Global Flour Market Size By Application, By Raw Material, By Technology, By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Flour Market Size And Forecast

Flour Market size was valued at USD 172,751.03 Million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 250,070.47 Million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 4.6% from 2021 to 2028.

Flour marks a very high rate of consumption as they are used in making burgers, doughnuts, cakes, and many more. Growing consumption of fast food coupled with a rapidly increasing population who are ready to spend on food due to their high-income levels is expected to propel the market growth. The Global Flour Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Flour Market Definition

Flour is a ground powder made up of grains, and it finds extensive usage in food products. Especially, bread is made of flour, which is consumed as a staple food in numerous regions. Over time, wheat flour has gained popularity in regions like Indian, Europe, Middle Eastern, North American, some African cultures, and South America. There are various types of flour like cake, bread, self-rising, whole wheat, gluten-free, and many more. The basic difference in all these types of flour is the protein content. The protein content differs in every variant. The flour is treated by enzyme, heat, protein, minerals, or water to enhance its stability and regularity. Flour is used as a vital ingredient in numerous bakery and fast-food products like pasta, noodles, bread, and breakfast cereals.

The introduction of vitamin-A in wheat flour caters to the nutritional needs of the population. Apart from this, flour is now being used for manufacturing adhesives, bioplastics, shampoos and conditioners, paper, and other products. Starch is the majority content in flour (68–76 percent). Starch is present in flour in the form of grains or granules. Some starch granules are damaged when stored in damp conditions or even during the milling process. This results in the formation of sugar that is fermented by yeast. The amount of sugar present in flour is not sufficient for proper yeast fermentation. This is the reason why dough formulas necessarily contain some source of sugar or amylase.

Global Flour Market Overview

Rising demand for ready-to-consume food products and a growing tendency to try new products are expected to fuel the market growth. Additionally, shifting taste preferences are further boosting the growth of the global Flour Market. Apart from the food and bakery industry, flour is also extensively used in manufacturing glue and bio-plastic. Also, the growing trade of flour is intensifying the market growth. Innovation and availability of various flavors are further stimulating the growth of the global Flour Market. In modern-day lifestyle the demand for types of flours in the preparation of fast foods like donuts, pizzas, burgers, and fried meat items. Flours are utilized as a vital ingredient in the cooking of bread, corn-based coating of fried food, and bakery items. Moreover, the surge in the number of fast-food restaurants is also expected to add momentum to the growth of the global Flour Market.

Burgeoning demand for newer flour-based products is expected to drive market growth. This has led to an increased demand for corn, rice, maize, and soy flours. The wide range of availability of flavors and rapid innovations in the food sector is further anticipated to drive the growth of the Flour Market. Adding on, the emerging economies where there will be more demand for ready-to-consume food products are expected to propel the market growth. However, stringent government regulations related to food processing may act as a barrier to the growth of the market. Additionally, the volatility of the supply chain, especially, amidst the pandemic coupled with constant changes in the price level may hinder the rate of market growth.

Global Flour MarketSegmentation Analysis

The Global Flour Market is Segmented on the basis of Application, Raw Material, Technology, and Geography.

Flour Market, By Application

• Bread & Bakery Products• Noodles & Pasta• Soups & Sauces• Ready to Eat Products• Non-Food Application

Based on Application, the market is bifurcated into bread & bakery products, noodles & pasta, soups & sauces, ready to eat products, and non-food application. Among these, the ready to eat products is anticipated to capture the highest market share owing to the ease of their availability and usability.

Flour Market, By Raw Material

• Soy• Wheat• Maize• Rice• Beans• Others

Based on Raw Material, the market is segmented into soy, wheat, maize, rice, beans, and others. Owing to the abundant presence of wheat, soy, and maize; they are expected to contribute notable figures to the growth of the market.

Flour Market, By Technology

• Wet technology• Dry technology

Based on Technology, the market is fragmented into wet technology and dry technology.

Flour Market, By Geography

• North America• Asia-Pacific• Europe• Rest of the World (RoW)

Based on Geography, the Global Flour Market is divided into North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the rest of the world (RoW). North America and Europe are expected to withhold notable market share owing to high consumption rates. However, Asia-Pacific is expected to showcase the highest CAGR due to the opening up of undiscovered markets in tandem with rising consumer expenditure.

Key Players

The “Global Flour Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are Cargill Incorporated, The Scoular Company, Archer Daniels Midland Company, The Hain Celestial Group, Inc, Associated British Foods plc, ConAgra Foods, Inc, General Mills, Inc, ITC Limited, Parrish and Heimbecker Ltd, The Caremoli Group, and many more.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

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