Market overview
The global chickpea protein market is worth USD 109 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 482 mn by 2036, growing at a 16.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Concentrate is the largest by form segment.
| Scope | Protein concentrates and isolates extracted from chickpeas for food and drink: plant-based dairy and meat alternatives, bakery, snacks and sports nutrition. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 95 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 109 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 482 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 16.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 12,525 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 50,019 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 8,723 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Chickpea Protein market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 109 mn |
| 2027 | USD 127 mn |
| 2028 | USD 147 mn |
| 2029 | USD 171 mn |
| 2030 | USD 198 mn |
| 2031 | USD 229 mn |
| 2032 | USD 266 mn |
| 2033 | USD 309 mn |
| 2034 | USD 358 mn |
| 2035 | USD 415 mn |
| 2036 | USD 482 mn |
Chickpea Protein market segmentation
By form
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concentrate | 46.0% | 37.5% | USD 50 mn | 13.7% |
| Isolate | 38.0% | 45.6% | USD 42 mn | 18.1% |
| Hydrolysed and textured | 16.0% | 16.9% | USD 17 mn | 16.6% |
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dairy alternatives | 32.0% | 35.8% | USD 35 mn | 17.3% |
| Meat alternatives | 24.0% | 24.7% | USD 26 mn | 16.3% |
| Bakery and snacks | 20.0% | 15.8% | USD 22 mn | 13.3% |
| Sports and clinical nutrition | 16.0% | 17.9% | USD 17 mn | 17.3% |
| Other | 8.0% | 5.8% | USD 8.7 mn | 12.3% |
By production process
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry fractionation | 45.0% | 40.0% | USD 49 mn | 14.6% |
| Wet extraction | 40.0% | 42.0% | USD 44 mn | 16.6% |
| Enzymatic and fermentation-assisted | 15.0% | 18.0% | USD 16 mn | 18.1% |
By protein content
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Below 60% | 40.0% | 35.0% | USD 44 mn | 14.5% |
| 60 to 80% | 30.0% | 31.0% | USD 33 mn | 16.4% |
| Above 80% | 30.0% | 34.0% | USD 33 mn | 17.5% |
By customer type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large food manufacturers | 55.0% | 51.0% | USD 60 mn | 15.1% |
| Plant-based start-ups and brands | 25.0% | 27.0% | USD 27 mn | 16.9% |
| Distributors and traders | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 22 mn | 17.1% |
Top 25 countries for chickpea protein by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 85.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 33 mn | 30.0% | USD 145 mn | 16.0% |
| 2 | Germany | USD 9.8 mn | 9.0% | USD 40 mn | 15.1% |
| 3 | United Kingdom | USD 8.7 mn | 8.0% | USD 37 mn | 15.6% |
| 4 | France | USD 7.7 mn | 7.0% | USD 30 mn | 14.6% |
| 5 | China | USD 7.7 mn | 7.0% | USD 44 mn | 19.1% |
| 6 | Israel | USD 6.5 mn | 6.0% | USD 27 mn | 15.0% |
| 7 | Canada | USD 5.5 mn | 5.0% | USD 24 mn | 16.0% |
| 8 | Netherlands | USD 5.5 mn | 5.0% | USD 21 mn | 14.5% |
| 9 | Japan | USD 4.4 mn | 4.0% | USD 18 mn | 15.1% |
| 10 | India | USD 4.4 mn | 4.0% | USD 25 mn | 19.1% |
| 11 | Spain | USD 2.2 mn | 2.0% | USD 9.8 mn | 16.1% |
| 12 | Italy | USD 1.9 mn | 1.7% | USD 8.3 mn | 16.1% |
| 13 | Australia | USD 1.6 mn | 1.4% | USD 6.9 mn | 16.1% |
| 14 | Turkey | USD 1.3 mn | 1.2% | USD 5.8 mn | 16.1% |
| 15 | Sweden | USD 1.1 mn | 1.0% | USD 4.9 mn | 16.1% |
| 16 | Denmark | USD 0.92 mn | 0.8% | USD 4.1 mn | 16.1% |
| 17 | Belgium | USD 0.78 mn | 0.7% | USD 3.5 mn | 16.2% |
| 18 | South Korea | USD 0.66 mn | 0.6% | USD 2.9 mn | 16.2% |
| 19 | Brazil | USD 0.55 mn | 0.5% | USD 2.5 mn | 16.2% |
| 20 | Switzerland | USD 0.46 mn | 0.4% | USD 2.0 mn | 16.0% |
| 21 | Poland | USD 0.38 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.7 mn | 16.0% |
| 22 | Mexico | USD 0.33 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.4 mn | 16.0% |
| 23 | Singapore | USD 0.27 mn | 0.2% | USD 1.2 mn | 16.0% |
| 24 | United Arab Emirates | USD 0.23 mn | 0.2% | USD 1.0 mn | 16.0% |
| 25 | Finland | USD 0.20 mn | 0.2% | USD 0.87 mn | 16.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 3.6 mn | 3.3% | USD 14 mn | 14.8% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Roquette
- Ingredion
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- InnovoPro
- ChickP
- AGT Food and Ingredients
- Nutriati
- Gemef Industries
- Anchor Ingredients
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the chickpea protein market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 16.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by form, by application, by production process, by protein content, by customer type. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the chickpea protein market?
The global chickpea protein market is estimated at USD 95 mn in 2025 and USD 109 mn in 2026.
How fast will the chickpea protein market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 482 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 16.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 373 mn.
Which country is the largest market for chickpea protein?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 33 mn in 2026, 30.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 47.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 19.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which chickpea protein segment is largest?
In the by form split, Concentrate is the largest segment with 46.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading chickpea protein companies?
Global leaders include Roquette, Ingredion.
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