Summary

The Global Corn Wet-Milling Market is valued approximately at USD 33.04 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of 3.85% over the forecast period 2025–2035. Corn wet-milling—an indispensable cornerstone in the agribusiness value chain—acts as a conduit transforming a humble cereal grain into a multitude of high-value co-products like starches, sweeteners, oils, and feed ingredients. As global demand for processed foods, industrial chemicals, and sustainable bioproducts intensifies, corn wet-milling emerges as both a legacy process and an evolving technology. Shifting consumer expectations for traceability, food-grade purity, and clean-label formulations are pushing producers to modernize their milling practices. While legacy applications such as corn syrup and starch dominate market share, newer value-adding derivatives such as bio-based polymers, pharmaceutical binders, and functional food ingredients are forging new demand frontiers.
The market’s growth trajectory is being further catalyzed by the rising consumption of processed food & beverage products globally, along with industrial applications that demand bulk quantities of corn starch and corn oil. As emerging economies urbanize and industrialize, the demand for corn-derived ingredients is seeing unprecedented acceleration. Simultaneously, the surge in global protein consumption is pushing up demand for corn gluten meal and corn gluten feed in animal nutrition sectors. In parallel, the pharmaceutical and personal care industries are embracing corn-derived excipients and emulsifiers to cater to the rising preference for naturally sourced inputs. Moreover, the pursuit of decarbonization has inspired the use of corn starch as a bio-feedstock in biodegradable plastics and packaging materials—marking a sustainability-driven evolution in product usage.
Regionally, North America continues to hold a substantial share of the corn wet-milling market, buoyed by abundant corn production, cutting-edge processing infrastructure, and robust R&D ecosystems. The United States, in particular, benefits from vertically integrated supply chains and strong demand from both food and industrial segments. Meanwhile, Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest pace, propelled by rapid population growth, dietary diversification, and government investments in agro-industrial capacity. Countries like China and India are emerging as critical nodes, driven by their demand for functional food ingredients and animal feed. In Europe, sustainability goals and a transition toward clean-label food systems are creating a ripe environment for innovation in corn wet-milling technologies and formulations.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Cargill, Incorporated
• Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Roquette Frères
• Tate & Lyle PLC
• Agrana Beteiligungs-AG
• Bunge Limited
• Tereos Group
• Grain Processing Corporation
• Global Bio-Chem Technology Group Company Limited
• Shandong Longlive Bio-Technology Co., Ltd.
• HL Agro Products Pvt. Ltd.
• Sayaji Industries Limited
• Gujarat Ambuja Exports Limited
• Associated British Foods plc
Global Corn Wet-Milling 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 Grade:
• Food Grade
• Industrial Grade
• Pharmaceutical Grade
By Product Type:
• Corn Starch
• Corn Syrup
• Corn Oil
• Corn Gluten Feed
• Corn Gluten Meal
By Application:
• Food and Beverages
• Animal Feed
• Pharmaceuticals
• Cosmetics
• Industrial
By End-User:
• Industrial
• Commercial
• Residential
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 Corn Wet-Milling 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 Corn Wet-Milling Market Forces Analysis
3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Corn Wet-Milling Market (2024–2035)
3.2. Drivers
 3.2.1. Increasing consumption of processed food & beverage products
 3.2.2. Expansion in animal feed and pharmaceutical applications
3.3. Restraints
 3.3.1. Fluctuations in raw material (corn) prices
 3.3.2. Environmental concerns and water usage in wet milling process
3.4. Opportunities
 3.4.1. Growing demand for bio-based and biodegradable products
 3.4.2. Technological advancements in corn milling and biorefinery systems
Chapter 4. Global Corn Wet-Milling 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 Corn Wet-Milling Market Size & Forecasts by Grade 2025–2035
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Food Grade
 5.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
 5.2.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
5.3. Industrial Grade
 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
 5.3.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
5.4. Pharmaceutical Grade
 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
 5.4.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
Chapter 6. Global Corn Wet-Milling Market Size & Forecasts by Product Type 2025–2035
6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Corn Starch
 6.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
 6.2.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
6.3. Corn Syrup
6.4. Corn Oil
6.5. Corn Gluten Feed
6.6. Corn Gluten Meal
Chapter 7. Global Corn Wet-Milling Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025–2035
7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Food and Beverages
7.3. Animal Feed
7.4. Pharmaceuticals
7.5. Cosmetics
7.6. Industrial
Chapter 8. Global Corn Wet-Milling Market Size & Forecasts by End-User 2025–2035
8.1. Market Overview
8.2. Industrial
8.3. Commercial
8.4. Residential
Chapter 9. Global Corn Wet-Milling Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025–2035
9.1. Global Market, Regional Market Snapshot
9.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
9.3. North America Corn Wet-Milling Market
 9.3.1. U.S.
  9.3.1.1. Grade Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
  9.3.1.2. Product Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
 9.3.2. Canada
  9.3.2.1. Grade Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
  9.3.2.2. Product Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
9.4. Europe Corn Wet-Milling Market
 9.4.1. UK
 9.4.2. Germany
 9.4.3. France
 9.4.4. Spain
 9.4.5. Italy
 9.4.6. Rest of Europe
9.5. Asia Pacific Corn Wet-Milling Market
 9.5.1. China
 9.5.2. India
 9.5.3. Japan
 9.5.4. Australia
 9.5.5. South Korea
 9.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
9.6. Latin America Corn Wet-Milling Market
 9.6.1. Brazil
 9.6.2. Mexico
9.7. Middle East & Africa Corn Wet-Milling Market
 9.7.1. UAE
 9.7.2. Saudi Arabia
 9.7.3. South Africa
 9.7.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence
10.1. Top Market Strategies
10.2. Cargill, Incorporated
  Company Overview
  Key Executives
  Company Snapshot
  Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
  Product/Services Port
  Recent Development
  Market Strategies
  SWOT Analysis
10.3. Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
10.4. Ingredion Incorporated
10.5. Roquette Frères
10.6. Tate & Lyle PLC
10.7. Agrana Beteiligungs-AG
10.8. Bunge Limited
10.9. Tereos Group
10.10. Grain Processing Corporation
10.11. Global Bio-Chem Technology Group Company Limited
10.12. Shandong Longlive Bio-Technology Co., Ltd.
10.13. HL Agro Products Pvt. Ltd.
10.14. Sayaji Industries Limited
10.15. Gujarat Ambuja Exports Limited
10.16. Associated British Foods plc