Soy Beverages Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Type (Organic, Conventional and Other Types), By Flavour (Flavoured Soy Beverages, Unflavoured Soy Beverages, Plain Soy Beverages and Other Flavours), By Distribution Channel, By Product and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Soy Beverages Market is accounted for $22.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $36.1 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period. The term ""soy beverage"" refers to the category of drinks that are recognised as being a good source of nutrients and a substitute for milk. This type of beverage is made from plants and is created by taking the nutrients out of soybeans. Many vegetarian and vegan recipes demand for soy milk, soy drink, or soy beverage in their original, unenriched forms. In order to make shakes, smoothies, soy yoghurt, and a wide range of other foods, it is used in place of dairy milk. Soy milk is particularly popular in China and Japan.
Market Dynamics:Driver: Rising popularity of plant-based beverages
Due to the growing consumer demand for dairy alternatives, the worldwide soy beverage market is expanding at a promising pace. There are a number of reasons for the rising popularity of non-dairy milk, including lactose intolerance, lactose allergies, and the popular vegan or plant-based diet. Concerns over dairy cattle's use of hormones, antibiotics, and saturated fat are growing, which is driving up demand for soy milk and other plant-based beverages. Additionally, the high protein profile of soy drinks is helping them become more popular as a result of growing consumer demand for plant proteins.
Restraint:Availability of other plant-based beverage alternatives
A significant barrier to the expansion of the global soy beverage market is anticipated to be the availability of other plant-based, non-dairy beverages. Due to their flavour characteristics, plant-based beverages created with components like cashews, almonds, and oats are becoming more and more popular with consumers. Functional beverages made with oats, for instance, are popular because of their great nutritional value. These elements are hindering the market growth.
Opportunity:New product launch
The market is expanding as a result of the numerous new product developments and advancements in the soy beverage category. Manufacturers are projected to increase demand for these products through the use of cutting-edge techniques, including fortifying soy beverages with specific nutrients to make them more similar to dairy milk and packaging improvements. Soy milk and yoghurt-based consumable goods have been introduced more frequently in the global market for soy beverages. In order to overcome market rivalry, vendors use strategies like launching new products. To gain more market share, they make investments in the creation of innovative soy beverages. For instance, the Seoul Dairy Cooperative in South Korea introduced Achimae soy milk in August 2018. This nutrient-dense soy milk beverage is enhanced with chickpea protein and comes in a microwaveable aseptic carton pack.
Threat:Soy allergy and its side effects
Soymilk is generally safe to consume and doesn't have any negative side effects. But if an individual has a soy allergy, they should stay away from soy milk. Soy allergy stands among the top nine food allergies, according to Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE). Due to the widespread usage of soy in processed foods, such as soy lecithin and soybean oil, it can be difficult to eliminate. Soy milk can cause some people to have mild side effects like stomach aches, skin rashes or itching, stuffy noses, and wheezing. Diarrhoea, vomiting, and, in rare instances, anaphylactic shock are more serious adverse effects.
Covid-19 Impact:Due to the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, suppliers in the regional soy beverage sector experienced adverse effects on their business operations. However, the nationwide lockdowns were revoked in H2 2021 as a result of the availability of vaccines, higher vaccination rates among the populace, and a drop in COVID-19 cases. As a result, as retail establishments such as grocery stores, convenience stores, hypermarkets, and supermarkets reopened in the area, demand for soy beverages returned to normal. Consumers in the area have begun to take their health more seriously since the COVID-19 outbreak. Due to improved consumer awareness and the adoption of better lifestyles, there is a growing preference for healthier food and beverage options.
The soy milk segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
Soy milk surpasses almond milk in terms of protein; regular almond milk may have less calories—just 47 per cup—but only supplies 1.6 g of protein, according to the USDA. This segment dominated the market in 2022 and is predicted to hold the largest share over the forecast period. Moreover, pea protein can be utilised in almond milk products with additional protein to increase the protein content, but consumers should always check the product labels to be assured.
The Supermarkets/Hypermarkets segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Because supermarkets and hypermarkets provide customers with more competitive prices compared to traditional stores, it is anticipated that this segment will see the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Additionally, these shops have sufficient refrigeration to preserve products' attributes without compromising their freshness for longer periods of time. However, supermarkets and hypermarkets provide enough shelf space for the items to be demonstrated, and soymilk is available in a variety of flavours in addition to its natural flavour and a number of fortifications.
Region with largest share:Owing to the growing trend of healthy drinking in the region, North America is predicted to have the largest share during the projected period. The rise in popularity of ready-to-drink beverages as healthy snacks has been associated with industry expansion in the area. Furthermore, due to customers' growing awareness of their health benefits, vegan, non-GMO, and non-dairy beverages are becoming increasingly popular. However, to accommodate the region's rising demand for soy beverages, the leading companies are launching novel brands.
Region with highest CAGR:Due to increased disposable incomes, rising concerns about dairy milk, and the need for processed foods, Asia-Pacific has the highest growth rate for soy beverages over the extrapolated period. Due to consumer perceptions that plant-based milks are healthier than dairy milk, demand for them is rising in the area. Additionally, demand for plant-based soft drinks is anticipated to rise as tourism and hospitality expand. Moreover, due to the ageing population and rising rates of lifestyle diseases in Asia Pacific, consumers are migrating towards functional foods that provide a wide range of health benefits.
Key players in the marketSome of the key players in Soy Beverages market include Danone SA, Devansoy, Eden Foods, Jaffe Bros. Natural Foods, Kikkoman Pearl Soy Milk, Lam Soon Group, Nestle SA, Organic Valley, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Pacific Foods of Oregon Llc, PureHarvest, The Hain Celestial Group, Tofusan Co. Ltd., Trader Joe's and ZenSoy.
Key Developments:In March 2020, Japanese Beverage Company Asahi launched a plant-based version of its cultured milk drink Calpis, using soy milk instead of dairy milk.
In January 2018, Hershey’s launched its soy milk beverage, Sofit in the United States after its tremendous success in India.
Types Covered:
• Organic
• Conventional
• Other Types
Flavours Covered:
• Flavoured Soy Beverages
• Unflavoured Soy Beverages
• Plain Soy Beverages
• Other Flavours
Distribution Channels Covered:
• Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Specialty Stores
• Online Sales Channel
• Pharmacies/Drug Stores
• Departmental Stores
• Other Distribution Channels
Products Covered:
• Soy-Based Drinkable Yogurt
• Soy Milk
• Other Products
Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
What our report offers:- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025, and 2028
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements