Imitation Whipped Cream Market

Imitation Whipped Cream Market Size, Growth (2023-2028)

The Global Imitation Whipped Cream Market size was worth US$ 958.7 million in 2022, and it is estimated that it will reach US$ 1.5 billion by 2028 with an annual development rate of 4.6% between 2023 and 2028.

Market Overview:

Whipped cream is basically a cooking colloid that is created when the cream is aerated through one of two processes, such as mechanical stirring with a high-speed blade or whip and injection of a high-pressure gas that expands when it is released from a pressurized containment. Most often it is sweetened and sometimes flavored with other fruits. It contains flour, butter, milk, vanilla, sugar, and salt, and is also called Chantilly cream. It is flavored with coffee, orange, chocolate, vanilla, etc. and it is a very popular topping for desserts such as ice cream, pies, cupcakes, muffins, shakes, and puddings. The Imitation Whipped Cream contains milk protein, water, vegetable fats, sweeteners, emulsifiers, and stabilizers. To produce it the right way, you need to use emulsifiers and stabilizers properly. The main function of Imitation Whipped Cream is to destabilize the fatty spheres that form during homogenization of the cream. The Imitation Whipped Cream is produced by the UHT process, which gives the product a long shelf life. Imitation Cream Stabilizer acts on water to improve emulsion stability of liquid creams, improve foam rigidity, and prevent whipped cream from dripping.

Imitation Whipped Cream Market Growth:

The growing demand for healthier and more organic Imitation Whipped Cream will help expand the market in the coming years.

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Drivers:

Imitation whipped cream market with an increasing preference for products using natural ingredients and an increasing application of imitation whipped cream in food premixes, soups and sauces, drink mixes, coffee mixes, mixes of tea, baked goods and ice cream, RTD beverages and other products is accelerating. The popularity of consuming ready-to-drink beverages, coffee, and bakery foods has increased significantly in recent years. Due to the increase in lactose intolerance, there is a growing demand for fake whipped creams that contain plant ingredients. In developing countries, innovation in the food and beverage industry and increased investment in product development are leading the market for counterfeit whipped cream. Also, the growing demand for prepared foods and rapidly changing lifestyles have the potential to increase the growth rate of plant raw materials in the food industry. Fluctuations in milk prices also force manufacturers to switch to plant sources. These factors are driving the adoption of dairy-based whipped cream. The increasing use of Imitation whipped cream in the food and beverage industry is also helping to expand the market. With this in mind, the global Imitation Whipped Cream market is expected to delight more and more consumers in the future. Consumers who opt for dairy substitutes prefer dairy substitutes to dairy or are lactose intolerant. The consumer base of non-dairy products is growing around the world. The global Imitation Whipped Cream market has seen significant growth due to factors such as residential, food and beverage processing, wide application in hotels, cafes, restaurants, etc. However, there is a possibility that the supply will increase in the near future. The growing demand for healthier Imitation Whipped Cream recipes will help expand the market. Consumption of organic food is expected to contribute significantly to income growth. The tendency of consumers to buy organic products increases over time.

Organic food is made from organically grown ingredients and is naturally processed without chemicals. These products are considered healthy to consume. Currently, the production of organic creams does not meet the standards because manufacturing and certification is an expensive and time-consuming process. There is a growing demand for foods that contain organic ingredients. Therefore, there is a gap in supply and demand. Dairy-free creams such as almond cream, bean cream, oatmeal cream, coconut cream, vegetable cooking cream, hemp cream, rice cream, coffee cream, cashew cream and other personalized products. The introduction of functional, low-light, natural and organic products has become a trend due to concerns such as increasing concern about appearance, health awareness, increased health media coverage, changes in lifestyle and high medical costs, and increased health conditions driving the global imitation whipped cream market. There is a growing trend for dairy-free creams among consumers, which is further contributing to the growth of this market. In developing countries, innovation in the food and beverage industry and increased investment in product development are leading the market for Imitation whipped cream. However, with the steady growth of the food processing industry and the agricultural industry, there are opportunities for market participants to invest in this market. In order to meet the needs of the consumer base, manufacturers in the global imitation whipped cream market is making enormous efforts to develop a wider range of sustainable ingredients. Increased consumer demand with a regulatory emphasis on sustainable, safe and healthy products is likely to boost the global Imitation Whipped Cream market. In addition, the growing market trend for Imitation Whipped Cream is expected to increase the demand for vegetable and sustainable emulsifiers.

Restraints:

Fluctuations in raw material prices may hamper the growth of the global Imitation Whipped Cream market in the near future. The challenges of the Imitation whipped cream market are sourcing the highest quality ingredients, high taxes, efficient service management in terms of hospitality, consistent food standards, high inventory transportation costs, and high packaging costs.

Impact of COVID 19 on the Imitation Whipped Cream Market:

During the COVID-19 outbreak, Imitation whipped cream sales fell significantly due to deficit consumer spending. Demand for Imitation whipped cream has been hit hard by the government shutting down restaurants and cafes. Consumers can no longer venture to drink their favorite beverage. On the other hand, online sales were limited to essential food and beverage products only. Therefore, major producers around the world are forced to close operations in areas with high cases of COVID-19. The Imitation whipped cream demand will not recover immediately after the lockdown ends. Therefore, leaders must shape their business strategy for post-epidemic scenarios.

Imitation Whipped Cream Market Segmentation Analysis:

The global market for imitation whipped cream is segmented by category, shape, product type, and end use.

By category, the global imitation whipped cream market is segmented into conventional and organic.By shape, the market is segmented into liquid and powder.

By product type, the imitation whipped cream market is segmented into dairy-free creams and dairy creams. Dairy-free creams are further divided into almond cream, bean cream, oat cream, coconut cream, hemp cream, vegetable cooking cream, rice cream, coffee cream, cashew cream and other kinds of products.

On the basis of end use, the global market is segmented into residential, restaurant, food and beverage processing, hotels, cafes, etc. The food and beverage processing sector are further divided into soups and sauces, food premixes, beverage mixes, tea mixes, coffee mixes, bakery products, RTD drinks and ice cream.

Geographical Segmentation Analysis:

• North America - the United States and Canada
• Europe - United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Italy, and France
• The Asia Pacific - India, Japan, China, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia
• Latin America  - Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Rest of LATAM
• The Middle East and Africa - Africa and Middle East (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Lebanon, Jordan, Cyprus)

Regional Analysis:

The Asia Pacific is a leading consumer of imitation whipped cream. Millennial population growth, the growing popularity of plant-based ingredients, the increasing consumption of healthy foods, and the expansion of the foodservice and HoReCa sectors are the key drivers of the Asia Pacific market. In the Asia Pacific region, India is expected to have the highest gains in the near future due to the relatively high consumption and daily intake of Imitation whipped cream among Indian consumers. However, the area is expected to see rapid growth during the forecast period as market awareness of Imitation whipped cream products increases and consumer preference for nutritious foods increases in countries such as Australia and New Zealand. Imitation of the whipped cream market in the growing range of Asia Pacific countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the Philippines.

Key Players in the Market:

Major Key Players in the Global Imitation Whipped Cream Market are

• Dos Anclas
• Arla Foods
• Eurocas Group of Companies
• PURATOS
• The Kraft Heinz Company
• Rich Products Corporation
• Hydrosol GmbH & Co. KG
• Trader Joe's Company