The Global Pulse Flour Market size is expected to reach $61.2 billion by 2031, rising at a market growth of 13.7% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2023, the market attained a volume of 4,104.99 Kilo Tonnes experiencing a growth of 13.3% (2020-2023).
The Asia Pacific segment procured 43% revenue share in this market in 2023. This growth is attributed to the region's significant pulse production and long-standing integration into traditional diets. Countries like India, China, and Australia play key roles as major producers and consumers of these flours. The rising population, increasing disposable income, and growing health and nutrition awareness have fueled this region's demand for these flours. Thus, the region consumed a volume of 2,598.79 Kilo Tonnes in 2023.
The global demand for gluten-free products is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness of gluten intolerance, celiac disease, and the potential health benefits of avoiding gluten. Celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten consumption, affects millions of people worldwide. According to a 2018 study, the pooled global prevalence of celiac disease was 1.4%. Celiac disease is one of the most common life-long disorders worldwide, with a prevalence mostly ranging between 0.7% and 2.9% in the general population and a higher frequency in females and well-defined at-risk groups, such as relatives of affected individuals and patients with autoimmune comorbidities. Hence, with the gluten-free lifestyle gaining traction not only as a medical necessity but also as a personal health choice, the role of this flour in meeting consumer needs continues to expand, contributing significantly to the growth of this market globally.
Additionally, this flour's inclusion in snacks has led to healthier alternatives, such as chickpea-based crackers, lentil chips, and pea-protein crisps, which appeal to health-conscious consumers seeking high-protein, high-fiber options. In the pasta segment, these flours offer gluten-free and protein-packed alternatives, exemplified by brands like Banza, which have successfully introduced chickpea and lentil flour-based pasta with superior nutritional profiles to traditional wheat-based options. Thus, owing to these innovations, the demand for these flours will increase in the coming years.
However, One of the key challenges facing this market is the limited awareness among consumers, particularly in emerging economies, regarding its numerous health benefits. Despite being rich in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, these flours are not as widely recognized or understood as a healthier alternative to conventional flours. Many consumers remain unaware of the potential advantages of incorporating this flour into their diets, such as improved digestion, better blood sugar regulation, and enhanced satiety. Hence, these factors may hamper the growth of the market. Hence, these factors may hamper the growth of the market.
Product Outlook
Based on product, the pulse flour market is classified into chickpea, pea, lentil, and others. The pea segment procured 28% revenue share in this market in 2023. This segment is driven by its high protein content and functional properties, which make it a valuable ingredient in gluten-free and plant-based food products. Its neutral flavor and excellent binding capabilities have made it a preferred choice for bakery items, snacks, and protein supplements. In terms of volume, the segment would register 4,104.99 Kilo Tonnes in 2023.
Application Outlook
On the basis of application, the pulse flour market is divided into bakery & snacks, dairy, beverages, and others. The dairy segment recorded 14% revenue share in this market in 2023. These flours produce vegan milk, yogurt, and cheese substitutes, offering a rich source of protein and essential nutrients. The shift toward lactose-free and sustainable food options has been a key driver for this segment, particularly among health-conscious and environmentally aware-consumers.
Distribution Channel Outlook
By distributed channel, the pulse flour market is segmented into supermarkets/hypermarkets, departmental stores, online stores, specialty stores, and others. The departmental stores segment garnered 10% revenue share in this market in 2023. These stores often stock niche and specialty products, including these flours, which appeal to loyal customers. The convenience of neighborhood departmental stores and their ability to build trust through direct customer interactions support their market growth. In terms of volume, the segment would register 4,104.99 kilo Tonnes in 2023.
Regional Outlook
Region-wise, the pulse flour market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. The North America segment acquired 27% revenue share in this market in 2023. The growing popularity of health-conscious eating habits and the rise of vegan and vegetarian diets have increased the adoption of these flours in various applications, including bakery products, snacks, and dairy alternatives.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Ingredion Incorporated
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Avena Foods Limited
- AGT Food and Ingredients Inc.
- Ardent Mills
- Unigrain (Essantis)
- Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
- Batory Foods, Inc.
- Pulse Canada
- GoodMills Group GmbH (Leipnik-Lundenburger)
Global Pulse Flour Market Report Segmentation
By Product (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Chickpea
- Pea
- Lentil
- Other Products
By Application (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Bakery & Snacks
- Dairy
- Beverages
- Other Applications
By Distribution Channel (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Departmental Stores
- Online Stores
- Specialty Stores
- Other Distribution Channels
By Geography (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Malaysia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- Argentina
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Nigeria
- Rest of LAMEA
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
- 1.1 Market Definition
- 1.2 Objectives
- 1.3 Market Scope
- 1.4 Segmentation
- 1.4.1 Global Pulse Flour Market, by Product
- 1.4.2 Global Pulse Flour Market, by Application
- 1.4.3 Global Pulse Flour Market, by Distribution Channel
- 1.4.4 Global Pulse Flour Market, by Geography
- 1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
Chapter 3. Market Overview
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.1.1 Overview
- 3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
- 3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
- 3.2.1 Market Drivers
- 3.2.2 Market Restraints
- 3.2.3 Market Opportunities
- 3.2.4 Market Challenges
- 3.3 Porter Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 4. Global Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 4.1 Global Chickpea Market by Region
- 4.2 Global Pea Market by Region
- 4.3 Global Lentil Market by Region
- 4.4 Global Other Products Market by Region
Chapter 5. Global Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 5.1 Global Bakery & Snacks Market by Region
- 5.2 Global Dairy Market by Region
- 5.3 Global Beverages Market by Region
- 5.4 Global Other Applications Market by Region
Chapter 6. Global Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 6.1 Global Supermarkets/Hypermarkets Market by Region
- 6.2 Global Departmental Stores Market by Region
- 6.3 Global Online Stores Market by Region
- 6.4 Global Specialty Stores Market by Region
- 6.5 Global Other Distribution Channels Market by Region
Chapter 7. Global Pulse Flour Market by Region
- 7.1 North America Pulse Flour Market
- 7.1.1 North America Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.1.1.1 North America Chickpea Market by Country
- 7.1.1.2 North America Pea Market by Country
- 7.1.1.3 North America Lentil Market by Country
- 7.1.1.4 North America Other Products Market by Country
- 7.1.2 North America Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.1.2.1 North America Bakery & Snacks Market by Country
- 7.1.2.2 North America Dairy Market by Country
- 7.1.2.3 North America Beverages Market by Country
- 7.1.2.4 North America Other Applications Market by Country
- 7.1.3 North America Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.3.1 North America Supermarkets/Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.1.3.2 North America Departmental Stores Market by Country
- 7.1.3.3 North America Online Stores Market by Country
- 7.1.3.4 North America Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.1.3.5 North America Other Distribution Channels Market by Country
- 7.1.4 North America Pulse Flour Market by Country
- 7.1.4.1 US Pulse Flour Market
- 7.1.4.1.1 US Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.1.4.1.2 US Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.1.4.1.3 US Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.2 Canada Pulse Flour Market
- 7.1.4.2.1 Canada Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.1.4.2.2 Canada Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.1.4.2.3 Canada Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.3 Mexico Pulse Flour Market
- 7.1.4.3.1 Mexico Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.1.4.3.2 Mexico Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.1.4.3.3 Mexico Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.4 Rest of North America Pulse Flour Market
- 7.1.4.4.1 Rest of North America Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.1.4.4.2 Rest of North America Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.1.4.4.3 Rest of North America Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2 Europe Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.1 Europe Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.1.1 Europe Chickpea Market by Country
- 7.2.1.2 Europe Pea Market by Country
- 7.2.1.3 Europe Lentil Market by Country
- 7.2.1.4 Europe Other Products Market by Country
- 7.2.2 Europe Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.2.1 Europe Bakery & Snacks Market by Country
- 7.2.2.2 Europe Dairy Market by Country
- 7.2.2.3 Europe Beverages Market by Country
- 7.2.2.4 Europe Other Applications Market by Country
- 7.2.3 Europe Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.3.1 Europe Supermarkets/Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.2.3.2 Europe Departmental Stores Market by Country
- 7.2.3.3 Europe Online Stores Market by Country
- 7.2.3.4 Europe Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.2.3.5 Europe Other Distribution Channels Market by Country
- 7.2.4 Europe Pulse Flour Market by Country
- 7.2.4.1 Germany Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.1.1 Germany Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.1.2 Germany Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.1.3 Germany Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.2 UK Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.2.1 UK Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.2.2 UK Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.2.3 UK Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.3 France Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.3.1 France Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.3.2 France Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.3.3 France Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.4 Russia Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.4.1 Russia Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.4.2 Russia Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.4.3 Russia Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.5 Spain Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.5.1 Spain Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.5.2 Spain Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.5.3 Spain Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.6 Italy Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.6.1 Italy Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.6.2 Italy Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.6.3 Italy Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.7 Rest of Europe Pulse Flour Market
- 7.2.4.7.1 Rest of Europe Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.2.4.7.2 Rest of Europe Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.2.4.7.3 Rest of Europe Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3 Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.1 Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.1.1 Asia Pacific Chickpea Market by Country
- 7.3.1.2 Asia Pacific Pea Market by Country
- 7.3.1.3 Asia Pacific Lentil Market by Country
- 7.3.1.4 Asia Pacific Other Products Market by Country
- 7.3.2 Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.2.1 Asia Pacific Bakery & Snacks Market by Country
- 7.3.2.2 Asia Pacific Dairy Market by Country
- 7.3.2.3 Asia Pacific Beverages Market by Country
- 7.3.2.4 Asia Pacific Other Applications Market by Country
- 7.3.3 Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.3.1 Asia Pacific Supermarkets/Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.3.3.2 Asia Pacific Departmental Stores Market by Country
- 7.3.3.3 Asia Pacific Online Stores Market by Country
- 7.3.3.4 Asia Pacific Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.3.3.5 Asia Pacific Other Distribution Channels Market by Country
- 7.3.4 Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Country
- 7.3.4.1 India Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.1.1 India Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.1.2 India Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.1.3 India Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.2 Japan Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.2.1 Japan Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.2.2 Japan Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.2.3 Japan Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.3 China Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.3.1 China Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.3.2 China Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.3.3 China Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.4 South Korea Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.4.1 South Korea Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.4.2 South Korea Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.4.3 South Korea Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.5 Australia Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.5.1 Australia Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.5.2 Australia Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.5.3 Australia Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.6 Malaysia Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.6.1 Malaysia Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.6.2 Malaysia Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.6.3 Malaysia Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market
- 7.3.4.7.1 Rest of Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.3.4.7.2 Rest of Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.3.4.7.3 Rest of Asia Pacific Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4 LAMEA Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.1 LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.1.1 LAMEA Chickpea Market by Country
- 7.4.1.2 LAMEA Pea Market by Country
- 7.4.1.3 LAMEA Lentil Market by Country
- 7.4.1.4 LAMEA Other Products Market by Country
- 7.4.2 LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.2.1 LAMEA Bakery & Snacks Market by Country
- 7.4.2.2 LAMEA Dairy Market by Country
- 7.4.2.3 LAMEA Beverages Market by Country
- 7.4.2.4 LAMEA Other Applications Market by Country
- 7.4.3 LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.3.1 LAMEA Supermarkets/Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.4.3.2 LAMEA Departmental Stores Market by Country
- 7.4.3.3 LAMEA Online Stores Market by Country
- 7.4.3.4 LAMEA Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.4.3.5 LAMEA Other Distribution Channels Market by Country
- 7.4.4 LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Country
- 7.4.4.1 Brazil Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.1.1 Brazil Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.1.2 Brazil Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.1.3 Brazil Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.2 Argentina Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.2.1 Argentina Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.2.2 Argentina Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.2.3 Argentina Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.3 UAE Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.3.1 UAE Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.3.2 UAE Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.3.3 UAE Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.4 Saudi Arabia Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.4.1 Saudi Arabia Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.4.2 Saudi Arabia Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.4.3 Saudi Arabia Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.5 South Africa Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.5.1 South Africa Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.5.2 South Africa Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.5.3 South Africa Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.6 Nigeria Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.6.1 Nigeria Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.6.2 Nigeria Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.6.3 Nigeria Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.7 Rest of LAMEA Pulse Flour Market
- 7.4.4.7.1 Rest of LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Product
- 7.4.4.7.2 Rest of LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Application
- 7.4.4.7.3 Rest of LAMEA Pulse Flour Market by Distribution Channel
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
- 8.1 Ingredion Incorporated
- 8.1.1 Company Overview
- 8.1.2 Financial Analysis
- 8.1.3 Regional Analysis
- 8.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 8.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 8.2 Archer Daniels Midland Company
- 8.2.1 Company Overview
- 8.2.2 Financial Analysis
- 8.2.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 8.2.4 Research & Development Expense
- 8.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 8.3 Avena Foods Limited
- 8.4 AGT Food and Ingredients Inc.
- 8.5 Ardent Mills
- 8.5.1 Company Overview
- 8.5.2 SWOT Analysis
- 8.6 Unigrain (Essantis)
- 8.7 Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
- 8.7.1 Company Overview
- 8.7.2 SWOT Analysis
- 8.8 Batory Foods, Inc.
- 8.9 Pulse Canada
- 8.10. GoodMills Group GmbH (Leipnik-Lundenburger)
- 8.10.1 Company Overview
- 8.10.2 SWOT Analysis
Chapter 9. Winning Imperatives for Pulse Flour Market