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Global Butter and Margarine Market Research Report 2025(Status and Outlook)

Publisher Bosson Research
Published Aug 03, 2025
Length 166 Pages
SKU # BOSS20298417

Description

Report Overview

Butter is a dairy product made by churning cream or milk to separate the fat globules from the buttermilk, resulting in a semi-solid emulsion primarily composed of milk fat (typically 80%), water, and trace amounts of proteins and carbohydrates. It has been a staple in culinary applications for centuries, valued for its rich flavor, texture, and versatility in cooking and baking. Margarine, on the other hand, is a processed butter substitute developed in the 19th century, typically made from vegetable oils (such as soybean, palm, or sunflower oil) that undergo hydrogenation or interesterification to achieve a solid consistency. Often fortified with vitamins and emulsifiers, margarine was originally created as a cheaper and more shelf-stable alternative to butter, with formulations varying widely to include low-fat, plant-based, or cholesterol-free options. While butter is prized for its natural taste, margarine is often marketed as a healthier or more sustainable choice due to its lower saturated fat content and absence of animal-derived ingredients, though debates over nutritional benefits and processing methods persist in consumer and industry discussions. The two products compete in overlapping markets but cater to distinct consumer preferences influenced by health trends, dietary restrictions, and cultural habits.

The global butter and margarine market is shaped by evolving consumer preferences, health awareness, and economic factors. Butter demand has surged in recent years, driven by the popularity of natural, high-fat diets like keto and paleo, as well as a growing appreciation for artisanal and organic dairy products. Regions with strong dairy traditions, such as Europe and North America, dominate butter consumption, though emerging markets in Asia-Pacific are witnessing growth due to urbanization and Westernization of diets.

Margarine, once positioned as a healthier alternative, has faced challenges due to concerns over trans fats from partial hydrogenation, leading to reformulations with non-hydrogenated oils. However, it retains a significant share in cost-sensitive markets and among health-conscious consumers seeking plant-based or cholesterol-free spreads. Innovations in margarine, such as blends with olive oil or omega-3 fortification, aim to revive its appeal. Sustainability trends also influence the sector, with plant-based margarine benefiting from the rise of veganism, while butter producers emphasize regenerative farming and clean-label practices. Price volatility in dairy and vegetable oils further impacts market dynamics, with butter typically commanding a premium. The competitive landscape includes major players like Unilever (Flora, Country Crock), Upfield (Becel, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter), and dairy giants such as Lactalis and Fonterra, all adapting to regulatory changes and shifting consumer demands.

Overall, the butter and margarine market reflects a tension between tradition and innovation, with growth opportunities tied to health claims, ethical sourcing, and regional dietary shifts. While butter thrives on indulgence and natural appeal, margarine’s future hinges on its ability to rebrand as a sustainable, functional food. Both segments must navigate ingredient scrutiny, supply chain pressures, and the rise of alternative spreads (e.g., nut butters) to maintain relevance.

The global Butter and Margarine market size was estimated at USD 71652.95 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.20% during the forecast period.

This report provides a deep insight into the global Butter and Margarine market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from a macro overview of the market to micro details of the market size, competitive landscape, development trend, niche market, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, value chain analysis, etc.

The analysis helps the reader to shape the competition within the industries and strategies for the competitive environment to enhance the potential profit. Furthermore, it provides a simple framework for evaluating and accessing the position of the business organization. The report structure also focuses on the competitive landscape of the Global Butter and Margarine Market, this report introduces in detail the market share, market performance, product situation, operation situation, etc. of the main players, which helps the readers in the industry to identify the main competitors and deeply understand the competition pattern of the market.

In a word, this report is a must-read for industry players, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the Butter and Margarine market in any manner.

Global Butter and Margarine Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.

Key Company

Upfield

Bunge

NMGK Group

ConAgra

Wilmar-International

Fuji Oil

BRF

Yildiz Holding

Grupo Lala

NamChow

Cargill

COFCO

Uni-President

Mengniu Group

Yili Group

Land O‘lakes

Arla Foods

Lactails

Fonterra

Amul

Market Segmentation (by Type)

Butter

Margarine

Market Segmentation (by Application)

Food Industry

Household

Geographic Segmentation

North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)

Europe (Germany, UK, France, Russia, Italy, Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Rest of South America)

The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

Key Benefits of This Market Research:

Industry drivers, restraints, and opportunities covered in the study

Neutral perspective on the market performance

Recent industry trends and developments

Competitive landscape & strategies of key players

Potential & niche segments and regions exhibiting promising growth covered

Historical, current, and projected market size, in terms of value

In-depth analysis of the Butter and Margarine Market

Overview of the regional outlook of the Butter and Margarine Market:

Chapter Outline

Chapter 1 mainly introduces the statistical scope of the report, market division standards, and market research methods.

Chapter 2 is an executive summary of different market segments (by region, product type, application, etc), including the market size of each market segment, future development potential, and so on. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the Butter and Margarine Market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term, and long term.

Chapter 3 makes a detailed analysis of the market's competitive landscape of the market and provides the market share, capacity, output, price, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information of the main manufacturers in the market.

Chapter 4 is the analysis of the whole market industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry, as well as Porter's five forces analysis.

Chapter 5 introduces the latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.

Chapter 6 provides the analysis of various market segments according to product types, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.

Chapter 7 provides the analysis of various market segments according to application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.

Chapter 8 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and its main countries and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and capacity of each country in the world.

Chapter 9 shares the main producing countries of Butter and Margarine, their output value, profit level, regional supply, production capacity layout, etc. from the supply side.

Chapter 10 introduces the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales revenue, sales volume, price, gross profit margin, market share, product introduction, recent development, etc.

Chapter 11 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region in the next five years.

Chapter 12 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each market segment in the next five years.

Chapter 13 is the main points and conclusions of the report.

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Access to date statistics compiled by our researchers. These provide you with historical and forecast data, which is analyzed to tell you why your market is set to change

This enables you to anticipate market changes to remain ahead of your competitors

You will be able to copy data from the Excel spreadsheet straight into your marketing plans, business presentations, or other strategic documents

The concise analysis, clear graph, and table format will enable you to pinpoint the information you require quickly

Provision of market value data for each segment and sub-segment

Indicates the region and segment that is expected to witness the fastest growth as well as to dominate the market

Analysis by geography highlighting the consumption of the product/service in the region as well as indicating the factors that are affecting the market within each region

Competitive landscape which incorporates the market ranking of the major players, along with new service/product launches, partnerships, business expansions, and acquisitions in the past five years of companies profiled

Extensive company profiles comprising of company overview, company insights, product benchmarking, and SWOT analysis for the major market players

The current as well as the future market outlook of the industry concerning recent developments which involve growth opportunities and drivers as well as challenges and restraints of both emerging as well as developed regions

Includes in-depth analysis of the market from various perspectives through Porter’s five forces analysis

Provides insight into the market through Value Chain

Market dynamics scenario, along with growth opportunities of the market in the years to come

Table of Contents

166 Pages
1 Research Methodology And Statistical Scope
1.1 Market Definition And Statistical Scope Of Butter And Margarine
1.2 Key Market Segments
1.2.1 Butter And Margarine Segment By Type
1.2.2 Butter And Margarine Segment By Application
1.3 Methodology & Sources Of Information
1.3.1 Research Methodology
1.3.2 Research Process
1.3.3 Market Breakdown And Data Triangulation
1.3.4 Base Year
1.3.5 Report Assumptions & Caveats
2 Butter And Margarine Market Overview
2.1 Global Market Overview
2.1.1 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size (M Usd) Estimates And Forecasts (2020-2033)
2.1.2 Global Butter And Margarine Sales Estimates And Forecasts (2020-2033)
2.2 Market Segment Executive Summary
2.3 Global Market Size By Region
3 Butter And Margarine Market Competitive Landscape
3.1 Company Assessment Quadrant
3.2 Global Butter And Margarine Product Life Cycle
3.3 Global Butter And Margarine Sales By Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.4 Global Butter And Margarine Revenue Market Share By Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.5 Butter And Margarine Market Share By Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, And Tier 3)
3.6 Global Butter And Margarine Average Price By Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.7 Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Sites, Areas Served, And Product Types
3.8 Butter And Margarine Market Competitive Situation And Trends
3.8.1 Butter And Margarine Market Concentration Rate
3.8.2 Global 5 And 10 Largest Butter And Margarine Players Market Share By Revenue
3.8.3 Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansion
4 Butter And Margarine Industry Chain Analysis
4.1 Butter And Margarine Industry Chain Analysis
4.2 Market Overview Of Key Raw Materials
4.3 Midstream Market Analysis
4.4 Downstream Customer Analysis
5 The Development And Dynamics Of Butter And Margarine Market
5.1 Key Development Trends
5.2 Driving Factors
5.3 Market Challenges
5.4 Industry News
5.4.1 New Product Developments
5.4.2 Mergers & Acquisitions
5.4.3 Expansions
5.4.4 Collaboration/Supply Contracts
5.5 Pest Analysis
5.5.1 Industry Policies Analysis
5.5.2 Economic Environment Analysis
5.5.3 Social Environment Analysis
5.5.4 Technological Environment Analysis
5.6 Global Butter And Margarine Market Porter's Five Forces Analysis
5.6.1 Global Trade Frictions
5.6.2 U.S. Tariff Policy – April 2025
5.6.3 Global Trade Frictions And Their Impacts To Butter And Margarine Market
5.7 Esg Ratings Of Leading Companies
6 Butter And Margarine Market Segmentation By Type
6.1 Evaluation Matrix Of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
6.2 Global Butter And Margarine Sales Market Share By Type (2020-2025)
6.3 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size Market Share By Type (2020-2025)
6.4 Global Butter And Margarine Price By Type (2020-2025)
7 Butter And Margarine Market Segmentation By Application
7.1 Evaluation Matrix Of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
7.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Sales By Application (2020-2025)
7.3 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size (M Usd) By Application (2020-2025)
7.4 Global Butter And Margarine Sales Growth Rate By Application (2020-2025)
8 Butter And Margarine Market Sales By Region
8.1 Global Butter And Margarine Sales By Region
8.1.1 Global Butter And Margarine Sales By Region
8.1.2 Global Butter And Margarine Sales Market Share By Region
8.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size By Region
8.2.1 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size By Region
8.2.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size Market Share By Region
8.3 North America
8.3.1 North America Butter And Margarine Sales By Country
8.3.2 North America Butter And Margarine Market Size By Country
8.3.3 U.S. Market Overview
8.3.4 Canada Market Overview
8.3.5 Mexico Market Overview
8.4 Europe
8.4.1 Europe Butter And Margarine Sales By Country
8.4.2 Europe Butter And Margarine Market Size By Country
8.4.3 Germany Market Overview
8.4.4 France Market Overview
8.4.5 U.K. Market Overview
8.4.6 Italy Market Overview
8.4.7 Spain Market Overview
8.5 Asia Pacific
8.5.1 Asia Pacific Butter And Margarine Sales By Region
8.5.2 Asia Pacific Butter And Margarine Market Size By Region
8.5.3 China Market Overview
8.5.4 Japan Market Overview
8.5.5 South Korea Market Overview
8.5.6 India Market Overview
8.5.7 Southeast Asia Market Overview
8.6 South America
8.6.1 South America Butter And Margarine Sales By Country
8.6.2 South America Butter And Margarine Market Size By Country
8.6.3 Brazil Market Overview
8.6.4 Argentina Market Overview
8.6.5 Columbia Market Overview
8.7 Middle East And Africa
8.7.1 Middle East And Africa Butter And Margarine Sales By Region
8.7.2 Middle East And Africa Butter And Margarine Market Size By Region
8.7.3 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
8.7.4 Uae Market Overview
8.7.5 Egypt Market Overview
8.7.6 Nigeria Market Overview
8.7.7 South Africa Market Overview
9 Butter And Margarine Market Production By Region
9.1 Global Production Of Butter And Margarine By Region(2020-2025)
9.2 Global Butter And Margarine Revenue Market Share By Region (2020-2025)
9.3 Global Butter And Margarine Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.4 North America Butter And Margarine Production
9.4.1 North America Butter And Margarine Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.4.2 North America Butter And Margarine Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.5 Europe Butter And Margarine Production
9.5.1 Europe Butter And Margarine Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.5.2 Europe Butter And Margarine Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.6 Japan Butter And Margarine Production (2020-2025)
9.6.1 Japan Butter And Margarine Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.6.2 Japan Butter And Margarine Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.7 China Butter And Margarine Production (2020-2025)
9.7.1 China Butter And Margarine Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.7.2 China Butter And Margarine Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
10 Key Companies Profile
10.1 Upfield
10.1.1 Upfield Basic Information
10.1.2 Upfield Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.1.3 Upfield Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.1.4 Upfield Business Overview
10.1.5 Upfield Swot Analysis
10.1.6 Upfield Recent Developments
10.2 Bunge
10.2.1 Bunge Basic Information
10.2.2 Bunge Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.2.3 Bunge Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.2.4 Bunge Business Overview
10.2.5 Bunge Swot Analysis
10.2.6 Bunge Recent Developments
10.3 Nmgk Group
10.3.1 Nmgk Group Basic Information
10.3.2 Nmgk Group Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.3.3 Nmgk Group Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.3.4 Nmgk Group Business Overview
10.3.5 Nmgk Group Swot Analysis
10.3.6 Nmgk Group Recent Developments
10.4 Conagra
10.4.1 Conagra Basic Information
10.4.2 Conagra Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.4.3 Conagra Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.4.4 Conagra Business Overview
10.4.5 Conagra Recent Developments
10.5 Wilmar-international
10.5.1 Wilmar-international Basic Information
10.5.2 Wilmar-international Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.5.3 Wilmar-international Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.5.4 Wilmar-international Business Overview
10.5.5 Wilmar-international Recent Developments
10.6 Fuji Oil
10.6.1 Fuji Oil Basic Information
10.6.2 Fuji Oil Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.6.3 Fuji Oil Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.6.4 Fuji Oil Business Overview
10.6.5 Fuji Oil Recent Developments
10.7 Brf
10.7.1 Brf Basic Information
10.7.2 Brf Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.7.3 Brf Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.7.4 Brf Business Overview
10.7.5 Brf Recent Developments
10.8 Yildiz Holding
10.8.1 Yildiz Holding Basic Information
10.8.2 Yildiz Holding Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.8.3 Yildiz Holding Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.8.4 Yildiz Holding Business Overview
10.8.5 Yildiz Holding Recent Developments
10.9 Grupo Lala
10.9.1 Grupo Lala Basic Information
10.9.2 Grupo Lala Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.9.3 Grupo Lala Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.9.4 Grupo Lala Business Overview
10.9.5 Grupo Lala Recent Developments
10.10 Namchow
10.10.1 Namchow Basic Information
10.10.2 Namchow Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.10.3 Namchow Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.10.4 Namchow Business Overview
10.10.5 Namchow Recent Developments
10.11 Cargill
10.11.1 Cargill Basic Information
10.11.2 Cargill Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.11.3 Cargill Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.11.4 Cargill Business Overview
10.11.5 Cargill Recent Developments
10.12 Cofco
10.12.1 Cofco Basic Information
10.12.2 Cofco Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.12.3 Cofco Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.12.4 Cofco Business Overview
10.12.5 Cofco Recent Developments
10.13 Uni-president
10.13.1 Uni-president Basic Information
10.13.2 Uni-president Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.13.3 Uni-president Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.13.4 Uni-president Business Overview
10.13.5 Uni-president Recent Developments
10.14 Mengniu Group
10.14.1 Mengniu Group Basic Information
10.14.2 Mengniu Group Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.14.3 Mengniu Group Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.14.4 Mengniu Group Business Overview
10.14.5 Mengniu Group Recent Developments
10.15 Yili Group
10.15.1 Yili Group Basic Information
10.15.2 Yili Group Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.15.3 Yili Group Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.15.4 Yili Group Business Overview
10.15.5 Yili Group Recent Developments
10.16 Land O‘lakes
10.16.1 Land O‘lakes Basic Information
10.16.2 Land O‘lakes Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.16.3 Land O‘lakes Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.16.4 Land O‘lakes Business Overview
10.16.5 Land O‘lakes Recent Developments
10.17 Arla Foods
10.17.1 Arla Foods Basic Information
10.17.2 Arla Foods Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.17.3 Arla Foods Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.17.4 Arla Foods Business Overview
10.17.5 Arla Foods Recent Developments
10.18 Lactails
10.18.1 Lactails Basic Information
10.18.2 Lactails Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.18.3 Lactails Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.18.4 Lactails Business Overview
10.18.5 Lactails Recent Developments
10.19 Fonterra
10.19.1 Fonterra Basic Information
10.19.2 Fonterra Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.19.3 Fonterra Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.19.4 Fonterra Business Overview
10.19.5 Fonterra Recent Developments
10.20 Amul
10.20.1 Amul Basic Information
10.20.2 Amul Butter And Margarine Product Overview
10.20.3 Amul Butter And Margarine Product Market Performance
10.20.4 Amul Business Overview
10.20.5 Amul Recent Developments
11 Butter And Margarine Market Forecast By Region
11.1 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size Forecast
11.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Forecast By Region
11.2.1 North America Market Size Forecast By Country
11.2.2 Europe Butter And Margarine Market Size Forecast By Country
11.2.3 Asia Pacific Butter And Margarine Market Size Forecast By Region
11.2.4 South America Butter And Margarine Market Size Forecast By Country
11.2.5 Middle East And Africa Forecasted Sales Of Butter And Margarine By Country
12 Forecast Market By Type And By Application (2026-2033)
12.1 Global Butter And Margarine Market Forecast By Type (2026-2033)
12.1.1 Global Forecasted Sales Of Butter And Margarine By Type (2026-2033)
12.1.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size Forecast By Type (2026-2033)
12.1.3 Global Forecasted Price Of Butter And Margarine By Type (2026-2033)
12.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Forecast By Application (2026-2033)
12.2.1 Global Butter And Margarine Sales (K Mt) Forecast By Application
12.2.2 Global Butter And Margarine Market Size (M Usd) Forecast By Application (2026-2033)
13 Conclusion And Key Findings
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