Infant Formula Market Growth Drivers, Trends, and Regional Forecast by 2031

Historic Data: 2021-2023   |   Base Year: 2024   |   Forecast Period: 2025-2031

Coverage: Infant Formula Market covers analysis by Product Type (Starting Milk Formula, Follow-on Milk Formula, Toddlers Milk Formula, Special Milk Formula); Distribution Channel (Supermarkets, Online Stores, Pharmacy Stores, Specialty Stores, Others) , and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South and Central America)

  • Report Date : Aug 2025
  • Report Code : TIPRE00003976
  • Category : Consumer Goods
  • Status : Upcoming
  • Available Report Formats : pdf-format excel-format
  • No. of Pages : 150

The infant formula market accounted for approximately US$ 70 billion in 2021 and is projected to exceed US$ 130 billion by 2031 with an estimated CAGR of 9.5% between 2022 and 2031.

Infant formula market is expected to witness a significant growth during the forecast period. The demand for infant formula has surged due to growing focus on infant care and nutrition, increasing research and development activities, and industry focus on innovation and development of new products. Increasing adoption of infant formula by middle-class population in emerging economies is further contributing to the growth of the market. Further, the consumer inclination toward clean-label and plant-based products is expected to pose growth opportunity for the market. In developed countries, the growth of the infant formula market is attributed to rising awareness about health benefits of infant formula.

MARKET DYNAMICS

Infant formula is specially designed formulation for infants to promote their overall growth and provide overall nutritional benefits. Infant formula consists of various nutrients such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, and others that help the overall development of infants. Various government institutes and organizations such as World Health Organization (WHO), Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) are regulating the infant formula product to ensure the high quality of the products. Such stringent organizations regarding the quality of the products have driven consumer inclination toward the adoption of the products. 

MARKET SCOPE

The "Global Infant Formula Market Analysis to 2031" is a specialized and in-depth study of the infant formula market with a special focus on the global market trend analysis. The report aims to provide an overview of the infant formula market with detailed market segmentation. The report provides key statistics on the market status of leading market players and highlights key trends and opportunities in the infant formula market.

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Infant Formula Market: Strategic Insights

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MARKET SEGMENTATION

The global infant formula market is segmented into type, category, and distribution channel. Based on type, the market is further segmented into starting milk formula, follow-on milk formula, toddler’s milk formula, and specialty milk formula. By category, the market is bifurcated into organic and conventional. In terms of distribution channel, the market is categorized into supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, online retail, and others.

REGIONAL FRAMEWORK

The report provides a detailed industry overview, including qualitative and quantitative information. It provides an overview and forecast of the global infant formula market based on various segments. It also provides market size and forecast estimates from 2021 to 2031 with respect to 5 major regions: North America, Europe, Asia (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South America. The infant formula market by each region is later sub-segmented by respective countries. The report covers analysis and forecast of 18 countries globally along with current trends and opportunities prevailing in the region.

From the regional perspective, APAC dominated the infant formula market. The dominance of this regional market is mainly driven by the strong demands emerging from high birth rate. Increasing number of working population, growing disposable income, and rise in malnutrition cases among infants are among the other factors aiding the infant formula market.

The below figure showcases the revenue growth trend in the global infant formula market:

The report analyzes factors affecting the infant formula market from both the demand and supply side. Further, it evaluates market dynamics, i.e., drivers, restraints, opportunities, and future trends, influencing the market during the forecast period. The report also provides an exhaustive Porter's five forces analysis highlighting the factors affecting the infant formula market.

IMPACT OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The COVID-19 outbreak resulted the significant shortage of infant formula globally. The shortage was led owing to disruption in supply chain and recent recalls of several infant formula products over contamination issue. According to the study conducted by UC Merced Lactation Attachment Technology and Child Health (LATCH) Lab in collaboration with UC Irvine and the University of Toronto in May 2022, stated that 69% of families had trouble accessing infant formula. Supply chain disruptions created a shortage of raw materials, which affected the production and distribution of various products, leading to increased prices. Above mentioned factors, hampered the profitability of various small-scale and large-scale producers. However, since 2021, the demand for infant formula has surged owing to rising focus on infant nutrition for proper development and improve immunity. This would propel the procurement of infant formula, which would eventually result in a notable growth of the market during the forecast period.

MARKET PLAYERS

The reports cover key developments in organic and inorganic growth strategies in the infant formula market. Various companies are focusing on organic growth strategies, such as product launches, product approvals, and others, including patents and events. Inorganic growth strategies witnessed in the market were acquisitions and partnerships and collaborations. These activities have paved the way for expanding market players' business and customer base. With the rising demand for infant formula, market players are anticipated to have lucrative growth opportunities in the near future.

The report also includes the profiles of key companies in this market, their SWOT analysis, and market strategies. In addition, the report focuses on leading industry players with information, such as company profiles, components, and services offered, financial information of the last 3 years, and key development in the past 5 years. Below mentioned is the list of a few companies engaged in the infant formula market:

  • Nestlé
  • Abbott
  • Danone SA
  • Arla Foods amba
  • Bellamy's Organic
  • The Kraft Heinz Company
  • Perrigo Company plc
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC
  • Burt's Bees
  • HiPP GmbH & Co. Vertrieb KG


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Report Scope

Infant Formula Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Infant Formula Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Infant Formula Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

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Infant Formula Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2024 US$ 91.9 Billion
Market Size by 2031 US$ 173.48 Billion
Global CAGR (2025 - 2031) 9.50%
Historical Data 2021-2023
Forecast period 2025-2031
Segments Covered By Product Type
  • Starting Milk Formula
  • Follow-on Milk Formula
  • Toddlers Milk Formula
  • Special Milk Formula
By Distribution Channel
  • Supermarkets
  • Online Stores
  • Pharmacy Stores
  • Specialty Stores
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Arla Foods amba
  • Bellamy's Organic
  • Danone Nutricia
  • Glanbia plc,
  • Mead Johnson and Company, LLC.
  • Nestle S.A.,
  • Perrigo Nutritionals
  • Pfizer Inc.

  • Infant Formula Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

    The Infant Formula Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

    Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.

    Major Companies operating in the Infant Formula Market are:

    1. Abbott Laboratories
    2. Arla Foods amba
    3. Bellamy's Organic
    4. Danone Nutricia
    5. Glanbia plc,

    Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.


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    1. Abbott Laboratories
    2. Arla Foods amba
    3. Bellamy's Organic
    4. Danone Nutricia
    5. Glanbia plc,
    6. Mead Johnson and Company, LLC.
    7. Nestle S.A.,
    8. Perrigo Nutritionals
    9. Pfizer Inc.
    10. The Hain Celestial Group

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