Vegan Cheese Market Size, Share, Opportunities, COVID-19 Impact, And Trends By Source (Soy Milk, Almond Milk, Coconut Milk, Others), By Product Type (Mozzarella, Parmesan, Cheddar, Others), By Distribution Channel (Online, Offline (Hypermarkets, Others)), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2023 To 2028

The global vegan cheese market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 10.48% over the forecast period to reach a market size of US$2,742.855 million in 2028, from US$1,364.983 million in 2021.

Vegan cheese products are gaining popularity as consumers are shifting from the conventional cheese. Vegan cheese is regarded to be a non-dairy product which is mainly consumed by vegans as it is high in proteins and is cholesterol free. Moreover, vegan cheese is obtained from different sources and is available in different types.

Plant-based cheese is another name which is given to vegan cheese and this type of cheese is most preferred among individuals suffering from the issue of lactose intolerance. Since there have been concerns growing relating to the unhealthy aspects of animal-based products, individuals are shifting towards more plant-based products which act as a substitute and are healthy. The popularity of veganism along with the dietary restrictions amongst health-conscious consumers is regarded to be a few imperative factors driving the growth of the market. Besides, there has been a growing inclination towards veganism in various parts of the world which is anticipated to further boost the adoption of vegan cheese. Furthermore, an increase in the negative impact of meat consumptions, specifically on the environment, can also be regarded as an efficient factor in raising the popularity of plant-based products which effectively involves the growing demand of vegan cheese.

The global vegan cheese market is driven by increasing lactose intolerance cases.

• Over the past few years, there has been an increase in lactose-intolerant cases which has raised a few social and ethical concerns relating to animal-based products. In this regard, individuals are seen to shift to non-dairy products such as vegan cheese which is expected to drive the growth of the vegan cheese market. According to the European Plant-based Foods Association, amongst the world population, there are about 70% of individuals who suffer from the issue of lactose intolerance. In this regard, it is noted that the ability to tolerate a different certain amount of lactose differs from individual to individual. With such a high percentage of lactose intolerant cases, the market for vegan cheese is expected to witness growth during the forecast period.
• Plant-based diets on the other hand are environmentally friendly, a result of which consumers are demanding more plant-based products at a rapid pace. This in turn is resulting vegan cheese to turn out to be on a similar trajectory in various parts of the world.

Key Developments.

• In 2022, a Mumbai based tech company Plan B Foods moved forward with the launch of a range of vegan cheese products such as cheese slices for the pan-India customers. These vegan cheese slices are further said to be available in two variants, cheddar and classic.
• In January 2023, Pret A Manger introduced its first vegan cheese sandwiches. The new options went on sale in Pret locations all throughout the UK in the same week of its launch. According to the restaurant, these sandwiches are primarily targeted towards vegans and flexitarians. The restaurant stated that it was employing a vegan cheese for the first time in its sandwiches with the inclusion of dairy-free Violife slices in both of the sandwiches. The vegan cheese slices, according to the manufacturer, are free of dairy, lactose, soy, gluten, and preservatives and have a hickory smoky rind.
• In January 2023, Aldi, a leading low-cost hypermarket chain, introduced the broadest selection of vegan cheeses it has ever offered. Just in time for Veganuary, the retailer's newest plant-based products have arrived and are available for purchase online or in-store. Vegan soft cheese from Aldi's Plant Menu is offered in both the traditional plain and garlic & herb flavours.

North America accounts for major shares of the global vegan cheese market.

By geography, the global vegan cheese market has been segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and the Asia Pacific.

The growing shift towards veganism in the region and increase in health awareness is driving the demand for plant-based food products in the major North American countries. Moreover, the favorable initiatives taken by the government to promote plant-based food products are further expected to boost the market demand for vegan cheese in the region, thereby adding to the overall market growth. North American vegan cheese market is divided into the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The United States is expected to hold a substantial share of the market owing to the health consciousness among consumers coupled with the growing cases of lactose intolerant.

Based on product type, the global vegan cheese market is expected to witness positive demand for cheddar.

Soy, almonds, vegetable oils, and numerous additional all-natural ingredients, such as peas or arrowroot, are frequently used to make vegan cheddar. Many consumers consider vegan cheddar to be a healthier alternative to normal cheese, and as it contains less fat than conventional cheese, it may help lessen their chance of developing heart disease. The demand for vegan cheese, particularly cheddar, has prompted major market players to provide a wider variety of vegan cheddar products. For instance, a major player in this industry, Daiya Foods Inc., provides a variety of dairy-free cheddar products, such as cheddar shreds, blocks, slices, cheese sticks, and mac & cheese in four different cheddar tastes. The products offered by the company are completely vegan and gluten-free. Product offering like the medium cheddar style block is made of oat base made of filtered water and oat flour, coconut oil, modified potato starch, chickpea protein, chickpea flour, and vitamin B12.

Vegan Cheese Market Scope:

 

Report Metric	Details
Market Size Value in 2021	US$1,364.983 million
Market Size Value in 2028	US$2,742.855 million
Growth Rate	CAGR of 10.48% from 2021 to 2028
Base Year	2021
Forecast Period	2023 – 2028
Forecast Unit (Value)	USD Million
Segments Covered	Source, Product Type, Distribution Channel, and Geography
Regions Covered	North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific
Companies Covered	GOOD PLANeT Foods, Kite Hill, Angel Food, Miyoko's Creamery, Green Vie Foods, Tofutti Brands, Inc, Bute Island Foods Ltd, WayFare Foods, VioLife, Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Inc.
Customization Scope	Free report customization with purchase

 

Key Market Segments

• By Source
  • Soy Milk
  • Almond Milk
  • Coconut Milk
  • Others
• By Product Type
  • Mozzarella
  • Parmesan
  • Cheddar
  • Others
• By Distribution Channel
  • Online
  • Offline
    • Hypermarkets
    • Others
• By Geography
  • North America
    • United States
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Others
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Spain
    • Others
  • The Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Israel
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Indonesia
    • Thailand
    • Others

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base, and Forecast Years Timeline

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

2.1. Research Data

2.2. Assumptions

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Research Highlights

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.2. Market Restraints

4.3. Porter’s Five Force Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. GLOBAL VEGAN CHEESE MARKET ANALYSIS, BY SOURCE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Soy Milk

5.3. Almond Milk

5.4. Coconut Milk

5.5. Others

6. GLOBAL VEGAN CHEESE MARKET ANALYSIS, BY PRODUCT TYPE

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Mozzarella

6.3. Parmesan 

6.4. Cheddar

6.5. Others

7. GLOBAL VEGAN CHEESE MARKET ANALYSIS, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL

7.1. Introduction

7.2. Online

7.3. Offline

7.3.1. Hypermarkets

7.3.2. Others

8. GLOBAL VEGAN CHEESE MARKET ANALYSIS, BY GEOGRAPHY

8.1. Introduction

8.2. North America

8.2.1. North America Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Source, 2021 to 2028

8.2.2. North America Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Product Type, 2021 to 2028

8.2.3. North America Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Distribution Channel, 2021 to 2028

8.2.4. By Country

8.2.4.1. United States

8.2.4.2. Canada

8.2.4.3. Mexico

8.3. South America

8.3.1. South America Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Source, 2021 to 2028

8.3.2. South America Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Product Type, 2021 to 2028

8.3.3. South America Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Distribution Channel, 2021 to 2028

8.3.4. By Country

8.3.4.1. Brazil

8.3.4.2. Argentina

8.3.4.3. Others

8.4. Europe

8.4.1. Europe Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Source, 2021 to 2028

8.4.2. Europe Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Product Type, 2021 to 2028

8.4.3. Europe Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Distribution Channel, 2021 to 2028

8.4.4. By Country

8.4.4.1. United Kingdom

8.4.4.2. Germany

8.4.4.3. France

8.4.4.4. Spain

8.4.4.5. Others

8.5. The Middle East and Africa

8.5.1. Middle East and Africa Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Source, 2021 to 2028

8.5.2. Middle East and Africa Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Product Type, 2021 to 2028

8.5.3. Middle East and Africa Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Distribution Channel, 2021 to 2028

8.5.4. By Country

8.5.4.1. Saudi Arabia

8.5.4.2. UAE

8.5.4.3. Israel

8.5.4.4. Others

8.6. Asia Pacific

8.6.1. Asia Pacific Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Source, 2021 to 2028

8.6.2. Asia Pacific Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Product Type, 2021 to 2028

8.6.3. Asia Pacific Vegan Cheese Market Analysis, By Distribution Channel, 2021 to 2028

8.6.4. By Country

8.6.4.1. Japan

8.6.4.2. China

8.6.4.3. India

8.6.4.4. South Korea

8.6.4.5. Indonesia

8.6.4.6. Thailand

8.6.4.7. Others

9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

9.2. Emerging Players and Market Lucrativeness

9.3. Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

9.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix

10. COMPANY PROFILES

10.1. GOOD PLANeT Foods.

10.2. Kite Hill.

10.3. Angel Food

10.4. Miyoko's Creamery

10.5. Green Vie Foods

10.6. Tofutti Brands, Inc

10.7. Bute Island Foods Ltd

10.8. WayFare Foods

10.9. VioLife

10.10. Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Inc.

GOOD PLANeT Foods.

Kite Hill.

Angel Food

Miyoko's Creamery

Green Vie Foods

Tofutti Brands, Inc

Bute Island Foods Ltd

WayFare Foods

VioLife

Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Inc.