Market Trends of China Starch Derivatives Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the China Starch Derivatives Market according to our research experts:
Modified Starch is Modified Starch is Driving the Overall Market For Starch Derivatives
The food and beverage industry accounts for the largest market share. Both modified starch and starch derivative products are used tremendously in the food and confectionary industry. Growth in functional food products, clean label demand, and achieving cost reduction in the production process are the major factors driving the applications of modified starch in the food industry. The paradigm shift of consumers toward low-calorie food products is yet another factor that has resulted in the number of food and beverage processing companies to incorporate modified starch to meet the propelling demand the functional/low-calorie food product.
Growing Application in Food and Beverage
Starch derivates have several applications in the food and beverage sector. Both modified and unmodified starches can act as gelling agents in confectionery applications. Several gelling starches (derived from maize and potato) are being used to partly replace/complement gelatin in gummy-type candies, in which a softer, less chewy/elastic consistency is wanted. Starches and starch-based offerings are also being used to texturize chewy-type candy. Resistant or indigestible starch is emerging as a functional ingredient in processed food products, due to its functionality that includes acting as a soluble fiber, which can be added to a number of foods to improve the texture and decrease the rate at which sugar enters the blood from digestion.
