Saudi Arabia Baby Food Products Market Forecast 2025-2032
The Saudi Arabia baby food products market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.87% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2032. The market was valued at $868.45 million in 2024 and is expected to reach a revenue of $1343.35 million by 2032. In terms of volume, the Saudi Arabia baby food products market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.63% between 2025 to 2032. The market was valued at 32.96 kilotons in 2024 and is expected to reach a volume of 40.25 kilotons by 2032.
MARKET INSIGHTSThe baby food products market in Saudi Arabia has experienced significant changes in recent years, particularly in the area of baby milk formula. Until 2020, the government played a key role in ensuring that baby milk formula remains affordable by offering subsidies. However, as companies began to prioritize profitability in a market seen as lucrative, the government intervened by capping formula prices and removing subsidies. Additionally, the introduction of a 15% VAT on various goods, including baby milk formula, further increased costs, leading to a decrease in retail sales volumes.
Beyond fiscal changes, adjustments in the healthcare system have also had an impact on the market. Previously, a wide range of baby milk formulas, including standard, follow-on, and growing-up formulas, were covered by medical insurance. However, concerns about misuse and overreliance on formula led to changes in insurance coverage; since 2022, only specialty milk formulas have been covered. This shift has created additional pressure on sales volumes and influenced consumer behavior in the market.
As a result of these changes, many parents in Saudi Arabia have been prompted to reconsider their expenditure on baby food products. The combined effect of higher prices due to VAT and the reduction in insurance coverage for common formulas has made families more cautious in their purchasing decisions. This reflects a broader trend of adapting to new financial and regulatory conditions within the market. With these changes, the market has experienced a transformation driven by fiscal and regulatory factors. The removal of subsidies, imposition of taxes, and limited insurance coverage have made the environment more challenging for both consumers and suppliers.
SEGMENTATION ANALYSISThe report on the Saudi Arabia baby food products market includes segmentation analysis on the basis of category and distribution channel.
Market by Category:
• Dried Baby Food
• Prepared Baby Food
• Other Baby Food
• Milk Formula
o Standard Milk Formula
o Follow-on Milk Formula
o Growing-Up Milk Formula
o Special Baby Milk Formula
Market by Distribution Channel:
• Retail Offline
• Retail E-commerce
Inkwood Research’s report on the Saudi Arabia baby food products market provides in-depth insights as well as the market’s segmentation analysis. The detailed evaluation of the market includes PESTLE Analysis, Market Maturity Analysis, Market Concentration Analysis, Value Chain Analysis, Key Buying Criteria, and Competitive Landscape.
COMPETITIVE INSIGHTSLeading players operating in the Saudi Arabia baby food products market include Nestlé Saudi Arabia LLC, Abbott Laboratories Inc, RONESCA, Laboratorios Ordesa SL, Cigalah Group, Almarai Co Ltd, United Pharmaceuticals SA, etc.
Abbott Laboratories (Abbott) is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide array of healthcare products, including branded generic medications, diagnostic equipment, and pediatric and adult nutrition products, such as baby food. The company’s medical devices span heart failure, electrophysiology, rhythm management, vascular and structural heart conditions, and neuromodulation. Abbott also produces minerals, nutrition products, and dietary supplements. With research and development facilities in countries like the US, China, Colombia, India, Singapore, Spain, and the UK, Abbott has a global presence with manufacturing plants. Abbott’s products reach markets across North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Africa. The company’s headquarters is in Abbott Park, Illinois, USA.
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