Camel Milk Market

Global Camel Milk Market Size (2024 to 2032)

The Global Camel Milk market is predicted to reach USD 310.72 billion in 2024 and USD 425.24 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 4.0% during the forecast period.

MARKET OVERVIEW

Camel's milk has supported Bedouin, nomad, and pastoral cultures since the domestication of camels millennia ago. Herders may for periods survive solely on the milk when taking the camels on long distances to graze in desert and arid environments. Compared to cow, buffalo, and milk fat, camel milk fat contains fewer short-chained fatty acids, but the same long-chained fatty acids can be found. Camel milk has more fat and protein than cow's milk. Cholesterol in camel milk is lower than in cow or goat milk.

The growing popularity of camel milk due to its easily digestible property among lactose-intolerant consumers is expected to have a positive impact on the industry. Other than that, milk is considered more nutritious compared to cow's milk because it contains higher amounts of copper, iron, sodium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, and vitamins A and C. It is one of the most nutritious dairy drinks, containing natural probiotics. Camel milk enhances overall immunity and gastrointestinal health. The drink is low in fat, which is only around 2-3%, compared to cow's dairy, so it is expected to appeal to more health-conscious consumers who are monitoring their caloric intake. In addition, it helps babies and children since it is the closest substitute for breast milk. In several countries in the Middle East and Africa, it is used to feed malnourished children. Camel milk is traditionally consumed in raw or fermented form. However, with the growing number of urban consumers, manufacturers are diversifying their offerings to satisfy this population. Ice creams, flavored drinks, chocolate, and sweets are gaining popularity among countries, including the markets of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, Morocco, Algeria, India, Egypt, Mauritania, and Australia. Therefore, the market has a great opportunity in terms of product innovation due to the increasing demand in emerging and untapped markets. Camel dairy products are relatively expensive compared to traditional dairy products for livestock due to high production costs. The expenses related to the camel milk products compared to other products is foreseen to impede business growth in the projected years.

REPORT COVERAGE

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS

Global Camel Milk Market Analysis By Application

The offline distribution channel accounted for more than 80% of the global camel milk market revenue. Consumers prefer to buy dairy products due to their short shelf life and daily needs. Among the offline distribution channels, large retailers such as supermarkets and hypermarkets accounted for the largest share due to the wide range of products and attractive discounts. These stores, like Whole Foods Market, have simplified the distribution and expanded the reach of camel milk dairy products around the world.

Together, the natural and flavored milk segments accounted for more than 55% of total sales in 2023. These products have helped support nomadic and Bedouin societies for centuries. Natural milk is considered a cultural and traditional drink in the countries of the Middle East. Therefore, much of the product is consumed raw or plain. In recent years, derivatives such as powder, yogurt, cheese, butter, ice cream, chocolates, infant formulas, and even cosmetics have gained popularity around the world. Industry players are diversifying their product lines to secure their profit margins. Camel milk production requires high investment and must compete with the well-established cattle milk market, so a diverse product portfolio is important to industry players. The companies, including Camelicious, have their own cheese production plants. Also, infant formulas made from camels are a close substitute for breast milk because they have a similar lactose content. For instance, Camelicious offers powdered camel milk products for lactose-intolerant babies in a Mexican children's hospital.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

In 2023, North America led the global Camel milk market in terms of market share. The market for Camel milk in the Asia-Pacific area is amplifying because more of consumption.

The Asia-Pacific and other rising nations are foreseen to develop at a quick pace in the Camel milk market in the following years when compared with the seasoned markets of developed regions.

The Middle East and Africa dominated the market in 2023 with over 60% share of global revenue.

Somalia, Kenya, Mali, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Niger are the main camel milk-producing countries in the world, where Somalia and Kenya accounted for more than 60% of the production. Furthermore, in terms of consumption, Saudi Arabia is the world's largest market, where per capita consumption is around 33 liters per year. Additionally, Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan, and Kenya also have a high per capita consumption rate in the region.

North America is expected to experience the fastest growth rate during the forecast period. The adoption of camel milk has increased among diabetic consumers in the United States and Canada due to its low sugar content. As a result, companies in the sector are strengthening their offer in these countries through offline and online retailers. Most of these stores offer frozen drinks instead of cold drinks.

KEY PLAYERS IN THE  GLOBAL CAMEL MILK MARKET

Key Players In Camel Milk Market are Desert Farms, Camel Milk Victoria, VITAL CAMEL MILK, Camel Milk UK, Wang Yuan Camel Milk, Camel Milk Australia.

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET

• In November 2019, Aadvik Foods has launched camel milk powder. This powder is made through the freeze-drying process, which preserves the natural properties of milk.
• While Amul has long toyed with the idea of ​​launching camel milk, Bikaner-based Aadvik Foods beat out the dairy giant to bring not just camel milk, but even powdered milk and chocolates to market. Believed to have several health benefits, such as high insulin and vitamin content, "ship of the desert" milk is slowly evolving as a niche dairy product. While prices remain prohibitive for mass consumption, underground consumers are realizing the benefits of camel milk, an acquired taste given its salty nature.

 DETAILED SEGMENTATION OF GLOBAL CAMEL MILK MARKET INCLUDED IN THIS REPORT    

This research report on the global Camel Milk Market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on Type, Application, and region.       

By Type

• raw
• Frozen Raw
• Powder
• Soaps
• Flakes
• Other

By Application

• daily Foods
• Health Care
• Daily Necessities

By Region

• North America
• Asia Pacific
• Europe
• Latin America
• Middle East, and Africa