Italy Whey Protein Market Analysis, Growth & Forecast [2031]

Segments - Italy Whey Protein Market by Types (Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate, and Hydrolyzed Whey Protein), Applications (Sports and Performance Nutrition, Infant Formula, and Functional/Fortified Food) - Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, And Forecast 2023 – 2031.

Author : Anuradha B. More

Fact-checked by : Vaibhav Chandola

Editor : Shruti Bhat

Report Description

Italy Whey Protein Market Outlook 2031

The Italy whey protein market size was USD 191.05 Million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 314.65 Million by 2031 expand at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period, 2023 – 2031. The growth of the market is attributed to increasing demand for high nutritional products and functional beverages.

Whey proteins consist of α-lactalbumin, β-lactoglobulin, serum albumin, and immunoglobulins. It is marketed as a dietary supplement. For muscle growth, whey protein has been preferred more than casein and soy.

The primary objective of whey protein supplements is to improve muscle growth and development. During exercising, muscle proteins are broken down into free amino acids, and they undergo the process of oxidizing in mitochondria to produce energy. Eating whey protein supplements before the workout enhance the muscle recovery, as it increases the free amino acids in the body.

Italy Whey Protein Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities:

Rising preference for natural products and increasing concerns regarding meat safety are expected to propel the whey protein market growth.
Increasing demand for healthy and sustainable food is anticipated to positively impact the growth of market.
Growing demand for ready-to-eat foods in fitness diet centers is speculated to drive the whey protein market.
Increasing number of health & fitness centers is expected to boost the growth of the Italy whey protein market.
The COVID-19 outbreak led to the closedown of fitness centers across the globe. This, in turn, had hampered the growth of the market in 2020. However, declining number of cases and relaxation in restriction are expected to foster the market growth.
High cost of production of whey protein can hinder the market growth.
Growing research and developments to explore various whey protein applications across food and beverages products by manufacturers in collaboration with the universities and institutes are expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market growth in the country.

Scope of the Italy Whey Protein Market Report

The report on the Italy whey protein market research report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Attributes	Details
Report Title	Whey protein market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
Base Year	2022
Historic Data	2016–2021
Forecast Period	2023–2031
Segmentation	Types (Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate, And Hydrolyzed Whey Protein) and Applications (Sports and Performance Nutrition, Infant Formula, And Functional/Fortified Food)
Geographical Zone	Italy
Report Coverage	Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
Key Players Covered in the Report	Arla Foods, Carbery Group, Glanbia Plc, Lactalis Ingredients, Meggle Group, Fonterra Co-operative Group.

Italy Whey Protein Market Segment Insights

Whey protein isolate segment to account a major market share

Based on types, the market is divided into whey protein concentrate, whey protein isolate, and hydrolyzed whey protein. The whey protein isolate segment is anticipated to account for a major market share during the forecast period. Whey protein isolate is the purest form of whey protein. It contains more than 90% of protein. The high protein proportion with minimum or no lactose content. It also has low fat and carbohydrate proportion.

Whey protein isolate is suitable for people with lactose intolerance. The microfiltration of whey protein has higher biological value and the body can use it more effectively. Microfiltration takes place at low temperatures, low pressure and normal pH. Cross-flow microfiltration is the most preferred process by the key manufacturers. Increasing inclination toward fitness activities is driving the growth of the market segment.

Sports and performance nutrition segment to dominate the market share

On the basis of applications, the Italy whey protein market is segmented into sports and performance nutrition, infant formula, and functional/fortified food. The sports and performance nutrition segment is anticipated to dominate the market share during forecast period. Growing demand from the sports industry is expected to drive the whey protein market.

Increasing awareness among the mass to be fit and remain in shape along with enhancing the body immunity is anticipated to drive the demand for whey protein in urban and rural areas. Increasing number of muscle and fitness enthusiasts has prompted a growing consumer demand for protein sports beverages, specialized nutritional drinks, and nutritional snack bars.

Segments

The Market Italy whey protein has been segmented on the basis of

Types

Whey Protein Concentrate
Whey Protein Isolate
Hydrolyzed Whey Protein

Applications

Sports And Performance Nutrition
Infant Formula
Functional/Fortified Food

Key Players

Arla Foods
Carbery Group
Glanbia Plc
Lactalis Ingredients
Meggle Group
Fonterra Co-operative Group

Competitive Landscape

Key players operating in the Italy whey protein market includes Arla Foods, Carbery Group, Glanbia Plc, Lactalis Ingredients, Meggle Group, and Fonterra Co-operative Group. Companies are engaging in partnerships and acquisitions to expand their market share.

Italy Whey Protein Market Key Players

Table Of Content

1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Whey Protein Market Overview
  4.1. Introduction
     4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
     4.1.2. Market Definition
  4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
     4.2.1. Industry Outlook
  4.3. Whey Protein Market Dynamics
     4.3.1. Market Drivers
     4.3.2. Market Restraints
     4.3.3. Opportunity
     4.3.4. Market Trends
  4.4. Whey Protein Market - Supply Chain
  4.5. Global Whey Protein Market Forecast
     4.5.1. Whey Protein Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
     4.5.2. Whey Protein Market Size (000â€™ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
     4.5.3. Whey Protein Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Whey Protein Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
  5.1. Market Trends
  5.2. Introduction
     5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
     5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
  5.3. Whey Protein Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
     5.3.1. North America
     5.3.2. Latin America
     5.3.3. Europe
     5.3.4. Asia Pacific
     5.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
  5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
  5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
  5.6. Global Whey Protein Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
6. North America Whey Protein Market Analysis and Forecast
  6.1. Introduction
     6.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     6.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
  6.2. North America Whey Protein Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     6.2.1. U.S.
     6.2.2. Canada
  6.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  6.4. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     6.4.1. By Country
     6.4.2. By Product Type
     6.4.3. By Application
  6.5. North America Whey Protein Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
7. Latin America Whey Protein Market Analysis and Forecast
  7.1. Introduction
     7.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     7.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     7.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
  7.2. Latin America Whey Protein Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
      7.2.1. Brazil
      7.2.2. Mexico
      7.2.3. Rest of Latin America
   7.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  7.4. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     7.4.1. By Country
     7.4.2. By Product Type
     7.4.3. By Application
  7.5. Latin America Whey Protein Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. Europe Whey Protein Market Analysis and Forecast
  8.1. Introduction
     8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     8.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
  8.2. Europe Whey Protein Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     8.2.1. Germany
     8.2.2. France
     8.2.3. Italy
     8.2.4. U.K.
     8.2.5. Spain
     8.2.6. Russia
     8.2.7. Rest of Europe
  8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  8.4. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     8.4.1. By Country
     8.4.2. By Product Type
     8.4.3. By Application
  8.5. Europe Whey Protein Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Asia Pacific Whey Protein Market Analysis and Forecast
  9.1. Introduction
     9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     9.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
  9.2. Asia Pacific Whey Protein Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     9.2.1. China
     9.2.2. Japan
     9.2.3. South Korea
     9.2.4. India
     9.2.5. Australia
     9.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
  9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  9.4. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     9.4.1. By Country
     9.4.2. By Product Type
     9.4.3. By Application
  9.5. Asia Pacific Whey Protein Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Middle East & Africa Whey Protein Market Analysis and Forecast
  10.1. Introduction
     10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     10.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
  10.2. Middle East & Africa Whey Protein Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     10.2.1. Saudi Arabia
     10.2.2. South Africa
     10.2.3. UAE
     10.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
  10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  10.4. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     10.4.1. By Country
     10.4.2. By Product Type
     10.4.3. By Application
  10.5. Middle East & Africa Whey Protein Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Competition Landscape
  11.1. Global Whey Protein Market: Market Share Analysis
  11.2. Whey Protein Distributors and Customers
  11.3. Whey Protein Market: Competitive Dashboard
  11.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
     11.4.1. Arla Foods Carbery Group Glanbia Plc Lactalis Ingredients Meggle Group Fonterra Co-operative Group