| Product Code: ETC6191876 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, Australia`s import trend for the starch coating market exhibited a growth rate of 10.58%, contrasting with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -6.01% from 2020 to 2023. This shift may be attributed to increased demand for specialized starch coatings, potentially influenced by evolving consumer preferences or shifts in market dynamics.
Australias starch coating market is primarily influenced by its use in paper and packaging industries, where starch coatings improve surface strength and printability. The food industry also uses starch coatings to enhance texture and shelf life in bakery and snack products. Innovations in starch coating formulations that improve barrier properties without compromising biodegradability are helping market growth.
Starch coatings in Australia are increasingly used in food packaging, paper, and textiles for enhancing product protection and sustainability. The market is witnessing innovation in functional starch coatings that offer improved water resistance, biodegradability, and printability. Growing demand for renewable coatings that replace petrochemical-based options drives this trend. Moreover, integration of starch coatings with antimicrobial and active packaging technologies is emerging, supporting the development of smart packaging solutions.
The starch coating market in Australia faces challenges such as ensuring uniform coating quality and adhesion on diverse substrates, which affects end-use performance. Environmental regulations concerning emissions during coating processes impose additional operational costs. The presence of alternative coating materials with superior functional properties creates competitive pressure, making it difficult for starch coatings to gain wider acceptance.
The starch coating market is a lucrative investment area due to the increasing use of eco-friendly coatings in the paper, packaging, and textile sectors. Opportunities lie in advanced R&D for developing functional coatings that improve barrier properties and recyclability. Setting up niche application labs and pilot production lines for customized coating formulations is another pathway for investment.
Australian food and packaging regulations, overseen by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), have encouraged the use of natural coatings including starch-based solutions. The government supports industries using starch coatings for sustainable packaging via guidelines promoting reduced chemical usage and compostability standards. Supportive policies also include labeling frameworks and standards certifications to improve market access for environmentally friendly starch coatings.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Starch Coating Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Starch Coating Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Starch Coating Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Starch Coating Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for convenience and processed foods in Australia. |
4.2.2 Growing awareness regarding the benefits of starch coatings in food packaging. |
4.2.3 Innovation and technological advancements in the starch coating industry. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in starch coatings. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and standards related to food packaging materials in Australia. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative food packaging solutions. |
5 Australia Starch Coating Market Trends |
6 Australia Starch Coating Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Starch Coating Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Corn Starch, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Potato Starch, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Sweet Potato Starch, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Cassava Starch, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Starch Coating Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Fruits and Vegetables, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Meat, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Poultry and Fish, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Dairy Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Nutritional Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenues & Volume, By Bakery and Confectionery, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Starch Coating Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Starch Coating Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Starch Coating Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Starch Coating Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of food manufacturers using starch coatings in their packaging. |
8.2 Research and development investment in starch coating technologies. |
8.3 Adoption rate of eco-friendly starch coating solutions in the market. |
9 Australia Starch Coating Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Starch Coating Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Starch Coating Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Starch Coating Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Starch Coating Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Starch Coating Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |