Whey Protein Market in Canada Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The report covers Canadian Whey Protein Manufacturers and the market is segmented by Type (Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate, and Hydrolyzed Whey Protein); and by Application (Sports and Performance Nutrition, Infant Formula, and Functional/Fortified Food). The market size and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.

Whey Protein Market in Canada Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Canada Whey Protein Market Size

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Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Historical Data Period 2019 - 2023
CAGR 4.70 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Canada Whey Protein Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Canada Whey Protein Market Analysis

The Canada Whey Protein Market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period.

The consumption of the protein-rich diet increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, as consumers started to consume more of those food and beverage, which had high nutritional claims, so as to keep their overall health in check. Therefore, this factor derived the revenue for whey protein ingredients in the Canadian market during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The rising awareness about healthy living among the population especially among obese and overweight residents is maintaining the steady demand for whey protein across various segments of the food industry.

Growing health consciousness has led to an increased demand for functional beverages and supplements. Consumers nowadays prefer healthy food and fortified food products, as a result of which, the whey protein market is witnessing a surge in the country.

Canada Whey Protein Industry Overview

The product portfolios of major players, research and development, strategic initiatives, and commitment toward meeting consumer demands, play a major role in the growth of the market. Some of the major market players in the Canadian whey protein market include Agropur MSI LLC, Davisco foods international Inc., American Dairy Producers Institute, Arla Foods, and FrieslandCampina Ingredients, among others.

Canada Whey Protein Market Leaders

  1. Agropur MSI, LLC

  2. Arla Foods

  3. Davisco foods international Inc.

  4. American Dairy Producers Institute

  5. Fonterra Co-operative Group

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Canada Whey Protein Market News

  • In 2021, Arla Foods Ingredients introduced a new whey protein ingredient to help meet the demand for high-protein yogurts. Nutrilac FO-7875 allows manufacturers to develop yogurts (both spoonable and drinkable) with higher protein content.
  • In April 2019, Arla Foods ingredients released a 100% whey protein hydrolysate solution called Lacprodan HYDRO.Clear, which is specially formulated for fortifying sparkling water with protein. The ingredient is fat, sugar, and lactose free, with an optimized taste, and long shelf life.

Canada Whey Protein Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Drivers
  • 4.2 Market Restraints
  • 4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Type
    • 5.1.1 Whey Protein Concentrate
    • 5.1.2 Whey Protein Isolate
    • 5.1.3 Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
  • 5.2 By Application
    • 5.2.1 Sports and Performance Nutrition
    • 5.2.2 Infant Formula
    • 5.2.3 Functional/Fortified Food

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Active Companies
  • 6.2 Most Adopted Strategies
  • 6.3 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.4 Company Profiles
    • 6.4.1 Agropur MSI LLC
    • 6.4.2 Arla Foods
    • 6.4.3 Davisco Cheese Company
    • 6.4.4 Glanbia PLC
    • 6.4.5 Davisco foods international Inc.
    • 6.4.6 American Dairy Producers Institute
    • 6.4.7 Fonterra Co-operative Group
    • 6.4.8 Lactalis Ingredients
    • 6.4.9 Saputo Ingredients
    • 6.4.10 DMK Group
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

8. IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE MARKET

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Canada Whey Protein Industry Segmentation

Whey protein is a mixture of proteins isolated from whey, the liquid material created as a by-product of cheese production. The proteins consist of α-lactalbumin, β-lactoglobulin, serum albumin, and immunoglobulins. The Canada whey protein market is segmented by type and application. Based on type, the market is segmented into whey protein concentrate, whey protein isolate, and hydrolyzed whey protein. On the basis of application, the market is segmented into sports and performance nutrition, infant formula, and functional/fortified food. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasting have been done in value terms (USD million).

By Type Whey Protein Concentrate
Whey Protein Isolate
Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
By Application Sports and Performance Nutrition
Infant Formula
Functional/Fortified Food
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Canada Whey Protein Market Research FAQs

What is the current Canada Whey Protein Market size?

The Canada Whey Protein Market is projected to register a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period (2025-2030)

Who are the key players in Canada Whey Protein Market?

Agropur MSI, LLC, Arla Foods, Davisco foods international Inc., American Dairy Producers Institute and Fonterra Co-operative Group are the major companies operating in the Canada Whey Protein Market.

What years does this Canada Whey Protein Market cover?

The report covers the Canada Whey Protein Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Canada Whey Protein Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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