Summary

The Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market is valued at approximately USD 6.11 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 4.30% over the forecast period 2025-2035. As the global shift toward bioprocessing and sustainable production gains momentum, enzymes derived from biological sources have emerged as catalysts transforming the landscape of starch conversion and alcohol fermentation. Alcohol and starch/sugar enzymes—such as amylase, glucoamylase, and invertase—are integral in breaking down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars, facilitating efficient alcohol production and sugar extraction. These enzyme-based innovations are increasingly relied upon in industries ranging from brewing and food processing to textiles and biofuels, where efficiency, precision, and eco-friendliness are paramount.
The market’s growth trajectory is significantly bolstered by the escalating demand for bioethanol and sustainable fuel alternatives, combined with increasing pressure on industrial sectors to reduce carbon emissions. Enzymatic processes offer an environmentally benign approach to traditional chemical methods, which aligns seamlessly with global ESG mandates. In parallel, industries such as brewing are continuously innovating with specialty enzymes to improve yield, flavor profiles, and processing time. For instance, glucoamylase is seeing widespread adoption in biofuel manufacturing, while xylanase and cellulase are gaining momentum in starch processing and textile refinement. Moreover, the expanding availability of genetically modified microbial strains and enzyme engineering techniques is further elevating performance benchmarks in both yield and specificity.
Regionally, North America leads the global enzyme market, underpinned by robust investments in renewable energy, well-established brewing infrastructure, and advanced biotechnology R&D facilities. The United States continues to be a hotbed for biofuel production, thus catalyzing the uptake of starch/sugar enzymes in the energy sector. Meanwhile, Europe remains a key region with strong regulatory incentives around clean energy and sustainable manufacturing, particularly in Germany and France. However, the Asia Pacific region is expected to chart the fastest growth path through 2035, driven by burgeoning food and beverage sectors in India and China, rising ethanol mandates, and rapid industrialization. Growing consumer preference for enzyme-treated food products and aggressive expansion of bio-refineries further amplify the region’s attractiveness for market players.
Major market player included in this report are:
• BASF SE
• Novozymes A/S
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Associated British Foods plc
• Henan Jindan Lactic Acid Technology Co., Ltd.
• DSM-Firmenich
• Enmex
• Advanced Enzyme Technologies
• AB Enzymes GmbH
• Amano Enzyme Inc.
• Sunson Industry Group Co., Ltd.
• Biocatalysts Ltd.
• Kerry Group PLC
• Chr. Hansen Holding A/S
• Lallemand Inc.
Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
• Customization Scope – Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts’ working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Enzyme Type:
• Amylase
• Glucoamylase
• Invertase
• Cellulase
• Xylanase
By Application:
• Brewing
• Biofuel Production
• Starch Processing
• Food Industry
• Textile Industry
By Source:
• Bacteria
• Fungi
• Yeasts
By Form:
• Liquid
• Powder
By Grade:
• Food Grade
• Industrial Grade
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Report Scope & Methodology
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
 1.2.1. Forecast Model
 1.2.2. Desk Research
 1.2.3. Top Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
 1.4.1. Market Definition
 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumption
 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
 1.5.2. Limitations
 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. Key Findings
Chapter 3. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Forces Analysis
3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market (2024–2035)
3.2. Drivers
 3.2.1. Rising demand for bioethanol and clean fuel alternatives
 3.2.2. Growing adoption of enzymatic processes in the food and beverage sector
 3.2.3. Advancements in enzyme engineering and microbial strain development
3.3. Restraints
 3.3.1. High cost of enzyme production and formulation
 3.3.2. Limited awareness in emerging markets
3.4. Opportunities
 3.4.1. Expanding industrial applications in textiles and biorefineries
 3.4.2. Rising ethanol mandates and investments in renewable energy
Chapter 4. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s 5 Forces Model
 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyer
 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Supplier
 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter’s 5 Force Forecast Model (2024–2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
 4.3.1. Political
 4.3.2. Economical
 4.3.3. Social
 4.3.4. Technological
 4.3.5. Environmental
 4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024–2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Size & Forecasts by Enzyme Type 2025–2035
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Amylase
 5.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
 5.2.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
5.3. Glucoamylase
5.4. Invertase
5.5. Cellulase
5.6. Xylanase
Chapter 6. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025–2035
6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Brewing
6.3. Biofuel Production
6.4. Starch Processing
6.5. Food Industry
6.6. Textile Industry
Chapter 7. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Size & Forecasts by Source 2025–2035
7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Bacteria
7.3. Fungi
7.4. Yeasts
Chapter 8. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Size & Forecasts by Form 2025–2035
8.1. Market Overview
8.2. Liquid
8.3. Powder
Chapter 9. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Size & Forecasts by Grade 2025–2035
9.1. Market Overview
9.2. Food Grade
9.3. Industrial Grade
Chapter 10. Global Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025–2035
10.1. Regional Market Snapshot
10.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
10.3. North America Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market
 10.3.1. U.S.
 10.3.2. Canada
10.4. Europe Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market
 10.4.1. UK
 10.4.2. Germany
 10.4.3. France
 10.4.4. Spain
 10.4.5. Italy
 10.4.6. Rest of Europe
10.5. Asia Pacific Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market
 10.5.1. China
 10.5.2. India
 10.5.3. Japan
 10.5.4. Australia
 10.5.5. South Korea
 10.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
10.6. Latin America Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market
 10.6.1. Brazil
 10.6.2. Mexico
10.7. Middle East & Africa Alcohol and Starch/Sugar Enzyme Market
 10.7.1. UAE
 10.7.2. Saudi Arabia
 10.7.3. South Africa
 10.7.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
Chapter 11. Competitive Intelligence
11.1. Top Market Strategies
11.2. BASF SE
 11.2.1. Company Overview
 11.2.2. Key Executives
 11.2.3. Company Snapshot
 11.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
 11.2.5. Product/Services Port
 11.2.6. Recent Development
 11.2.7. Market Strategies
 11.2.8. SWOT Analysis
11.3. Novozymes A/S
11.4. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
11.5. Associated British Foods plc
11.6. DSM-Firmenich
11.7. Amano Enzyme Inc.
11.8. AB Enzymes GmbH
11.9. Kerry Group PLC
11.10. Lallemand Inc.
11.11. Biocatalysts Ltd.
11.12. Advanced Enzyme Technologies
11.13. Henan Jindan Lactic Acid Technology Co., Ltd.
11.14. Enmex
11.15. Sunson Industry Group Co., Ltd.