UAE Ice Cream Market Growth and Analysis by 2028

The UAE ice cream market is projected to reach US$ 157.46 million by 2028 from US$ 126.21 million in 2021; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.2% from 2021 to 2028.

Ice cream, a sweet frozen delicacy, is usually prepared from cream or milk and sweetened with sugar, corn syrup, or artificial sweetening agents. It is added with flavoring agents such as vanilla and cocoa to impart characteristic flavors. Ice creams became more common after the development of cold warehouses, and HVAC and refrigeration systems. The burgeoning popularity of ice cream has led to the introduction of a number of variations, including frozen yogurt, frozen custard, and non-dairy versions made with ingredients such as coconut milk. Ice creams with less than 10% milk fat content are classified as ice milk and widely known as low fat ice cream. Ice creams with high milk fat content have a smoother texture and rich appearance as they contain low water content and fewer ice crystals.

The UAE has traditionally been an oil-based economy, but in the recent years, it has started to promote itself as a major tourist hub in the gulf region. With the rise in tourist footfall, the tourism industry in the country is witnessing a boom. Cities such as Dubai have become a major shopping destination owing to the development of large number of shopping malls, supermarkets, and hypermarkets. The flourishing restaurant business in UAE has generated a significant demand for desserts such as ice creams. To cater to the local tastes, international ice cream manufacturers are localizing their products according to the consumer preferences. The UAE enjoys hot sunny days during most part of the year. The hot climate and sweltering afternoons in the UAE create perfect conditions for the consumption of frozen desserts and ice creams.

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected economies and industries in various countries due to lockdowns, travel restrictions, and business shutdowns. The UAE also implemented a country-wide lockdown that resulted in the shutdown of restaurants, malls, retail outlets, and manufacturing plants, which adversely affected the food & beverage industry, including the ice cream production. Moreover, there has been an increase in panic buying and confusion among the consumers amid the pandemic, which disrupted the standard demand estimations of food and beverage products in the UAE. The demand for long-shelf-life products gained ~20–25% while categories such as ice cream and confectionaries experienced a decline of 30–35%. The economy is recovering with the relaxations in lockdown, and reopening of supermarkets, malls, and other retail outlets. Moreover, various ice cream manufacturing companies are also resuming operations in the UAE.

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UAE Ice Cream Market: Strategic Insights

UAE Ice Cream Market

• Market Size 2021
  US$ 126.21 Million
• Market Size 2028
  US$ 157.46 Million

Market Dynamics

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Regional Overview

• UAE

Market Segmentation

Type

• Impulse Ice Cream
• Take-Home Ice Cream
• Artisanal Ice Cream

Distribution Channel

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Specialty Stores

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UAE Ice Cream MarketReport Scope

UAE Ice Cream Market Report Scope