range of food and non-food industries. The natural properties of this versatile corn starch make it highly desirable across various industries. Its superior stabilizing and thickening properties have made it a vital component in numerous food products including sauces and baked goods. The growing preference for natural products among health conscious consumers is thereby driving the native starch segment growth. However modified starch is also experiencing rapid growth owing to its versatility and extensive use in industries like food processing. This starch is highly regarded for its superior functionalities including increased stability and thickening power which makes it ideal for manufacturers focused on improving product quality.

Based on application the food and beverage segment lead the Saudi Arabia corn starch market owing to its widespread presence in food products where it functions to be a crucial ingredient for thickening and texture enhancement. Found in numerous products like dairy items and baked goods starch is seeing growing demand since consumer preferences shift with the good and beverage industry continues to fuel significant need for corn starch.

Top Market Players

Several leading companies are BASF, ARASCO, Cargill among others. Leading companies are investing significantly in research to boost product quality while fostering environmental sustainability.

Key Developments

• • In 2024 representatives from the US Grains Council held discussions with major customers in Saudi Arabia within the animal feed and industrial starch industries to gain insight into their situations and challenges related to US corn and its by-products.

Segments covered in the Report:

The Saudi Arabia Corn Starch Market has been segmented on the basis of Type and Application. Based on Type, the market is segmented into Native Starch and Modified Starch. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Food and Beverage, Animal Feed, Pharmaceuticals, Textile, Paper and Corrugated and Other Applications.

Market Segmentation

Saudi Arabia Corn Starch Market by Type

• • Native Starch
  • Modified Starch

Saudi Arabia Corn Starch Market by Application

• • Food and Beverage
  • Animal Feed
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Textile
  • Paper and Corrugated
  • Other Applications

Saudi Arabia Corn Starch Market Leading players

• • BASF
  • ARASCO
  • Cargill