Saudi Arabia Baby Food Products Market Forecast 2025-2032

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 INSIGHTS

The 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 ANALYSIS

The 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 INSIGHTS

Leading 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.

Please Note: Report includes PDF + Excel


1. Research Scope & Methodology
1.1. Study Objectives
1.2. Methodology
1.3. Assumptions & Limitations
2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Size & Estimates
2.2. Country Snapshot
2.3. Country Analysis
2.4. Scope Of Study
2.5. Major Market Findings
2.5.1. Rising Inclination Towards Organic Baby Food Products
2.5.2. Growing Popularity Of Infant Formula
3. Market Dynamics
3.1. Key Drivers
3.1.1. Development Of Organic And Health-focused Formulas Is Catering To Evolving Parental Preferences
3.1.2. Lifestyle Changes And Increasing Birth Rates Are Driving Demand For Baby Food Products
3.1.3. Availability Of Baby Food Through Organized Retail And Digital Platforms To Drive Accessibility
3.2. Key Restraints
3.2.1. Shifting Parental Preference Toward Homemade Food Alternatives Limits Reliance On Packaged Products
3.2.2. High Costs Of Organic Baby Food Are Expected To Create Barriers For Price-sensitive Consumers
3.2.3. Increased Breastfeeding Rates Promoted By Government Initiatives Reduce The Demand For Baby Food
4. Key Analytics
4.1. Key Market Trends
4.1.1. Innovations In Baby Food Formulations And Packaging Aimed At Convenience And Waste Reduction
4.1.2. Increasing Reliance On E-commerce Platforms As A Key Distribution Channel For Baby Food Products
4.1.3. Development Of Eco-friendly And Portable Packaging Solutions Is Enhancing Product Appeal
4.2. Pestle Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Legal
4.2.6. Environmental
4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1. Buyers Power
4.3.2. Suppliers Power
4.3.3. Substitution
4.3.4. New Entrants
4.3.5. Industry Rivalry
4.4. Growth Prospect Mapping For Saudi Arabia
4.5. Market Maturity Analysis
4.6. Market Concentration Analysis
4.7. Value Chain Analysis
4.7.1. Raw Material Procurement
4.7.2. Manufacturing And Processing
4.7.3. Distribution And Logistics
4.7.4. Marketing And Consumer Engagement
4.8. Key Buying Criteria
4.8.1. Nutritional Value And Safety
4.8.2. Taste And Texture Suitability
4.8.3. Convenience And Packaging
4.8.4. Price And Brand Reputation
5. Market By Category (In Terms Of Revenue: $ Million & In Terms Of Volume: Kilotons)
5.1. Dried Baby Food
5.2. Prepared Baby Food
5.3. Other Baby Food
5.4. Milk Formula
5.4.1. Standard Milk Formula
5.4.2. Follow-on Milk Formula
5.4.3. Growing-up Milk Formula
5.4.4. Special Baby Milk Formula
6. Market By Distribution Channel
6.1. Retail Offline
6.2. Retail E-commerce
7. Competitive Landscape
7.1. Key Strategic Developments
7.1.1. Mergers & Acquisitions
7.1.2. Product Launches & Developments
7.1.3. Partnerships & Agreements
7.1.4. Business Expansions & Divestitures
7.2. Market Share Analysis
7.3. Brand Share Analysis
7.4. Company Profiles
7.4.1. Abbott Laboratories Inc
7.4.1.1. Company Overview
7.4.1.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.1.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.2. Almarai Co Ltd
7.4.2.1. Company Overview
7.4.2.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.2.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.3. Bel Middle East Fz Llc
7.4.3.1. Company Overview
7.4.3.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.3.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.4. Binzagr Co
7.4.4.1. Company Overview
7.4.4.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.4.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.5. Biofoodnutrition Se
7.4.5.1. Company Overview
7.4.5.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.5.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.6. Cigalah Group
7.4.6.1. Company Overview
7.4.6.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.6.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.7. Danya Foods Ltd
7.4.7.1. Company Overview
7.4.7.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.7.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.8. Enmaeyat Group
7.4.8.1. Company Overview
7.4.8.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.8.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.9. Hero Group Gmbh
7.4.9.1. Company Overview
7.4.9.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.9.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.10. Holle Baby Food Gmbh
7.4.10.1. Company Overview
7.4.10.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.10.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.11. Laboratorios Ordesa Sl
7.4.11.1. Company Overview
7.4.11.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.11.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.12. Liptis Nutrition Ltd
7.4.12.1. Company Overview
7.4.12.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.12.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.13. Nestlé Sa
7.4.13.1. Company Overview
7.4.13.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.13.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.14. Nestlé Saudi Arabia Llc
7.4.14.1. Company Overview
7.4.14.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.14.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.15. Nutricia Sa
7.4.15.1. Company Overview
7.4.15.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.15.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.16. Pharmalys Laboratories Sa
7.4.16.1. Company Overview
7.4.16.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.16.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.17. Ronesca
7.4.17.1. Company Overview
7.4.17.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.17.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.18. United Pharmaceuticals Sa
7.4.18.1. Company Overview
7.4.18.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.18.3. Strengths & Challenges
7.4.19. Larinal International
7.4.19.1. Company Overview
7.4.19.2. Product Portfolio
7.4.19.3. Strengths & Challenges

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