Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2029

The Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market is segmented by Form (Concentrates, Hydrolyzed, Isolates), by End User (Animal Feed, Food and Beverages, Personal Care and Cosmetics, Supplements) and by Country (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom). Market value in USD and market volume in tonnes are presented. Key data points observed include the market volume of end-user segments, per capita consumption, and raw material production.

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Size

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Summary
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svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2029
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 409.6 Million
svg icon Market Size (2029) USD 518.2 Million
svg icon Largest Share by End User Food and Beverages
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2029) 4.81 %
svg icon Largest Share by Country United Kingdom
svg icon Market Concentration High

Major Players

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

Key Players

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The Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market size is estimated at 409.6 million USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 518.2 million USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.81% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

409.6 Million

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

518.2 Million

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

3.64 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

4.81 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Market by Form

55.86 %

value share, Concentrates, 2023

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Whey protein concentrates dominated the market, as they are extensively used in the F&B sector and are being applied in the supplements sector, sports sector, infant formula and functional foods.

Largest Market by End User

57.69 %

value share, Food and Beverages, 2023

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Immense demand from the bakery and beverages sector drove the F&B sector due to the shifting preferences of consumers from carbonated beverages to more protein-rich beverages.

Fastest Growing Market by Form

5.77 %

Projected CAGR, Isolates, 2024-2029

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The fastest growth can be attributed to ongoing government support as the European Commission has authorized the extended use of bovine-based whey protein isolate as a new product in dietary supplements and infant formulas.

Fastest Growing Market by End User

5.28 %

Projected CAGR, Supplements, 2024-2029

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The fastest growth is due to the high demand for sports nutrition. The supplements segment is driven by the increase in athletes and their reliance on high-protein diets.

Leading Market Player

60.78 %

market share, Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V., 2021

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Koninklijke FrieslandCampina's strategy of targeting practically every application sector (recently, in infant formula launched multiple innovations) has favored their growth in the market.

Rising fitness trend among young population resulted increased market share of supplements across the region

  • In 2022, food and beverage remained the largest consumer of the whey protein segment in Europe. The segment's larger share was primarily contributed by its sub-segments, such as snacks, bakery, and beverages, which held a share of 37% by volume in 2022. In the snacks category, in 2021, 46% of European consumers considered protein bars healthy snacks, and 16% of consumers used protein-fortified snacks, such as protein bars, powders, cereals, and pancakes once a week. This demand drives the whey protein market in the snacks category, and it is projected to register a CAGR of 2.30% by value in the forecast period.
  • The market witnessed consumer diversion from the foodservice to the retail channel in the wake of nationwide lockdowns imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus. Consumers were engaged in the bulk purchase of food products, which boosted the food and beverage segment's share in 2022. The whey protein demand in the segment grew by 12% in 2022, which was about four times the growth rate of the previous year.
  • The food and beverages market was followed by the supplements segment, primarily driven by the sports/performance nutrition sub-segment. In 2022, about 80% of whey protein consumed in the supplements sector was by sports nutrition alone. In Europe, the total number of fitness clubs was 63,173 in 2021. Sport has become a component of an active, healthy lifestyle sought after by many consumers. This active way of life has an effect on the explosion in the use of gyms and the consumption of sports nutrition products. Whey protein supplementation reduces muscle damage and facilitates muscle recovery from strenuous training, thereby assisting sports performance.
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Consumers inclination towards functional beverages has resulted in higher demand for whey protein ingredients

  • By country, the United Kingdom retained its top position in the market by volume in 2022. The whey protein demand in the country is majorly led by an increasing number of fitness enthusiasts and a heavy consumer influx in gyms and fitness clubs. For instance, as of 2021, 10.3 million people held a gym membership, which is over 15% of the total UK population. Representing consumers' increasing reliance on performance-boosting supplements over the years. The whey protein market in the United Kingdom is highly driven by the supplements industry (64%), which held a significant share, followed by the food and beverage industry (33.1%) in 2022.  Thus, whey protein usage was mainly observed in sports nutrition due to the increasing number of fitness enthusiasts and fitness clubs.
  • Germany was another leading country in the market in 2022, driven by high protein consumption in the food and beverage industry. Beverages is the fastest-growing sub-segment, with an expected CAGR of 7.09% during the forecast period. Whey protein demand in beverages is rising with the growing health awareness in the country. Products, such as protein water and energy drinks, are becoming a trend as consumers are choosing to move away from carbonated beverages toward healthier options.
  • Turkey is the fastest-growing country for whey protein and is projected to register a CAGR of 6.02% during the forecast period. The healthy eating attitudes of the majority of the participants are at high and ideal levels. In particular, products containing whey protein have gained importance due to the health benefits they offer. The booming trend of healthy food in the country has created a significant demand for ingredients such as whey protein.

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Trends

The expanding consumer base may benefit the sports supplements market

  • The European sports nutrition market grew by 15% during 2016-2019. However, in 2020, it witnessed a steep decline of 4.33% in the Y-o-Y growth rate. Health clubs, being one of the common sales channels for supplements, impacted the sales of sports supplements adversely as the pandemic took a harsh toll on fitness club operators, employees, and consumers. In 2020, due to government regulations, fitness clubs, health clubs, and gyms were forced to close, and club memberships declined by 10-15% in 2020 compared to the previous year. The number of clubs also decreased under the influence of the pandemic. To regain the market in the second half of 2020, the general VAT rate of 19%, which also applies to fitness services, was reduced to 16% for a limited period until the end of the year to strengthen economic demand.
  • The growing number of fitness enthusiasts expands the scope of sports supplements beyond their mainstream users. As consumers flock to buy gym requisites, the demand for health and fitness products is growing, especially in developed countries like Italy, France, and Germany. These countries also emerged as the major spenders on gym memberships, supplements, training, etc. There are around 63,000 fitness centers in the region, and all these clubs jointly witnessed an increase of 3-4% in memberships yearly.
  • The demand for sports nutrition products with natural ingredients supports market growth by providing an opportunity for manufacturers to add value to their products. More than 70% of the European sports nutrition market is dominated by the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, and France. Over 50% of the market share is captured by the United Kingdom and Germany in the sports drinks segment. 
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Increasing dry whey production to stabilize whey protein prices during forecast period

  • Whey is a high nutritional value by-product of the dairy industry. Whey powders are obtained from cheese manufacturing which are skimmed and concentrated before being spray dried. European dry whey prices are steady to slightly lower. Industry sources suggest there is plenty of whey powder available to meet buyer needs, and production is active. In 2022, The Netherlands had the second highest level of production for whey (about 15 % of the EU total) and the fourth highest for cheese (about 9 % of the EU total).
  • The significant and widespread production of cheese across major countries contributes to the dry whey production in the region. In 2022, out of the total raw milk production, the vast majority of raw milk (149.9 million tonnes) was delivered to European dairies. As of 2022, 10.4 million tonnes of cheese from 59.2 million tonnes of whole milk and 16.9 million tonnes of skimmed milk was produced in the region. Germany was the biggest producer of cheese in the EU in 2022, accounting for 22% of the overall total. France placed second, accounting for 18% of the total, with Italy in third. Liquid Whey is processed from the production of cheese and then converted to the dry whey. Other prominent cheese producing countries in the region include, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland, Spain, and Denmark, among others.
  • Germany is the leading producer of milk in the European Union, accounting for more than 21% of milk deliveries in the European Union in 2020. The rise in milk production is attributed to the escalated volume of milk production per cow. This in turn enables the raw material for the production of dry whey in the country.
Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market

OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • Market maturation and declining birth rates are accountable for the slow growth rate
  • Healthy trends in beverages impacting market growth
  • Consumers' preferences shift to premium condiments and sauces, away from packaged soups
  • Dairy alternatives to witness significant growth rate
  • Innovation in product formulations has greater scope in the market
  • Healthier snacking is likely to impel the market
  • Natural and organic products are taking over the market
  • Strong hold of the retail sector is supporting market growth
  • Sustainable and innovative packaging trends to influence breakfast cereals market
  • Innovation in chocolates driving the sales
  • The growing demand for nutrition-specific diets may drive the market demand
  • Single-head households to drive the RTE/RTC market
  • Increased meat production to push the market growth
  • Animal protein consumption growth fuels opportunities for key players in the ingredients sector

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Industry Overview

The Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 84.19%. The major players in this market are Agrial Enterprise, Arla Foods amba, Glanbia PLC, Groupe Lactalis and Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V. (sorted alphabetically).

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Leaders

  1. Agrial Enterprise

  2. Arla Foods amba

  3. Glanbia PLC

  4. Groupe Lactalis

  5. Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V.

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Concentration

Other important companies include Carbery Food Ingredients Limited, Lactoprot Deutschland GmbH, MEGGLE GmbH & Co. KG, Morinaga Milk Industry Co. Ltd, Sodiaal Union SCA.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market News

  • November 2021: Lactalis Ingredients launched new high-protein product concepts using Pronativ® Native Micellar Casein and Pronativ® Native Whey Protein. Some of the derived concepts are high-protein shakes and high-protein puddings.
  • August 2021: Arla Foods launched its new whey protein ingredient solution, Nutrilac CH-7694, which claims to reduce the cream cheese manufacturing process to just 30 minutes while simultaneously increasing yield.
  • July 2021: MILEI GmbH, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Morinaga, established in 1972 as a Japan-Germany joint venture, completed and opened its new building for the commercial production of all its offerings.

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Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

  2. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition

    2. 1.2. Scope of the Study​

    3. 1.3. Research Methodology

  3. 2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

    1. 2.1. End User Market Volume

      1. 2.1.1. Baby Food and Infant Formula

      2. 2.1.2. Bakery

      3. 2.1.3. Beverages

      4. 2.1.4. Breakfast Cereals

      5. 2.1.5. Condiments/Sauces

      6. 2.1.6. Confectionery

      7. 2.1.7. Dairy and Dairy Alternative Products

      8. 2.1.8. Elderly Nutrition and Medical Nutrition

      9. 2.1.9. Meat/Poultry/Seafood and Meat Alternative Products

      10. 2.1.10. RTE/RTC Food Products

      11. 2.1.11. Snacks

      12. 2.1.12. Sport/Performance Nutrition

      13. 2.1.13. Animal Feed

      14. 2.1.14. Personal Care and Cosmetics

    2. 2.2. Protein Consumption Trends

      1. 2.2.1. Animal

    3. 2.3. Production Trends

      1. 2.3.1. Animal

    4. 2.4. Regulatory Framework

      1. 2.4.1. France

      2. 2.4.2. Germany

      3. 2.4.3. Italy

      4. 2.4.4. United Kingdom

    5. 2.5. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

  4. 3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)

    1. 3.1. Form

      1. 3.1.1. Concentrates

      2. 3.1.2. Hydrolyzed

      3. 3.1.3. Isolates

    2. 3.2. End User

      1. 3.2.1. Animal Feed

      2. 3.2.2. Food and Beverages

        1. 3.2.2.1. By Sub End User

          1. 3.2.2.1.1. Bakery

          2. 3.2.2.1.2. Beverages

          3. 3.2.2.1.3. Breakfast Cereals

          4. 3.2.2.1.4. Condiments/Sauces

          5. 3.2.2.1.5. Dairy and Dairy Alternative Products

          6. 3.2.2.1.6. RTE/RTC Food Products

          7. 3.2.2.1.7. Snacks

      3. 3.2.3. Personal Care and Cosmetics

      4. 3.2.4. Supplements

        1. 3.2.4.1. By Sub End User

          1. 3.2.4.1.1. Baby Food and Infant Formula

          2. 3.2.4.1.2. Elderly Nutrition and Medical Nutrition

          3. 3.2.4.1.3. Sport/Performance Nutrition

    3. 3.3. Country

      1. 3.3.1. Belgium

      2. 3.3.2. France

      3. 3.3.3. Germany

      4. 3.3.4. Italy

      5. 3.3.5. Netherlands

      6. 3.3.6. Russia

      7. 3.3.7. Spain

      8. 3.3.8. Turkey

      9. 3.3.9. United Kingdom

      10. 3.3.10. Rest of Europe

  5. 4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 4.1. Key Strategic Moves

    2. 4.2. Market Share Analysis

    3. 4.3. Company Landscape

    4. 4.4. Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).

      1. 4.4.1. Agrial Enterprise

      2. 4.4.2. Arla Foods amba

      3. 4.4.3. Carbery Food Ingredients Limited

      4. 4.4.4. Glanbia PLC

      5. 4.4.5. Groupe Lactalis

      6. 4.4.6. Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V.

      7. 4.4.7. Lactoprot Deutschland GmbH

      8. 4.4.8. MEGGLE GmbH & Co. KG

      9. 4.4.9. Morinaga Milk Industry Co. Ltd

      10. 4.4.10. Sodiaal Union SCA

  6. 5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR PROTEIN INGREDIENTS INDUSTRY CEOS

  7. 6. APPENDIX

    1. 6.1. Global Overview

      1. 6.1.1. Overview

      2. 6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework

      3. 6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis

      4. 6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)

    2. 6.2. Sources & References

    3. 6.3. List of Tables & Figures

    4. 6.4. Primary Insights

    5. 6.5. Data Pack

    6. 6.6. Glossary of Terms

List of Tables & Figures

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  2. VOLUME OF BABY FOOD AND INFANT FORMULA MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF BAKERY MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF BEVERAGES MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF BREAKFAST CEREALS MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF CONDIMENTS/SAUCES MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF ELDERLY NUTRITION AND MEDICAL NUTRITION MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF MEAT/POULTRY/SEAFOOD AND MEAT ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF RTE/RTC FOOD PRODUCTS MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF SNACKS MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF SPORT/PERFORMANCE NUTRITION MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF ANIMAL FEED MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF PERSONAL CARE AND COSMETICS MARKET, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. AVERAGE PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION OF ANIMAL PROTEIN, GRAM PER DAY, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. DRY WHEY PRODUCTION, METRIC TON, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, CONCENTRATES, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, CONCENTRATES, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, % CONCENTRATES , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, HYDROLYZED, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, HYDROLYZED, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, % HYDROLYZED , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, ISOLATES, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, ISOLATES, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, % ISOLATES , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, ANIMAL FEED, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, ANIMAL FEED, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % ANIMAL FEED , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, FOOD AND BEVERAGES END USER, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, FOOD AND BEVERAGES END USER, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FOOD AND BEVERAGES END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FOOD AND BEVERAGES END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BAKERY, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BAKERY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % BAKERY , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BEVERAGES, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BEVERAGES, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % BEVERAGES , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BREAKFAST CEREALS, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BREAKFAST CEREALS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % BREAKFAST CEREALS , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, CONDIMENTS/SAUCES, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, CONDIMENTS/SAUCES, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % CONDIMENTS/SAUCES , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, RTE/RTC FOOD PRODUCTS, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, RTE/RTC FOOD PRODUCTS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % RTE/RTC FOOD PRODUCTS , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, SNACKS, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, SNACKS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % SNACKS , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, PERSONAL CARE AND COSMETICS, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, PERSONAL CARE AND COSMETICS, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % PERSONAL CARE AND COSMETICS , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, SUPPLEMENTS END USER, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, SUPPLEMENTS END USER, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY SUPPLEMENTS END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY SUPPLEMENTS END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BABY FOOD AND INFANT FORMULA, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, BABY FOOD AND INFANT FORMULA, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % BABY FOOD AND INFANT FORMULA , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, ELDERLY NUTRITION AND MEDICAL NUTRITION, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, ELDERLY NUTRITION AND MEDICAL NUTRITION, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % ELDERLY NUTRITION AND MEDICAL NUTRITION , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, SPORT/PERFORMANCE NUTRITION, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, SPORT/PERFORMANCE NUTRITION, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY FORM, % SPORT/PERFORMANCE NUTRITION , EUROPE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TONNES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY COUNTRY, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY COUNTRY, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, METRIC TONNES, BELGIUM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, USD, BELGIUM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, % , BELGIUM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, METRIC TONNES, FRANCE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, USD, FRANCE, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, % , FRANCE, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, METRIC TONNES, GERMANY, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, USD, GERMANY, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET BY END USER, % , GERMANY, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, METRIC TONNES, ITALY, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, USD, RUSSIA, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, METRIC TONNES, SPAIN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF WHEY PROTEIN MARKET, USD, SPAIN, 2017 - 2029
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, EUROPE WHEY PROTEIN INGREDIENTS MARKET, 2017 - 2022
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, EUROPE WHEY PROTEIN INGREDIENTS MARKET, 2021

Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Industry Segmentation

Concentrates, Hydrolyzed, Isolates are covered as segments by Form. Animal Feed, Food and Beverages, Personal Care and Cosmetics, Supplements are covered as segments by End User. Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom are covered as segments by Country.

  • In 2022, food and beverage remained the largest consumer of the whey protein segment in Europe. The segment's larger share was primarily contributed by its sub-segments, such as snacks, bakery, and beverages, which held a share of 37% by volume in 2022. In the snacks category, in 2021, 46% of European consumers considered protein bars healthy snacks, and 16% of consumers used protein-fortified snacks, such as protein bars, powders, cereals, and pancakes once a week. This demand drives the whey protein market in the snacks category, and it is projected to register a CAGR of 2.30% by value in the forecast period.
  • The market witnessed consumer diversion from the foodservice to the retail channel in the wake of nationwide lockdowns imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus. Consumers were engaged in the bulk purchase of food products, which boosted the food and beverage segment's share in 2022. The whey protein demand in the segment grew by 12% in 2022, which was about four times the growth rate of the previous year.
  • The food and beverages market was followed by the supplements segment, primarily driven by the sports/performance nutrition sub-segment. In 2022, about 80% of whey protein consumed in the supplements sector was by sports nutrition alone. In Europe, the total number of fitness clubs was 63,173 in 2021. Sport has become a component of an active, healthy lifestyle sought after by many consumers. This active way of life has an effect on the explosion in the use of gyms and the consumption of sports nutrition products. Whey protein supplementation reduces muscle damage and facilitates muscle recovery from strenuous training, thereby assisting sports performance.
Form
Concentrates
Hydrolyzed
Isolates
End User
Animal Feed
Food and Beverages
By Sub End User
Bakery
Beverages
Breakfast Cereals
Condiments/Sauces
Dairy and Dairy Alternative Products
RTE/RTC Food Products
Snacks
Personal Care and Cosmetics
Supplements
By Sub End User
Baby Food and Infant Formula
Elderly Nutrition and Medical Nutrition
Sport/Performance Nutrition
Country
Belgium
France
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Russia
Spain
Turkey
United Kingdom
Rest of Europe
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Market Definition

  • End User - The Protein Ingredients Market operates on a B2B basis. Food, Beverages, Supplements, Animal Feed, and Personal Care & Cosmetic manufacturers are considered to be end-consumers in the market studied. The scope excludes manufacturers buying liquid/dry whey to be used for application as a binding agent or thickener or other non-protein applications.
  • Penetration Rate - Penetration Rate is defined as the percentage of Protein-Fortified End User Market Volume in the Overall End User Market Volume.
  • Average Protein Content - Average protein content is the average protein content present per 100 g of product manufactured by all end-user companies considered under the scope of this report.
  • End User Market Volume - End-user market volume is the consolidated volume of all types and forms of end-user products in the country or region.
Keyword Definition
Alpha-lactalbumin (α-Lactalbumin) It is a protein that regulates the production of lactose in the milk of almost all mammalian species.
Amino acid It is an organic compound that contains both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups, which are required for the synthesis of body protein and other important nitrogen-containing compounds, such as creatine, peptide hormones, and some neurotransmitters.
Blanching It is the process of briefly heating vegetables with steam or boiling water.
BRC British Retail Consortium
Bread improver It is a flour-based blend of several components with specific functional properties designed to modify dough characteristics and give quality attributes to bread.
BSF Black Soldier Fly
Caseinate It is a substance produced by adding an alkali to acid casein, a derivative of casein.
Celiac disease Celiac disease is an immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.
Colostrum It is a milky fluid that’s released by mammals that have recently given birth before breast milk production begins.
Concentrate It is the least processed form of protein and has a protein content ranging from 40-90% by weight.
Dry protein basis It refers to the percentage of "pure protein" present in a supplement after the water in it is completely removed through heat.
Dry whey It is the product resulting from drying fresh whey which has been pasteurized and to which nothing has been added as a preservative.
Egg protein It is a mixture of individual proteins, including ovalbumin, ovomucoid, ovoglobulin, conalbumin, vitellin, and vitellenin.
Emulsifier It is a food additive that facilitates the blending of foods that are immiscible with one another, such as oil and water.
Enrichment It is the process of addition of micronutrients that are lost during the processing of the product.
ERS Economic Research Service of the USDA
Extrusion It is the process of forcing soft mixed ingredients through an opening in a perforated plate or die designed to produce the required shape. The extruded food is then cut to a specific size by blades.
Fava Also known as Faba, it is another word for yellow split beans.
FDA Food and Drug Administration
Flaking It is a process in which typically a cereal grain (like corn, wheat, or rice) is broken down into grits, cooked with flavors and syrups, and then pressed into flakes between cooled rollers.
Foaming agent It is a food ingredient that makes it possible to form or maintain a uniform dispersion of a gaseous phase in a liquid or solid food.
Foodservice It refers to the part of the food industry which includes businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home. It includes restaurants, school and hospital cafeterias, catering operations, and many other formats.
Fortification It is the deliberate addition of micronutrients that are not found in them naturally or which are lost during processing, to improve a food product's nutritional value.
FSANZ Food Standards Australia New Zealand
FSIS Food Safety and Inspection Service
FSSAI Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
Gelling agent It is an ingredient that functions as a stabilizer and thickener to provide thickening without stiffness through the formation of gel.
GHG Greenhouse Gas
Gluten It is a family of proteins found in grains, including wheat, rye, spelt, and barley.
Hemp It is a botanical class of Cannabis sativa cultivars grown specifically for industrial or medicinal use.
Hydrolysate It is a form of protein manufactured by exposing the protein to enzymes that can partially break the bonds between the protein's amino acids and break down large, complicated proteins into smaller pieces. Its processing makes it easier and quicker to digest.
Hypoallergenic It refers to a substance that causes fewer allergic reactions.
Isolate It is the purest and most processed form of protein which has undergone separation to obtain a pure protein fraction. It typically contains ≥ 90% of protein by weight.
Keratin It is a protein that helps form hair, nails, and the outer layer of skin.
Lactalbumin It is the albumin contained in milk and obtained from whey.
Lactoferrin It is an iron‑binding glycoprotein that is present in the milk of most mammals.
Lupin It is the yellow legume seeds of the genus Lupinus.
Millenial Also known as Generation Y or Gen Y, it refers to the people born from 1981 to 1996.
Monogastric It refers to an animal with a single-compartmented stomach. Examples of monogastric include humans, poultry, pigs, horses, rabbits, dogs, and cats. Most monogastric are generally unable to digest much cellulose food materials such as grasses.
MPC Milk protein concentrate
MPI Milk protein isolate
MSPI Methylated soy protein isolate
Mycoprotein Mycoprotein is a form of single-cell protein, also known as fungal protein, derived from fungi for human consumption.
Nutricosmetics It is a category of products and ingredients that act as nutritional supplements to care for skin, nails, and hair natural beauty.
Osteoporosis It is a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.
PDCAAS Protein digestibility-corrected amino acid score (PDCAAS) is a method of evaluating the quality of a protein based on both the amino acid requirements of humans and their ability to digest it.
Per-capita consumption of animal protein It is the average amount of animal protein (such as milk, whey, gelatin, collagen, and egg proteins) that is readily available for consumption by each person in an actual population.
Per-capita consumption of plant protein It is the average amount of plant protein (such as soy, wheat, pea, oat, and hemp proteins) that is readily available for consumption by each person in an actual population.
Quorn It is a microbial protein manufactured using mycoprotein as an ingredient, in which the fungus culture is dried and mixed with egg albumen or potato protein, which acts as a binder, and then is adjusted in texture and pressed into various forms.
Ready-to-Cook (RTC) It refers to food products that include all of the ingredients, where some preparation or cooking is required through a process that is given on the package.
Ready-to-Eat (RTE) It refers to a food product prepared or cooked in advance, with no further cooking or preparation required before being eaten.
RTD Ready-to-Drink
RTS Ready-to-Serve
Saturated fat It is a type of fat in which the fatty acid chains have all single bonds. It is generally considered unhealthy.
Sausage It is a meat product made of finely chopped and seasoned meat, which may be fresh, smoked, or pickled and which is then usually stuffed into a casing.
Seitan It is a plant-based meat substitute made out of wheat gluten.
Softgel It is a gelatin-based capsule with a liquid fill.
SPC Soy protein concentrate
SPI Soy protein isolate
Spirulina It is a biomass of cyanobacteria that can be consumed by humans and animals.
Stabilizer It is an ingredient added to food products to help maintain or enhance their original texture, and physical and chemical characteristics.
Supplementation It is the consumption or provision of concentrated sources of nutrients or other substances that are intended to supplement nutrients in the diet and is intended to correct nutritional deficiencies.
Texturant It is a specific type of food ingredient that is used to control and alter the mouthfeel and texture of food and beverage products.
Thickener It is an ingredient that is used to increase the viscosity of a liquid or dough and make it thicker, without substantially changing its other properties.
Trans fat Also called trans-unsaturated fatty acids or trans fatty acids, it is a type of unsaturated fat that naturally occurs in small amounts in meat.
TSP Textured soy protein
TVP Textured vegetable protein
WPC Whey protein concentrate
WPI Whey protein isolate
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Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market Research FAQs

The Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market size is expected to reach USD 409.65 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 4.81% to reach USD 518.17 million by 2029.

In 2024, the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market size is expected to reach USD 409.65 million.

Agrial Enterprise, Arla Foods amba, Glanbia PLC, Groupe Lactalis and Koninklijke FrieslandCampina N.V. are the major companies operating in the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market.

In the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market, the Food and Beverages segment accounts for the largest share by end user.

In 2024, United Kingdom accounts for the largest share by country in the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market.

In 2023, the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market size was estimated at 409.65 million. The report covers the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Europe Whey Protein Ingredients Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

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