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Rice Flour Market Research Report Information by Source (White Rice and Brown Rice), Category (Organic and Conventional), Application (Bakery & Confectionary, Breakfast Solutions, Baby Food, Sweet & Savoury Snacks and Others) Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, RoW) — Global Forecast till 2032


  • ID: MRFR/F-B & N/5976-HCR
  • | Pages: 90
  • | Author: Snehal Singh
  • | Publish Date: Sep 2025

Rice Flour Market Summary

As per Market Research Future Analysis, the global rice flour market is projected to reach USD 1090.7 Million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period. Rice flour, made by grinding rice kernels, serves as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour and is widely used in various culinary applications, including soups, sauces, and bakery products. The increasing prevalence of celiac disease and the rising adoption of gluten-free diets are key drivers of market growth. Additionally, the health benefits associated with rice flour are attracting health-conscious consumers, further boosting demand.

Key Market Trends & Highlights

The rice flour market is witnessing significant growth driven by health trends and dietary changes.

  • Projected Market Size by 2032: USD 1090.7 Million.
  • CAGR during forecast period: 7.5%.
  • Asia Pacific expected to dominate the market due to rising gluten-free diet adoption.
  • North America to hold significant market share, driven by bakery applications.

Market Size & Forecast

Market Size: USD 1090.7 Million by 2032
CAGR: 7.5%
Dominant Region: Asia Pacific
Significant Share: North America

Major Players

Associated British Foods PLC (UK), Ebro Foods, S.A. (Spain), Ingredion Incorporated (US), Archer-Daniels Midland Co. (US), Wilmar International Limited (Singapore), Bunge Ltd. (US), Whitworth Bros. Ltd. (UK), The Soufflet Group (France), Shipton Mill Ltd. (UK), KRÖNER-STÄRKE GmbH (Germany), Belourthe SA (Belgium), Bressmer & Francke (GmbH & Co.) KG (Germany), EDME Food Ingredients Limited (UK)

All these factors are expected to drive the Rice Flour Market in near future.

Rice Flour Market has been growing due to its gluten-free properties. The increasing prevalence of celiac disease and rising adoption of gluten-free diet is resulting in manufacturers substituting ingredients high in gluten with rice flour. Moreover, the health benefits of rice flour have attracted the attention of the health-conscious consumers. 

Rice Flour Market Segmentation

Rice Flour Market has been segmented by source, category and application.

By source, the global market has been classified as white rice and brown rice.

The global market has also been segregated, on the basis of category, into organic and conventional.

On the basis of application, the global market is further segmented into bakery & confectionary, breakfast cereals & premixes, baby foods, sweet & savory snacks and others.

The global market has been studied among four key regions—North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World (RoW).

The North American rice flour market has further been segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The European rice flour market has been classified as the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the Rest of Europe. The rice flour industry in Asia-Pacific has been divided into China, India, Japan, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The rice flour industry in the RoW has been segmented into South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

Regional Market Summary

Global Rice Flour Market Share (%), by Region, 2021

Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the market for rice flour during the forecast period owing to the increasing adoption of gluten-free diet. Rising incidences of gluten intolerance and celiac disease in Australia and Japan are a major driver for the growth of the global market in Asia Pacific. North America is also expected to hold a significant share of the global rice flour industry due to rising demand in bakery applications. The US and Canada are the major contributors to the growth of the North American market.

The market in Europe is projected to register a high CAGR during the forecast period with Germany and UK being the largest country-level markets for rice flour in the region. The use of rice flour in the preparation of various dishes is likely to drive market growth in the rest of the world.   

Global Rice Flour Market, by Source

Global Rice Flour Market, by Category

    • Organic
    • Conventional

Global Rice Flour Market, by Application

    • Bakery & Confectionary
    • Breakfast Cereals & Premixes
    • Sweet & Savory Snacks
    • Others

Global Rice Flour Market, by Region

    • North America
      • US
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • Europe
      • Germany
      • France
      • Italy
      • Spain
      • UK
      • Rest of Europe
    • Asia-Pacific
      • Japan
      • China
      • India
      • Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • Rest of the World (RoW)
      • South America
      • Middle East
      • Africa

Rice Flour Market Industry Developments

  • Q2 2024: Bunge Expands Rice Flour Production Capacity at U.S. Facility Bunge Limited announced the completion of a major expansion at its rice milling facility in Woodland, California, increasing rice flour production capacity to meet rising demand from food manufacturers for gluten-free and specialty flours.
  • Q1 2024: Ingredion Launches New Line of Organic Rice Flours for Clean Label Applications Ingredion Incorporated introduced a new portfolio of organic rice flours targeting the North American and European food and beverage markets, aiming to address the growing demand for clean label and allergen-free ingredients.
  • Q3 2024: Ardent Mills Acquires California-Based Rice Flour Producer, Sun Valley Rice Ardent Mills announced the acquisition of Sun Valley Rice, a leading rice flour producer, to expand its specialty flour offerings and strengthen its position in the gluten-free ingredients market.
  • Q2 2025: Thai Union Group Partners with CP Foods to Develop Sustainable Rice Flour Supply Chain Thai Union Group and CP Foods entered a strategic partnership to develop a sustainable rice flour supply chain in Southeast Asia, focusing on traceability and environmentally friendly sourcing practices.
  • Q1 2025: ADM Opens New Rice Flour Processing Plant in Vietnam Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) inaugurated a new rice flour processing facility in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to serve growing demand in the Asia-Pacific region and enhance its global specialty ingredients portfolio.
  • Q2 2024: Tilda Launches Instant Rice Flour Range for Foodservice Sector Tilda, a leading rice brand, launched a new range of instant rice flours designed for the foodservice industry, enabling chefs to create gluten-free recipes with improved texture and convenience.
  • Q4 2024: Ebro Foods Appoints New CEO to Lead Rice Flour Business Expansion Ebro Foods announced the appointment of Maria Gonzalez as CEO of its rice flour division, tasking her with driving international expansion and innovation in gluten-free product lines.
  • Q3 2025: Olam Agri Secures Multi-Year Rice Flour Supply Contract with Nestlé Olam Agri signed a multi-year contract to supply rice flour to Nestlé for use in baby food and cereal products, reflecting increased demand for allergen-free and traceable ingredients.
  • Q1 2025: Bob's Red Mill Unveils New Brown Rice Flour Product for Retail and Industrial Markets Bob's Red Mill launched a new brown rice flour product, expanding its gluten-free baking portfolio and targeting both retail consumers and food manufacturers.
  • Q2 2024: Beneo Receives EU Novel Food Approval for Enzyme-Modified Rice Flour Beneo announced it has received European Union Novel Food approval for its enzyme-modified rice flour, enabling its use in a wider range of food applications across the EU.
  • Q4 2024: Lundberg Family Farms Opens New Organic Rice Flour Mill in California Lundberg Family Farms inaugurated a new organic rice flour milling facility in California, increasing its production capacity to meet growing demand for organic and gluten-free ingredients.
  • Q3 2025: SunOpta Announces $30 Million Investment in Rice Flour Production Expansion SunOpta Inc. disclosed a $30 million investment to expand rice flour production at its Minnesota facility, aiming to support growth in the plant-based and allergen-free foods sector.

Key Players in the Global Rice Flour Market

    • Associated British Foods PLC (UK)
    • Ebro Foods, S.A. (Spain)
    • Ingredion Incorporated (US)
    • Archer-Daniels Midland Co. (US)
    • Wilmar International Limited (Singapore)
    • Bunge Ltd. (US)
    • Whitworth Bros. Ltd. (UK)
    • The Soufflet Group (France)
    • Shipton Mill Ltd. (UK)
    • KRÖNER-STÄRKE GmbH (Germany)
    • Belourthe SA (Belgium)
    • Bressmer & Francke (GmbH & Co.) KG (Germany)
    •  EDME Food Ingredients Limited (UK)

Intended Audience

    • Rice Flour producers/processors

    • Food & beverage manufacturers

    • Raw material suppliers and distributors

    • Traders, exporters, and importers

Report Attribute/Metric Details
  Market Size  USD 1090.7 Million
  CAGR  7.5% (2024-2032)
  Base Year 2023
  Forecast Period 2024-2032
  Historical Data 2021
  Forecast Units  Value (USD Million)
 Report Coverage  Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
 Segments Covered By Source, By Category, By Application, and By Region
Geographies Covered  North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World (RoW)
Key Vendors EDME Food Ingredients Limited (UK), Belourthe SA (Belgium), Shipton Mill Ltd. (UK), The Soufflet Group (France), Whitworth Bros. Ltd. (UK), Bunge Ltd. (US)
Key Market Opportunities Rising incidences of gluten intolerance and celiac disease
Key Market Drivers Health benefits of rice flour have attracted the attention of the health-conscious consumers


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Rice Flour Market is expected to expand at 7.5% CAGR from 2024 to 2032.

Rice Flour Market size can reach USD 1090.7 Million by 2032.

EDME Food Ingredients Limited (UK), Belourthe SA (Belgium), Shipton Mill Ltd. (UK), The Soufflet Group (France), Whitworth Bros. Ltd. (UK), Bunge Ltd. (US)

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