Code: MTA9803 | Publication Date: Oct 2025 |
The main drivers of this growth are the increasing adoption of wheat gluten as a plant-based protein, rising demand from the bakery and confectionery industries, and expanding use in meat alternatives, nutrition products, and functional food formulations across diverse consumer segments.
Wheat Gluten Market trends indicate increased demand for plant-based meats, where wheat gluten, due to its excellent texture and protein content, plays an important role. The demand for bakery products that contain functional proteins is driving growth in this market as well. Health-conscious consumers are interested in organic and non-GMO wheat gluten.
The trend is toward manufacturers developing formulations that improve the solubility, taste, and shelf life of products with wheat gluten. As well, the Wheat Gluten Market is seeing increased collaboration between food products and ingredients manufacturers for innovative food products that are protein-rich.
The Wheat Gluten Market developments illustrate new investments in advanced processing technologies to enhance purity and functional properties. Companies are also increasing capacity to meet growing demand from food manufacturers and brands in the sports nutrition space. Moreover, advances in producing textured wheat protein are providing new opportunities in meat analogues.
Producers are also advancing sustainability with energy efficiency of product sourcing and production, in addition to eco-friendly packaging. Expansion into developing economies, as urban consumers shift their diets to vegetarian diets, provides unique growth opportunities for wheat gluten producers.
Some of the leading companies include: