By Type (Milk, Bread, Soups and Sauces, Desserts, Others [Yoghurts, Cheese, Non-Dairy Products, etc.]), By Source (Soy, Rice, Coconut, Almond, Hemp Milk, Oat Milk, Others [Hazelnut milk, Cashew milk,... ... milk, Cashew milk, etc.]), By Nature (Organic, Inorganic), By Distribution Channel (Retail Offline [Grocery Retailers, Non-Grocery Retailers], Retail E-Commerce), By Country (The UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, Rest of Middle East), By Company (Nestlé Middle East FZE, The Danone Company Inc., Arla Foods, Dean’s Food, Shamrock Foods, Kolita Foods, McNeil Nutrionals, Valio, OMIRA Oberland-Milchverwertung (OMIRA), Parmalat, Alpro, Cabot Creamery, Others [Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Green Valley Organics, etc.]) Read more
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Market Insights & Analysis: The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market (2023-28)
The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 6.76% during the forecast period, i.e., 2023-28. Lactose-free food is referred to as food products that are devoid of the protein called 'lactose'. These specific food products are generally formulated using the technologies such as Chromatographic Separation, Acid Hydrolysis, Membrane Reactor, and others. In the Middle East, a growing population of lactose-intolerant individuals is driving the demand for these foods.
The factors attributing to the market growth in the UAE are the rising prevalence of lactose intolerance among individuals and the growing consciousness among consumers regarding their health & wellness. According to independent research conducted in 2022 by a food manufacturing company Al Ain Farms, more than 25% of individuals suffer from stomach rumbling, and over 22% of the users suffer from stomach cramps & pains after the consumption of lactose-based products.
Several researches & studies have shown that people with self-perceived lactose intolerance may be at risk of poor bone health & higher rates of diabetes & hypertension because of lower calcium intake. As a result of this, individuals are becoming more & more conscious about their health & are seeking these food products such as lactose-free milk, cheese, bread, etc.
| Report Coverage | Details |
|---|---|
| Study Period | Historical Data: 2018-21 |
| Base Year: 2022 | |
| Forecast Period: 2023-28 | |
| CAGR (2023-2028) | 6.76% |
| Country Covered | The UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, Rest of Middle East |
| Key Companies Profiled | Nestlé Middle East FZE, The Danone Company Inc., Arla Foods, Dean’s Food, Shamrock Foods, Kolita Foods, McNeil Nutrionals, Valio, OMIRA Oberland-Milchverwertung (OMIRA), Parmalat, Alpro, Cabot Creamery, Others [Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Green Valley Organics, etc.] |
| Unit Denominations | USD Million/Billion |
Moreover, the initiatives led by the government of the countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, etc., to boost awareness about the impact of food on health & to address the growing obese population is also encouraging consumers to opt for plant-based food products like soy milk, almond milk, etc. Along with this, food manufacturing companies, including Nestle, Perfect Day, etc., are also partnering together to develop & launch lactose-free products to cater to the growing demand of consumers. Thus, the new innovative products, specifically made to address the lactose intolerant population would further enhance the Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market size in the upcoming years.
Additionally, food-serving places in the Middle East region, such as cafeterias & restaurants like Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, Moon Shell, and Saudi Arabia, have also gradually started offering meat-free, dairy-free, and plant-based options, owing to which the sales of lactose-free food products such as almond milk, cottage cheese, etc., is anticipated to rise in the forecast years. According to the survey conducted by the plant-based consumer goods company, over 45% of the UAE diners replaced traditional dairy with a plant-based meal in 2021. Therefore, the gradual shift of the hospitality sector to replace conventional dairy products with dairy-free, lactose-free food is anticipated to augment the demand for these food products in the UAE.
- Market Segmentation
- Introduction
- Product Definition
- Research Process
- Assumptions
- Executive Summary
- Impact of COVID-19 on the Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Trends & Insights
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Dynamics
- Growth Drivers
- Challenges
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Policies & Regulations
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Supply Chain Analysis
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Patented Technologies
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Hotspot & Opportunities
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- Milk
- Bread
- Soups and Sauces
- Desserts
- Others (Yoghurts, Cheese, Non-Dairy Products, etc.)
- By Source
- Soy
- Rice
- Coconut
- Almond
- Hemp Milk
- Oat Milk
- Others (Hazelnut milk, Cashew milk, etc.)
- By Nature
- Organic
- Inorganic
- By Distribution Channel
- Retail Offline
- Grocery Retailers
- Convenience Stores
- Supermarkets
- Hypermarkets
- Non-Grocery Retailers
- Grocery Retailers
- Retail E-Commerce
- Retail Offline
- By Country
- The UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- Egypt
- Turkey
- Rest of Middle East
- By Competitors
- Competition Characteristics
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- Market Size & Analysis
- The UAE Lactose-Free Food Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- By Source
- By Nature
- By Distribution Channel
- Market Size & Analysis
- Saudi Arabia Lactose-Free Food Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- By Source
- By Nature
- By Distribution Channel
- Market Size & Analysis
- Qatar Lactose-Free Food Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- By Source
- By Nature
- By Distribution Channel
- Market Size & Analysis
- Egypt Lactose-Free Food Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- By Source
- By Nature
- By Distribution Channel
- Market Size & Analysis
- Turkey Lactose-Free Food Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Type
- By Source
- By Nature
- By Distribution Channel
- Market Size & Analysis
- The Middle East Lactose-Free Food Market Key Strategic Imperatives for Success & Growth
- Competition Outlook
- Competition Matrix
- Target Markets
- Research & Development
- Collaborations & Strategic Alliances
- Key Business Expansion Initiatives
- Business Restructuring- Mergers, Acquisitions, JVs
- Strategic Initiatives
- Company Profiles (Business Description, Product Segments, Business Segments, Financials, Strategic Alliances/ Partnerships, Future Plans)
- Nestlé Middle East FZE
- The Danone Company Inc.
- Arla Foods
- Dean’s Food
- Shamrock Foods
- Kolita Foods
- McNeil Nutrionals
- Valio
- OMIRA Oberland-Milchverwertung (OMIRA)
- Parmalat
- Alpro
- Cabot Creamery
- Others (Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Green Valley Organics, etc.)
- Competition Matrix
- Disclaimer
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