Overview of the global lactose-free cheese market

Technavio's market research analysis identifies the rising levels of lactose intolerance as one of the primary growth factors for the lactose-free cheese market. Rising incidence of food allergies such as lactose intolerance is increasing the demand for lactose-free products that are highly digestible. Self-diagnosed cases of lactose-intolerance are also rising significantly that influences the demand for lactose-free cheese and food products. Vendors are introducing new flavors and varieties of products to increase their market share. Our market research analysts estimate that this market will grow steadily at a CAGR of more than 8% by 2021. 

Vendors are collaborating with packaging manufactures to develop advanced packaging technology for their lactose-free products and to increase their consumer base. The retention power of a package for lactose-free products regards to the vitamin content, color, product quality, texture, taste, and shelf life is integral to the buying decision of the consumers. The vendors are primarily focusing on factors such as quality, wet strength, and durability of packaging materials to retain the food quality of the lactose- free products. Such increase in packaging innovations will be one of the key trends behind the growth of the lactose-free cheese market.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The level of competition in the lactose-free cheese market is steadily increasing due to the improved living standards, increased disposable income, and altered spending patterns and lifestyles. The market is highly fragmented due to the presence of several large and medium vendors competing based on parameters such as price, innovation, quality, and distribution. The vendors with strong financial and technical resources will have better competitive advantage in the lactose free cheese market.

The leading vendors in the market are -

• Arla Foods
• McNeil Nutritionals
• OMIRA Oberland-Milchverwertung
• TINE

The other prominent vendors in the market are Alpro, Amy's Kitchen, Cabot Creamery, Dairy Farmers of America, Daiya Foods, Dean Foods, Edlong Dairy Technologies, Emmi Group, Fonterra Co-operative Group, Green Valley Organics, HP Hood, Devondale Murray Goulburn, and THE WHITEWAVE FOOD COMPANY.

Segmentation by product and analysis of the lactose-free cheese market

• Slices
• Spreads
• Blocks

Lactose-free cheese slices are primarily used in burgers and sandwiches due to the ease to incorporate and its ability to be paired with countless ingredients. Additionally, the rising demand for fast food also contributes to the growth of this segment.

Geographical segmentation and analysis of the lactose-free cheese market

• Americas
• APAC
• EMEA

EMEA is witnessing a rise in lactose intolerance. The disposable income of the people in this region is also increasing considerably. This region primarily depends on cheese for protein and calcium requirement. The expansion of the various distribution channels will be a major factor contributing to the growth of the market in this region.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the global lactose- free cheese market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global lactose-free cheese market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global lactose-free cheese market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global lactose-free cheese market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA.
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global lactose-free cheese market?

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By considering the market forecast and size, surging demand for various segments in the food sector, the market research professionals at Technavio present an all-inclusive picture of the lactose-free cheese market for the period of 2017 to 2021. Furthermore, our research practices support clients develop impactful growth strategies and keep pace with the continually changing market dynamics. This market research report also presents an extensive analysis of various products and services based on the insights from the information gathered from specific resources such as channel partners and market stakeholders.

This forthcoming market research report on the lactose-free cheese market also covers vendors like Johnson and Johnson, Land o lakes, Deans, DSM, GCMF, and Danone. According to our market research experts, the increasing number of people having lactose intolerance are expected to influence the global market significantly during the next few years.

The upcoming industry research report for lactose-free cheese market also categorizes the key drivers, major trends, along with the imminent restraints that the food sector currently experiences. This upcoming report on the lactose-free cheese market presents insights into the rapidly changing competitive landscape to give clients a complete picture of the forthcoming events within the food and beverage industry. Technavio also offers in-depth market assessments into the sectors such as food services and non-alcoholic beverages.

Our market research methodology for the global lactose-free cheese market

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