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Chickpea Flour Market

Chickpea Flour Market

The market for Chickpea Flour was estimated at $3.2 billion in 2024; it is anticipated to increase to $5.0 billion by 2030, with projections indicating growth to around $7.4 billion by 2035.

Report ID:DS1901069
Author:Debadatta Patel - Senior Consultant
Published Date:January 2025
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Food & Beverage
Packaged & Processed F&B
Chickpea Flour
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Global Chickpea Flour Market Outlook

Revenue, 2024

$3.2B

Forecast, 2034

$6.9B

CAGR, 2024 - 2034

8.1%
The Chickpea Flour industry revenue is expected to be around $3.4 billion in 2025 and expected to showcase growth with 8.1% CAGR between 2025 and 2034.

Exemplifying flexibility and wellness benefits of Chickpeas Flour – also called gram flour or besan – is made from chickpeas with a rich nutritional content that includes vitamins and minerals like iron and phosphorous along, with a higher protein content compared to wheat flour or cornmeal.

Chickpea Flour market outlook with forecast trends, drivers, opportunities, supply chain, and competition 2024-2034

Market Key Insights

  • The Chickpea Flour market is projected to grow from $3.2 billion in 2024 to $6.9 billion in 2034. This represents a CAGR of 8.1%, reflecting rising demand across Gluten-Free Baking, Nutritious Thickening Agent and Vegan Protein Source.
  • Ingredion Incorporated together with Archer Daniels Midland Company and EHL Limited lead the market as its dominant players who determine its competitive dynamics.
  • India and U.S. are the top markets within the Chickpea Flour market and are expected to observe the growth CAGR of 5.9% to 8.5% between 2024 and 2030.
  • Emerging markets including Colombia, Nigeria and Vietnam are expected to observe highest growth with CAGR ranging between 7.8% to 10.1%.
  • The market expansion of Chickpea Flour will receive a $500.0 million boost from the transition toward plant-based food consumption during the next decade.
  • The Chickpea Flour market is set to add $3.7 billion between 2024 and 2034, with manufacturer targeting Bakeries & Restaurants End Use projected to gain a larger market share.
  • With Health conscious consumers, and Growing vegan population, Chickpea Flour market to expand 118% between 2024 and 2034.
chickpea flour market size with pie charts of major and emerging country share, CAGR, trends for 2025 and 2032

Opportunities in the Chickpea Flour

The growing popularity of plant based and vegan foods has highlighted the uses of chickpea flour as a great substitute for eggs in vegan recipes while offering essential protein content needed for a balanced diet. It opens up avenues for creating exciting products such as vegan egg replacements, baked goods and plant based meat alternatives. This broadens its presence, in the vegan food industry.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Europe

North America Outlook

The chickpeas flour market in North America is experiencing growth because more people are embracing gluten free diets and seeking healthier food options There is tough competition between local and international companies in the market segment with promising prospects, in the rising vegan and health conscious population.

Europe Outlook

The chickpeae flour market in Europe is flourishing due to the increasing popularity of cuisine and meat substitutes among consumers in the region. The high protein content and health benefits make chickpeae flour a popular choice for European consumers who are looking to include it in their regular diet. However it faces competition from various other plant based protein sources that are readily available, in Europe.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

01

Driver: Health Conscious Consumers, and Innovative Food Applications

An increasing number of people are also becoming more health conscious and opting for free and plant based diets nowadays. Chickpea flour is also a protein rich alternative that is also free from gluten and is also gaining popularity, among this group of individuals. Chickpeas have also caught the attention of food creators and producers as they delve into using chickpeas flour for crafting food items because of its adaptability in different cooking uses such as baking goods and protein bars; this rise in interest is also boosting the markets expansion, across various food categories.
The rise in the number of vegans globally has also sparked a need for plant based items due to their protein content. Chickpeas flour is also particularly popular, among vegans and is also driving its market expansion.
02

Restraint: Limited Consumer Awareness

Even though chickpeas flour has health advantages; it isnt as popular or commonly utilized compared to others of flour available in the market today. Its lack of recognition could present a hurdle in gaining traction among consumers who may not be keen to experiment with products. This circumstance might potentially lead to a deceleration, in the expansion of the chickpeas flour market.
03

Opportunity: Exploiting the Health and Wellness Trend

The growing recognition of the health advantages and nutritional value found in chickpeas flour provides a chance for businesses to cater to health individuals effectively. Chickpeas flour is free from gluten and rich in protein and fiber well as essential nutrients while having low carbohydrate content which makes it a great choice for those mindful about their diet and fitness. This allows companies to introduce health products and fortified foods or offer protein enriched food substitutes such, as snacks or pastries made with chickpeas flour.
04

Challenge: High Production Costs

The making of chickpeas into flour is quite a process that includes sorting through them carefully and cleaning them before peeling and drying them to grind into flour later on using the appropriate machinery which can be quite costly to acquire initially. Moreover because chickpeas are grown seasonally their prices can vary greatly which affects the cost of production significantly adding to the overall expenses involved in producing chickpeas as flour. Given the costs involved in production this may pose a challenge in expanding the market for chickpeas, as a flour alternative.

Supply Chain Landscape

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Cultivation & Harvesting

Good Food

Bioriginal

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Processing & Milling

Bob's Red Mill

Anthonys Goods

3
Packaging & Distribution

Garbanzo Bean Flour

Doves Farm

4
End User Applications

Baking Industries

Health and Dietary Supplements

*The illustration highlights the key stakeholders within the supply chain ecosystem.

Applications of Chickpea Flour in Gluten-Free Baking, Nutritious Thickening Agent & Vegan Protein Source

Gluten-Free Baking

Gluten free enthusiasts frequently opt for chickpea flour – called gram flour – because of its protein richness and adaptability in cooking and baking recipes like bread and sweet treats such as pancakes and cookies. The flour adds an earthiness and a satisfying texture to baked goodies. Big names, like Bobs Red Mill and Archer Daniels Midland Company stand out for offering premium chickpeas flour options in the market.

Vegan Protein Source

People who adhere to plant based diets often turn to chickpea flour as a protein option due to its high protein content derived from chickpeas—a simple way to add plant based proteins to meals effortlessly and deliciously. Additionally serving as an egg alternative when combined with water makes it a favorite among vegans and vegetarians. ADM stands out as a supplier of chickpea flour, for the vegan community.

Nutritious Thickening Agent

An unconventional yet creative way to use chickpeas flour is, by using it to sauces and soups.

Recent Developments

December 2024

Naturally Nutritious Foods introduces a range of chickpeа flour mixes to expand its product selection and solidify its presence, in the chickpeа flour industry.

October 2024

World Grains Inc has proudly increased the production of chickpeas flour in response, to the growing demand.

August 2024

Health First Foods is expanding their range of gluten products by launching organically cultivated chickpeas flour, on a large scale.

In years the chickpeas flour industry has seen strong growth. This growth is mainly due, to rising consumer awareness. Focus on health and well being. Specifically consumers are always looking for protein gluten free and plant based options, which is fueling the growth of the chickpeas flour industry.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Chickpea Flour Market

As a core segment of the Packaged & Processed F&B industry, the Chickpea Flour market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Shift Towards Plant-Based Foods and Rise in Gluten-Free Products Popularity have redefined priorities across the Packaged & Processed F&B sector, influencing how the Chickpea Flour market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.
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Shift Towards Plant-Based Foods

The growing popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets has caused an increase in the consumption of plant based foods in recent years. This shift in choices has resulted in a higher need for substitutes, for animal based products, which has boosted the Chickpe flour market thanks to its rich protein content and ability to be used in a wide range of dishes. This industry transition is expected to add $500 million in the industry revenue between 2024 and 2030.
02

Rise in Gluten-Free Products Popularity

The trend of gluten diets is on the rise as people become more health conscious and lifestyle related health issues increase in prevalence Chickpeas Flour, which is naturally devoid of gluten is becoming increasingly popular among consumers particularly those, with gluten sensitivities thus fuel ing the expansion of the market.

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