[196 Pages Report] According to MarketsandMarkets, the dairy alternatives market is estimated to be valued at USD 22.6 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 40.6 billion by 2026, recording a CAGR of 10.3% in terms of value. It is witnessing significant growth due to increasing instances of lactose allergies, changing consumer lifestyles, and growing health awareness among consumers. Consumers are increasingly adopting a vegan diet contributing to the growth of the dairy alternatives market. The Asia Pacific region will dominate the market due to the agricultural production base for plant-based sources.
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The increasing number of lactose-intolerant and dairy-allergic consumers have accelerated the growth of the dairy alternatives market. Lactose is the major carbohydrate in milk and other dairy foods such as ice cream, cheese, and yogurt. The symptoms of lactose intolerance among individuals include abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, gut distension, flatulence, and constipation. The increasing number of these allergies promotes the consumption of dairy alternatives as consumers are more aware of healthy eating habits. Consequently, the demand for a variety of dairy alternatives such as plant-based non-dairy products such as milk, ice creams, creamers, cheese, among others, is gaining importance among these consumers.
One of the major factors restraining the growth of dairy alternatives market is allergies associated with the plant-based sources used to manufacture alternative dairy products. Although soybeans are rich in nutrient content, the presence of anti-nutritional components in soy could cause allergies. A soy allergy occurs when the human immune system mistakes the harmless proteins found in soy as harmful and produces antibodies to combat them. Similarly, tree nuts such as almonds are one of the ingredients that cause allergies. Owing to this, these individuals have to avoid almond-based products such as almond milk and other non-dairy products made from almonds.
Organic food & beverages have the potential to change the business landscape in the overall dairy alternatives market. Changing consumer preferences have been oriented toward healthy food & beverages; this is attributed to a rise in awareness about the functional health benefits in the consumption of organic food products. Clean-label food & beverages have been attracting consumers globally, resulting in a rise in demand for organic ingredients. Developing countries such as China and India are projected to witness a strong surge in demand from the supply side for organic food ingredients during the forecast period.
Though most dairy alternatives are similar to dairy milk in terms of texture and taste, the price of dairy milk is relatively low than that of its alternatives. The price of dairy alternatives depends on the supply of raw materials; owing to this, there are price fluctuations. Oat milk and several other dairy alternatives face the problem of raw material unavailability, because of which prices increase. This price volatility stands as one of the biggest limitations for growth in dairy alternative product sales.
Based on source, almond is the fastest-growing segment in the market. The growth of almond-based dairy alternatives is attributed to factors such as high nutritional content, easy availability of raw materials, and increased popularity in the market. Almond offers a nutty flavor and it can be consumed by vegans.
Based on the distribution channel, online stores will be the fastest-growing segment in the dairy alternatives market. Online stores are easily accessible and are cost-effective. They also offer consumers alternative dairy products at discounted prices as compared to traditional retail prices.
By application, the dairy alternatives market is segmented into milk, yogurt, ice creams, cheese, and creamers. Milk segment dominated the market owing to rising health concerns relates to lactose intolerance and hectic lifestyles of the consumers. Plant-based milk products are highly nutritious and are available in various flavors.
The global dairy alternatives market is dominated by the Asia Pacific region due to the changing lifestyles of consumers and increase in consumption of clean label products. Consumers are also more aware about their health and wellness, which is further fueling the demand for dairy alternatives in the region.
The Asia Pacific dairy alternatives market is also driven by large economies such as China, Japan, and Australia. The overall investment in the region has increased substantially over the past few years, especially in China.
The Hain Celestial (US), Blue Diamond Growers (US), SunOpta (Canada), Sanitarium Health and Wellbeing Company (Australia), Danone (France), Freedom Foods Group (Australia), Earth’s Own Food Company (Canada), Triballat Noyal (France), Valsoia S.P.A (Italy), Panos Brands (US), Melt Organic (US), Oatly (Sweden), Living Harvest Foods (US), Ripple Foods (US), Kite Hill (US), Califia Farms (US), Hudson River Foods Inc. (US), Daiya Foods Inc. (Canada), Pureharvest (Australia), Yoconut Dairy Free (US), and Yumbutter (US).
Report Metric |
Details |
Market size estimation |
2018–2026 |
Base year considered |
2019 |
Forecast period considered |
2020–2026 |
Units considered |
Value (USD) & Volume (ML) |
Segments covered |
Source, applications, distribution channel, formulation, and region |
Regions covered |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America and RoW |
Companies studied |
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This research report categorizes the dairy alternatives market based on source, application, distribution channel, formulation, and region.
By Region:
Which are the major sources considered in this study and which segments are projected to have a promising growth rate in future?
Soy is currently accounting for the dominant share in the dairy alternatives market, followed by almond and coconut. However, almond is projected to experiencing the highest growth rate in next five years, as it has many characteristics such as high nutritional content and easy availability of raw material. It is perceived as a clean-label ingredient and has the added benefits of being soy-free, gluten-free, and lactose-free.
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What are some of the drivers fuelling the growth of dairy alternatives market?
Global dairy alternatives market is characterized by following drivers:
Growing consumer preference for a vegan diet:
Several consumers perceive a vegan diet to be healthy and prefer consuming dairy alternatives such as soy milk, almond milk, rice milk, and other plant-based milk as a substitute. Vegan diet followers and adopters of a healthy diet are the primary consumers of dairy alternatives that have propelled the market growth. The rise in awareness among consumers about the benefits offered by a vegan diet is one of the major factors propelling the demand for dairy alternatives across the world. A substantial increase in the vegan population has been seen in many major economies, such as the US and the UK.
Nutritional benefits offered by plant-based food:
Nutritional benefits, such as reduced cholesterol levels, improved cardiovascular health, and diabetes control, of plant-based dairy alternatives, have led to an increase in their consumption. Soy milk is widely consumed as a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber. It contains isoflavones that have anti-estrogenic and anticancer properties. Almond milk, rich in calcium and vitamin E, is recommended for both skin and bone health. It contains about one-third the calories of 2% cow’s milk. Consumers opt for coconut milk as it contains lauric acid. The low carb and low-fat varieties of dairy alternatives help reduce fat. Such nutritional benefits contribute to the growth of the dairy alternatives market.
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Yes, detailed explanation of research methodology can be provided over a scheduled call, it will also enable us to explain all your queries in detail. For a brief overview and knowledge: Multiple approaches have been adopted to understand the holistic view of this market including:
What kind of information is provided in the competitive landscape section?
For the list of below mentioned players, company profiles provide insights such as business overview covering information on the company’s business segments, financials, geographic presence and revenue mix and business revenue mix. The company profiles section also provides information on product offerings, key developments associated with the company, SWOT analysis and MnM view to elaborate analyst view on the company. Some of the key players in the market include The Hain Celestial (US), Blue Diamond Growers (US), SunOpta (Canada), Sanitarium Health and Wellbeing Company (Australia), Danone (France), and Freedom Foods Group (Australia). .
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The study involved four major activities in estimating the dairy alternatives market size. Exhaustive secondary research was conducted to collect information on the market, peer market, and parent market. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Both the top-down and bottom-up approaches were employed to estimate the complete market size. Thereafter, market breakdown and data triangulation were used to estimate the market size of segments and sub-segments.
In the secondary research process, various secondary sources, such as Hoovers, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, and Dun & Bradstreet, were referred to, to identify and collect information for this study. These secondary sources included annual reports, press releases & investor presentations of companies, white papers, certified publications, articles by recognized authors, gold & silver standard websites, regulatory bodies, trade directories, and databases.
The market comprises several stakeholders, such as raw material suppliers, processors, end-product manufacturers, and regulatory organizations in the supply chain. The demand side of the market is characterized by the presence of global and regional processed food manufacturers, food, beverage, and nutraceutical companies, commercial research and development institutions, and government & research organizations. The supply side is characterized by the presence of key CEOs and vice presidents, dairy alternative product manufacturers, plant-based milk manufacturers and suppliers, marketing directors, product innovation directors and related key executives from manufacturing companies and organizations operating in the market. Various primary sources from both the supply and demand sides of the market were interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information.
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Both the top-down and bottom-up approaches were used to estimate and validate the total size of the dairy alternatives market. These methods were also used extensively to estimate the size of various subsegments in the market. The research methodology used to estimate the market size include the following:
After arriving at the overall market size from the estimation process described above, the total market was split into several segments. To complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics for all segments, the data triangulation and market breakdown procedures were employed, wherever applicable. The data was triangulated by studying various factors and trends from both the demand and supply sides. In addition, the market size was validated using both top-down and bottom-up approaches. It was then verified through primary interviews. Hence, three approaches were adopted—top-down approach, bottom-up approach, and the one involving expert interviews. Only when the values arrived at from the three points matches, the data is assumed to be correct.
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