Lactose-Free Dairy Market By Type (Milk, Cheese, Yogurt, Others), By Form (Solid, Liquid, Powder), By Distribution Channel (Hypermarkets/Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Online Channels, Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031
The global lactose-free dairy market was valued at $11.45 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $24.36 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 8% from 2022 to 2031. Lactose-free dairy is a commercial product prepared from lactose-free milk. Lactose is a form of sugar present in milk that some individuals find difficult to digest. Lactose-free dairy products are created by adding lactase to ordinary cow milk. Lactase is an enzyme that is naturally created in the small intestine of an individual and is responsible for the breakdown of lactose in the body. Lactase, which is utilized in lactose-free dairy, is commercially manufactured and may be extracted from yeasts such as Kluyveromyces fragilis and Kluyveromyces lactis as well as molds such as Aspergillus niger and Aspergillus oryzae. The lactose in milk is decreased using ultrafiltration, resulting in milk with up to 50% less total sugar, giving customers who are seeking to restrict or avoid sweets an option. Ultrafiltration extends the shelf life of the product, making it appropriate for long-term consumption. Lactose-free dairy products have a similar flavor, texture, and nutritional profile to conventional milk and milk products that are available in the market.
The consumption of lactose-free dairy food is not only limited to nutritional needs but also the issues related to intolerances or allergies. Some consumers prefer these products as they are healthy while others consume these products to avoid allergies or any other health-related issues. Lactose-free dairy helps to maintain lactase enzyme content in the body. Lactase present in the body not only helps to break the lactose but also assists in breaking the gluten that damages the inner lining of the stomach which leads to celiac disease. Celiac disease and lactose intolerance lead to gas, bloating, and abdominal pain when consumed in any form. To prevent the ill effects of lactose, the lactose-free product is an easy alternative that helps eliminate many unpleasant symptoms related to lactose intolerance.
The lactose-free dairy industry is experiencing demand in the consumption of quick-service restaurant goods, such as pasta, pizza, burgers, shakes, and ice cream (QSRs). Furthermore, the extended shelf life of chosen lactose-free dairy products, increase in the disposable income of people and increase in demand for protein-rich food products contribute toward market expansion. However, the rise in obesity rates increased health consciousness among adults as well as hazardous chemicals and components in processed dairy products, limiting market development.
There has been a significant increase in the working population over the last decade. This has resulted in, tight schedules, higher workloads, and arduous commutes. Customers are looking for quick and packaged food & beverages to satisfy their hunger while saving time because of the rise in work pressure. Packaged food & beverages expose consumers to major health risks such as gut inflammation, cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and others. Furthermore, obesity is the most frequent problem encountered by worldwide consumers. According to ourworldindata.org study in 2020, 39 million children under the age of 5 were obese and overweight. There is an increase in awareness among people about the benefits of eating healthier. Customers have shifted toward lactose-free food due to the availability of lactose-free dairy products in the market, which fuels the growth of the market.
The lactose-free dairy market is segmented on the basis of type, form, distribution channel, and region. On the basis of type, the market is categorized into milk, cheese, yogurt, and others. On the basis of form, it is segregated into solid, liquid, and powder. On the basis of distribution channels, it is divided into hypermarkets/supermarkets, convenience stores, online channels, and others. On the basis of region, it is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Brazil, Turkey, South Africa, Argentina, and Rest of LAMEA).
The players operating in the global lactose-free dairy market have adopted various developmental strategies to increase their lactose-free dairy market share, increase profitability, and remain competitive in the market. The key players profiled in this report include Arla Foods amba, Danone S.A., General Mills, Inc., Gujrat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (AMUL), Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc., Lifeway Foods, Inc., Nestle S.A., Organic Valley, Saputo, Inc., and Smithfoods, Inc. Some of the additional companies in the lactose-free dairy business are Agri Mark, Inc., Fonterra Group, Lala U.S., The Kraft Heinz Group, Prairie Farms Dairy, The Coca-Cola Company, and others.
Key Benefits For Stakeholders
This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the lactose-free dairy market analysis from 2021 to 2031 to identify the prevailing lactose-free dairy market opportunities.
The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
In-depth analysis of the lactose-free dairy market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global lactose-free dairy market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
Key Market Segments
By Type
Milk
Cheese
Yogurt
Others
By Form
Solid
Liquid
Powder
By Distribution Channel
Hypermarkets/Supermarkets
Convenience Stores
Online Channels
Others
By Region
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
U.K.
France
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
LAMEA
Brazil
Turkey
South Africa
Argentina
Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
Arla Foods AMBA
Danone S.A.
General Mills, Inc.
Gujrat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (AMUL)
Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.
Lifeway Foods, Inc.
Nestle S.A.
Organic Valley
Saputo, Inc.
The Kroger Company
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