Insight by Abdul Wasay, Chief Operating Officer at The Business Research Company
In response to fluctuating tariffs and geopolitical trade developments, the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market Outlook 2025 analyses how businesses are adapting through supply chain diversification and strategic sourcing.
What Are the Expected Market Growth Rates for the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market?
The market size of the lactose-free infant formula has seen fast-paced growth in the past few years. It was worth $18.53 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $20.54 billion in 2025, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%.
What Are the Expected Market Growth Trends for the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market Through 2029?
The lactose-free infant formula market is predicted to expand to $31.01 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%.
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What Are the Key Business Drivers in the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market Landscape?
The key drivers in the lactose-free infant formula market are:
• Growing global awareness of lactose intolerance
• Market expansion in emerging economies
• Rising adoption of specialty formulas
• Research advancements in infant nutrition and increasing healthcare accessibility
How Is the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market Divided Across Key Categories?
The lactose-free infant formulamarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Milk Infant Formula, Non-Milk Infant Formula
2) By Indications: Starting Formula, Specialized Formula, Follow-On Formula
3) By Application: Premature, Babies With galactosemia, Infants With Cows Milk Protein Allergies, Other Applications
4) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialist Stores, Online Retail Stores, Other Distribution Channels
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What Are the Ongoing Trends in the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market?
The key trends in the lactose-free infant formula market are:
• Development of hydrolyzed protein formulas is a significant emerging trend.
• Integration of probiotics for gut health is increasingly popular.
• There is a growing trend towards plant-based and non-dairy options.
• Emphasis on organic and clean label formulas and supplementation with DHA and ARA for development are significant trends shaping the future.
Which Companies are Expanding in the Lactose-Free Infant Formula Industry?
Major players in the lactose-free infant formula market are:
• Nestle S.A
• Valio Ltd.
• Danone S.A
• Abbott Laboratories
• Silverson Machines Holdings Ltd.
• Gimme the Good Stuff
• Mead Johnson & Company LLC
• Gerber Product Co.
• HiPP International
• Perrigo Company plc
• Earth's Best Inc.
• Nutricia Ltd.
• Dana Dairy Group
• Nurture Inc.
• Kraft Heinz Company
• Hain Celestial Group Inc.
• Honest Company Inc.
• Nature's One Inc.
• Ausnutria Dairy Corporation Ltd.
• Synutra International Inc.
• Beingmate Baby & Child Food Co. Ltd.
• Yili Industrial Group Company Limited
• Feihe International Inc.
• Biostime International Holdings Limited
• Wissun International Group Co. Ltd.
• Otsuka Holdings Co. Ltd.
• Morinaga Milk Industry Co. Ltd.
• FrieslandCampina NV
Which is the Largest Region the Global Lactose-Free Infant Formula Market?
Western Europe was the largest region in the lactose-free infant formula market in 2024
