The Germany whey protein market size was valued at USD 3211.31 million in 2022 and is estimated to surpass) USD 7090.65 million by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period, 2023–2031.
The growth of the market is attributed to the rapid growth in demand due to rising physical fitness and sports activities along with increasing demand for whey protein as alternative to conventional protein sources due to its environmental and health benefits. People indulged in sports and fitness activities commonly use whey as supplementation to help improve muscle protein synthesis and promote the growth of lean muscle mass.
Whey protein can be separated from the casein in milk or formed as a by-product of cheese making. Milk contains two main types of protein: casein which is 80% of total composition and whey which is 20% and is found in the watery portion of milk.
After its separation during cheese production, whey goes through different processing steps to reach its final stage and become what people generally recognise as whey protein, a powder that is added to shakes, used as meal replacements, and into protein bars.
Whey protein is considered a complete protein as it contains all 9 essential amino acids and is low in lactose content. Proteins are also the building blocks of the contractile elements in your muscles. They are assembled from amino acids, smaller molecules that are linked together like beads on a string. Whey protein is used for enhancing athletic performance, increasing strength, and to lose weight. It is a source of protein that improves the nutrient content of the diet.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
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Growing consumption of protein formulation among infants and increasing awareness about its health benefits is anticipated to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
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Increasing adoption of whey as primary protein source by sports and fitness athletes is expected to boost the market expansion in the coming years.
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Whey protein is made from milk and due to which people, who are allergic to milk may opt for alternate protein sources and high dosage consumption may lead to health issues such as stomach pains and cramps which act as key challenges that can hinder the market growth in the coming years.
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High cost of manufacturing whey protein and undefined regulatory guidelines are projected to restrict the market expansion during the forecast period.
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R&D investment and technological advancement focused on developing state-of-the art techniques and processes to reduce costs and manufacture high quality products are expected to create significant opportunities for the market players.
Scope of Whey Protein Market Report
The report on the Germany whey protein market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details
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Report Title
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Whey Protein Market - Germany Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016–2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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Types (Concentrate Whey Protein, Isolate Whey Protein, and Hydrolyzed Whey Protein), Applications (Sport Nutrition & Fitness, Baby Food, Kids and Teens Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Animal Feed, and Meal Replacement), Products (Ready to Eat, Ready to Mix, and Ready to Drink), Distribution Channels (Supermarkets, Pharmaceutical & Medical Stores, Wellness Stores, Specialist Sports Stores, and Online E-Commerce)
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Geographic Zone
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Germany
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast,
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Fonterra Co-operative Group, Arla Foods, Milk Specialties Global, Friesland Campina, Glanbia Plc, Champignon-Hofmeister Group, DMK group, Westland Milk Products, Land O'Lakes Inc
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Whey Protein Market Segment Insights
Concentrate segment is projected to exhibit high CAGR
Based on types, Germany whey protein market is segmented into concentrate whey protein, isolate whey protein, and hydrolyzed whey protein. Concentrate segment is projected to exhibit high CAGR. Concentrate whey protein products vary widely in their protein, lactose, and fat content. Whey protein concentrate is in many protein drinks, bars, nutritional products, and used in infant formula which are expected to spur market growth during the forecast period.
However, isolate whey protein is anticipated grow at a considerable pace in the coming years. This type is considered as high in protein and low in fat or lactose which is suitable to be used in supplements such as bars and drinks. It also may be suitable choice for people who are lactose intolerant.
Sports Nutrition & Fitness is expected to expand at a significant pace
Based on applications, Germany whey protein is segregated into sport nutrition & fitness, baby food, kids and teens nutrition, clinical nutrition, animal feed, and meal replacement. Sports nutrition & fitness is expected to expand at a significant pace due to increasing demand in athletes for whey protein owing to it health benefits.
Whey protein supplementation along with resistance exercise can help improve muscle protein synthesis and promote the growth of lean tissue mass which is projected to spur market expansion in the coming years. On the other hand, baby food segment is anticipated to grow at considerable rate owing to increasing demand of using whey protein in infant formulas in the recent years.
Ready to eat segment is anticipated to account for major market share
In terms of products, Germany whey protein market is segmented into ready to eat, ready to mix, and ready to drink. Ready to eat segment is anticipated to account for major market share. Read to eat products act as meal supplements which can be prepared in 2-5 minutes just by adding hot water to it and provide enhanced nutritional value over the conventional meals. On the other hand, ready to drink segment is expected to expand at high CAGR owing to increasing demand for the products in sports sector along with growing health awareness among the people.
Supermarkets are projected to constitute a large market share
Based on distribution channels, Germany whey protein market is segregated into supermarkets, pharmaceutical & medical stores, wellness stores, specialist sports stores, and online e-commerce. Supermarkets are projected to constitute a large market share owing to the availability to various types of high-quality whey protein products.
However, online e-commerce segment is expected to expand at immense. The segment growth is attributed to impositions of lockdowns across the country due to covid-19, this prompted people to buy whey protein products through various online e-commerce platforms. Online e-commerce provides people with ease and convenience along with various products.
Segments
The Germany whey protein market has been segmented on the basis of
Types
- Concentrate Whey Protein
- Isolate Whey Protein
- Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
Applications
- Sport Nutrition & Fitness
- Baby Food
- Kids and Teens Nutrition
- Clinical Nutrition
- Animal Feed
- Meal Replacement
Products
- Ready to Eat
- Ready to Mix
- Ready to Drink
Distribution Channels
- Supermarkets
- Pharmaceutical & Medical Stores
- Wellness Stores
- Specialist Sports Stores
- Online E-Commerce
Country
Key Players
- Fonterra Co-operative Group
- Arla Foods
- Milk Specialties Global
- Friesland Campina
- Glanbia Plc
- Champignon-Hofmeister Group
- DMK group
- Westland Milk Products
- Land O'Lakes Inc
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the Germany whey protein market including Fonterra Co-operative Group, Arla Foods, Milk Specialties Global, Friesland Campina, Glanbia Plc, Champignon-Hofmeister Group, DMK group, Westland Milk Products, Land O'Lakes Inc.
