Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2029

The Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market is segmented by Category (Non-Dairy Butter, Non-Dairy Cheese, Non-Dairy Ice Cream, Non-Dairy Milk, Non-Dairy Yogurt), by Distribution Channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade) and by Country (Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates). Market Value in USD and Volume are both presented. Key Data Points observed include Per capita consumption; Population; and Production volume of plant-based products.

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Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Size

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Summary
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svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2029
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 347 Million
svg icon Market Size (2029) USD 615.2 Million
svg icon Largest Share by Distribution Channel Off-Trade
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2029) 12.14 %
svg icon Largest Share by Country Saudi Arabia

Major Players

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Key Players

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Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Analysis

The Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market size is estimated at 347 million USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 615.2 million USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 12.14% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

347 Million

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

615.2 Million

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

7.12 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

12.14 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Market by Category

60.92 %

value share, Non-Dairy Butter, 2023

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A steady increase in consumer awareness levels about the consumption of non-dairy foods, and the impact of animal husbandry on the environment are the key factors driving the segment.

Largest Market by Country

17.20 %

value share, Saudi Arabia, 2023

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Growing environmental concerns, changes in lifestyle and consumption patterns, and a growing number of allergic populations to dairy products have emerged to be major factors in Saudi Arabia.

Fastest-growing Market by Category

38 %

Projected CAGR, Non-Dairy Cheese, 2024-2029

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Growing awareness regarding animal cruelty and high acceptance of veganism are prompting consumers to opt for vegan foods such as plant-based cheese, captivating to segmental growth

Fastest-growing Market by Country

11.52 %

Projected CAGR, United Arab Emirates, 2024-2029

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The government’s effort to address obesity in the country with several campaigns on health awareness has translated into different lifestyle changes impacting dairy alternatives.

Leading Market Player

3.53 %

market share, Danone SA, 2022

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The presence of exhaustive product offerings along with a larger distribution network and a wider presence throughout the country has made Danone S.A a leading market player.

Strong presence of supermarkets and convenience stores is boosting the dairy products sales

  • In 2022, the distribution channel in the Middle East witnessed a growth of 2.69% compared to 2021. Off-trade retailing dominated the Middle Eastern retail space during the review period (2017-2022). In 2022, off-trade retailing held a share of 81.26%. In the Middle East, consumers are fascinated by off-trade retailing due to the greater convenience they get when purchasing dairy-free products.
  • In on-trade channels (quick-service restaurants), the prices are fixed for non-dairy products, while consumers are given several options in off-trade channels. In the Middle East, off-trade channels offer non-dairy products at varied prices (low, medium, and high). Oat milk sold by these retailing units was available from USD 2.78 to USD 35.4 in 2022. The availability of milk at varied prices also promotes the buying power among consumers as they can purchase the products that suit their affordability parameters.
  • In the Middle East, off-trade retailers focus on providing various plant-based dairy products, including different flavors such as unsweetened, chocolate, and vanilla. To increase the consumer base, they offer consumers complete information about the products, such as product specifics (ingredient used, seed used, and others). As a result, consumers purchase milk beverages through off-trade modes.
  • During the forecast period, the demand for non-dairy products is expected to increase due to the rising health consciousness among the population. As a result, the dependency on retailing units is expected to observe growth during 2025-2026 by 6.25% due to higher visibility of the product to consumers.
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Growing demand for plant-based products is fueling the market growth

  • The rise in the vegan population concerning the rising importance of plant-based nutrition drives the demand for dairy alternatives in the region. Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Iran exhibit significant dairy alternative consumption compared to other Middle Eastern countries. In 2022, three countries collectively held a 46.28% share of the overall dairy alternative consumption in the region.
  • Saudi Arabia is the leading market for dairy alternatives in the region. Non-dairy butter and plant-based milk are majorly consumed dairy alternative products in the country. In 2022, both combinedly accounted for more than 90% of the value share. The growing lactose-intolerant population and increasing cow's milk allergy in the country have been significant factors driving the dairy alternatives market. As of 2021, 61.96% of the Saudi Arabian population had a milk allergy.
  • The United Arab Emirates is the second leading market for dairy alternatives in the region. The sales value of dairy alternatives in the United Arab Emirates is anticipated to grow by USD 61.8 million in 2025, up from USD 46.8 million in 2022. The Increasing vegan population is one of the major factors for the growth of dairy alternatives in the United Arab Emirates. As of 2021, more than 8% of the United Arab Emirates population was vegan.
  • High consumer awareness about plant-based nutrition and favorable macroeconomic environments are the key factors shaping the Irani dairy alternatives market. The sales of the dairy alternatives market in Iran experienced a growth rate of 20.3% from 2018 to 2022.

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Trends

The increase in consumption of dairy alternative products in the Middle East can be attributed to the growing vegan population, improved animal welfare awareness, and government initiatives

  • The consumption of different types of dairy alternative products in the Middle East has been on the rise for the past few years due to the growing vegan population. For example, in 2022, more than 8% of the UAE population was vegan. There are even vegan exhibitions/trade shows and music festivals being conducted in different countries to promote vegan lifestyles. In addition, improved animal welfare and increasing government initiatives to strengthen this awareness are among the other key factors boosting the consumption of dairy alternatives.
  • The growing prevalence of lactose intolerance is another reason consumers switch to dairy alternatives. For example, in Saudi Arabia, more than 30% of the population is facing lactose intolerance issues. One out of each three people in Saudi Arabia is knowledgeable regarding lactose intolerance disorder and its related factors and relieving factors.
  • Consumers in the region are becoming increasingly aware of their nutritional choices, and owing to their busy lifestyles, their purchasing decision is dependent on the nutritional value of the product, which is driving the demand for plant-based milk in the region. Further, consumers, especially those who are allergic to milk, are keen to consume plant-based milk products. Among the different plant-based milk products, soy milk and almond milk held the majority of share across the region in 2022.
  • The per capita consumption of non-dairy butter is expected to increase by 3.56% in 2023-2024. The key motivations for the consumers to adopt non-dairy butter are a concern for animals or sustainability followed by the change in dietary habits. However, other dairy alternative product categories like yogurt, cheese, and ice cream are still at a very nascent stage.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • Ground nut production has emerged to be a significant source for the production of dairy alternatives, leading to innovations in the region's dairy alternative industry

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Industry Overview

The Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 6.12%. The major players in this market are Campbell Soup Company, Danone SA, Ecomil, Green Spot Co. Ltd and Lam Soon Group (sorted alphabetically).

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Leaders

  1. Campbell Soup Company

  2. Danone SA

  3. Ecomil

  4. Green Spot Co. Ltd

  5. Lam Soon Group

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Concentration

Other important companies include Blue Diamond Growers, Eden Foods Inc., Oatly Group AB, Sanitarium Health and Wellbeing Company, Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), The Bridge Srl, The Hain Celestial Group Inc., Upfield Holdings BV.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market News

  • May 2022: SADAFCO launched the first locally produced oat milk in Saudi Arabia.
  • December 2021: The Hain Celestial Group Inc. acquired high-growth, better-for-you snacking brands ParmCrisps® and Thinsters®, optimally positioned to benefit from consumer preferences for clean-label and high-protein snacks.
  • October 2021: Oatly launched mint chocolate ice creams in the Middle East region

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Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Report - Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

2. REPORT OFFERS

3. INTRODUCTION

  • 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 3.2 Scope of the Study​
  • 3.3 Research Methodology

4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

  • 4.1 Per Capita Consumption
  • 4.2 Raw Material/commodity Production
    • 4.2.1 Dairy Alternative - Raw Material Production
  • 4.3 Regulatory Framework
    • 4.3.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 4.3.2 United Arab Emirates
  • 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)

  • 5.1 Category
    • 5.1.1 Non-Dairy Butter
    • 5.1.2 Non-Dairy Cheese
    • 5.1.3 Non-Dairy Ice Cream
    • 5.1.4 Non-Dairy Milk
    • 5.1.4.1 By Product Type
    • 5.1.4.1.1 Almond Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.2 Cashew Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.3 Coconut Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.4 Oat Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.5 Soy Milk
    • 5.1.5 Non-Dairy Yogurt
  • 5.2 Distribution Channel
    • 5.2.1 Off-Trade
    • 5.2.1.1 Convenience Stores
    • 5.2.1.2 Online Retail
    • 5.2.1.3 Specialist Retailers
    • 5.2.1.4 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
    • 5.2.1.5 Others (Warehouse clubs, gas stations, etc.)
    • 5.2.2 On-Trade
  • 5.3 Country
    • 5.3.1 Bahrain
    • 5.3.2 Iran
    • 5.3.3 Kuwait
    • 5.3.4 Oman
    • 5.3.5 Qatar
    • 5.3.6 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.3.7 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.3.8 Rest of Middle East

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Landscape
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).
    • 6.4.1 Blue Diamond Growers
    • 6.4.2 Campbell Soup Company
    • 6.4.3 Danone SA
    • 6.4.4 Ecomil
    • 6.4.5 Eden Foods Inc.
    • 6.4.6 Green Spot Co. Ltd
    • 6.4.7 Lam Soon Group
    • 6.4.8 Oatly Group AB
    • 6.4.9 Sanitarium Health and Wellbeing Company
    • 6.4.10 Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO)
    • 6.4.11 The Bridge Srl
    • 6.4.12 The Hain Celestial Group Inc.
    • 6.4.13 Upfield Holdings BV

7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE CEOS

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 Global Overview
    • 8.1.1 Overview
    • 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
    • 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
    • 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
  • 8.2 Sources & References
  • 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
  • 8.4 Primary Insights
  • 8.5 Data Pack
  • 8.6 Glossary of Terms
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List of Tables & Figures

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  2. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES, KG, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. PRODUCTION VOLUME OF MIDDLE EAST DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET - RAW MATERIAL, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2021
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES, METRIC TONNES, BY MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES, USD MN, BY MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY CATEGORY, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY CATEGORY, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY BUTTER MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY BUTTER MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY BUTTER MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY CHEESE MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY CHEESE MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY CHEESE MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY ICE CREAM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY ICE CREAM MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY ICE CREAM MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF OAT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF OAT MILK MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF OAT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF SOY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF SOY MILK MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SOY MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY YOGURT MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY YOGURT MARKET, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY YOGURT MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, BY CATEGORY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TONNES, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD MN, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY COUNTRY , %, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, BAHRAIN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, BAHRAIN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, BAHRAIN, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, IRAN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, IRAN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, IRAN, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, KUWAIT, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, KUWAIT, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, KUWAIT, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, OMAN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, OMAN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, OMAN, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, QATAR, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, QATAR, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, QATAR, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, SAUDI ARABIA, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, SAUDI ARABIA, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, SAUDI ARABIA, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, REST OF MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, USD MN, REST OF MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, REST OF MIDDLE EAST, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, MIDDLE EAST, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, MIDDLE EAST, 2022

Middle East Dairy Alternatives Industry Segmentation

Non-Dairy Butter, Non-Dairy Cheese, Non-Dairy Ice Cream, Non-Dairy Milk, Non-Dairy Yogurt are covered as segments by Category. Off-Trade, On-Trade are covered as segments by Distribution Channel. Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates are covered as segments by Country.

  • In 2022, the distribution channel in the Middle East witnessed a growth of 2.69% compared to 2021. Off-trade retailing dominated the Middle Eastern retail space during the review period (2017-2022). In 2022, off-trade retailing held a share of 81.26%. In the Middle East, consumers are fascinated by off-trade retailing due to the greater convenience they get when purchasing dairy-free products.
  • In on-trade channels (quick-service restaurants), the prices are fixed for non-dairy products, while consumers are given several options in off-trade channels. In the Middle East, off-trade channels offer non-dairy products at varied prices (low, medium, and high). Oat milk sold by these retailing units was available from USD 2.78 to USD 35.4 in 2022. The availability of milk at varied prices also promotes the buying power among consumers as they can purchase the products that suit their affordability parameters.
  • In the Middle East, off-trade retailers focus on providing various plant-based dairy products, including different flavors such as unsweetened, chocolate, and vanilla. To increase the consumer base, they offer consumers complete information about the products, such as product specifics (ingredient used, seed used, and others). As a result, consumers purchase milk beverages through off-trade modes.
  • During the forecast period, the demand for non-dairy products is expected to increase due to the rising health consciousness among the population. As a result, the dependency on retailing units is expected to observe growth during 2025-2026 by 6.25% due to higher visibility of the product to consumers.
Category Non-Dairy Butter
Non-Dairy Cheese
Non-Dairy Ice Cream
Non-Dairy Milk By Product Type Almond Milk
Cashew Milk
Coconut Milk
Oat Milk
Soy Milk
Non-Dairy Yogurt
Distribution Channel Off-Trade Convenience Stores
Online Retail
Specialist Retailers
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Others (Warehouse clubs, gas stations, etc.)
Distribution Channel On-Trade
Country Bahrain
Iran
Kuwait
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East
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Market Definition

  • Dairy Alternatives - Dairy alternatives are foods that are made from plant-based milk/oils instead of their usual animal products, such as cheese, butter, milk, ice cream, yogurt, etc. Plant-based or non-dairy milk alternative is the fast-growing segment in the newer food product development category of functional and specialty beverage across the globe.
  • Non-Dairy Butter - Non dairy butter is a vegan butter alternative that is made from a mixture of plant oils. With an increase in alternative diets like vegetarianism, veganism, and gluten intolerance, plant butter is a healthy non-dairy substitute for normal butter.
  • Non-Dairy Ice Cream - Plant based ice cream is a growing category. Non-dairy ice cream is a type of dessert made without any animal ingredients. This is typically considered a substitute for regular ice cream for those who cannot or do not eat animal or animal-derived products, including eggs, milk, cream, or honey.
  • Plant-Based Milk - Plant based milks are milk substitutes that are made from nuts (e.g., hazelnuts, hemp seeds), seeds (e.g., sesame, walnuts, coconuts, cashews, almonds, rice, oats, etc.) or legumes (e.g., soy). Plant-based milk such as soy milk and almond milk have been popular in East Asia and the Middle East for centuries.
Keyword Definition
Cultured Butter Cultured butter is prepared by having the raw butter go through chemical processing and has been added with certain emulsifiers and foreign ingredients.
Uncultured Butter This type of butter is one which has not been processed in any way
Natural Cheese The type of cheese in its most natural form. It is made from natural and simple products and ingredients, including fresh and natural salts, natural colors, enzymes, and high-quality milk.
Processed Cheese Processed cheese undergoes the same processes as natural cheese; however, it requires more steps and many different forms of ingredients. Making processed cheese involves melting natural cheese, emulsifying it, and adding preservatives and other artificial ingredients or colorings.
Single Cream Single cream contains around 18% fat. It’s a single layer of cream that appears over boiled milk.
Double Cream Double cream contains 48% fat, more than double the amount of fat of single cream. It’s heavier and thicker than single cream
Whipping Cream This has a much higher fat percentage than single cream (36%). Used to top cakes, pies, and puddings and as a thickener for sauces, soups, and fillings.
Frozen Desserts Desserts that are meant to be eaten in frozen condition. E.g., sherbets, sorbets, frozen yogurts
UHT Milk (Ultra-high temperature milk) Milk heated at a very high temperature. Ultra-high-temperature processing (UHT) of milk involves heating for 1–8 sec at 135–154°C. which kills the spore-forming pathogenic microorganism, resulting in a product with a shelf-life of several months.
Non-dairy butter/Plant-based butter Butter made from plant-derived oil such as coconut, palm, etc.
Non-dairy Yogurt Yogurt made from typically made from nuts, like almonds, cashews, coconuts, and even other foods like soybeans, plantains, oats, and peas
On-trade It refers to restaurants, QSRs, and bars.
Off-trade It refers to supermarkets, hypermarkets, on-line channels, etc.
Neufchatel cheese One of the oldest kinds of cheese in France. It is a soft, slightly crumbly, mold-ripened, bloomy-rind cheese made in the Neufchâtel-en-Bray region of Normandy.
Flexitarian It refers to a consumer preferring a semi-vegetarian diet, that is centered on plant foods with limited or occasional inclusion of meat.
Lactose Intolerance Lactose intolerance is a reaction in digestive system to lactose, the sugar in milk. It causes uncomfortable symptoms in response to the consumption of dairy products.
Cream Cheese Cream cheese is a soft and creamy fresh cheese with a tangy taste made from milk and cream.
Sorbets Sorbet is a frozen dessert made using ice combined with fruit juice, fruit purée, or other ingredients, such as wine, liqueur, or honey.
Sherbet Sherbet is a sweetened frozen dessert made with fruit and some sort of dairy product such as milk or cream.
Shelf stable Foods that can be safely stored at room temperature, or "on the shelf," for at least one year and do not have to be cooked or refrigerated to eat safely.
DSD Direct Store Delivery is the process in supply chain management wherein the product is delivered from manufacturing plant directly to the retailer.
OU Kosher Orthodox Union Kosher is a kosher certification agency based in New York City.
Gelato Gelato is a frozen creamy dessert made with milk, heavy cream and sugar.
Grass-fed Cows Grass-fed cows are allowed to graze in pastures, where they eat a variety of grasses and clover.
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Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market Research FAQs

The Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market size is expected to reach USD 346.96 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 12.14% to reach USD 615.23 million by 2029.

In 2024, the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market size is expected to reach USD 346.96 million.

Campbell Soup Company, Danone SA, Ecomil, Green Spot Co. Ltd and Lam Soon Group are the major companies operating in the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market.

In the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market, the Off-Trade segment accounts for the largest share by distribution channel.

In 2024, Saudi Arabia accounts for the largest share by country in the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market.

In 2023, the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market size was estimated at 346.96 million. The report covers the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Middle East Dairy Alternatives Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

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