UAE Protein Ingredients Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Plant Protein, Animal/Dairy Protein, Microbe-based Protein, Insect Protein), By Application (Food & Beverages, Sports Nutrition), And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2033
Description
UAE Protein Ingredients Market Summary
The UAE protein ingredients market size was estimated at USD 230.9 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 356.1 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2025 to 2033. The protein ingredient industry in the UAE is growing due to several key drivers, such as increasing health awareness and conscious eating, leading to rising consumption of high-protein and nutritious food options.
The shift toward plant-based diets is also supporting demand for alternative protein sources. The UAE protein ingredients industry is experiencing strong growth, driven by rising health awareness, evolving dietary preferences, and government-led food security initiatives. The rise of fitness culture and interest in sports nutrition is also boosting the need for protein-enriched foods & beverages. Key drivers include the popularity of flexitarian diets, increased interest in fitness & wellness, and a shift toward locally sourced, environmentally friendly ingredients. Convenience, product variety, and wide availability through retail and online platforms are further supporting market growth. Innovation in product formats such as dairy alternatives, protein-enriched snacks, and fortified beverages is also fueling market expansion. The UAE plant-based protein market is expanding due to rising health, sustainability, and ethical food awareness.
UAE Protein Ingredients Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the UAE protein ingredients market report based on product and application:
The UAE protein ingredients market size was estimated at USD 230.9 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 356.1 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2025 to 2033. The protein ingredient industry in the UAE is growing due to several key drivers, such as increasing health awareness and conscious eating, leading to rising consumption of high-protein and nutritious food options.
The shift toward plant-based diets is also supporting demand for alternative protein sources. The UAE protein ingredients industry is experiencing strong growth, driven by rising health awareness, evolving dietary preferences, and government-led food security initiatives. The rise of fitness culture and interest in sports nutrition is also boosting the need for protein-enriched foods & beverages. Key drivers include the popularity of flexitarian diets, increased interest in fitness & wellness, and a shift toward locally sourced, environmentally friendly ingredients. Convenience, product variety, and wide availability through retail and online platforms are further supporting market growth. Innovation in product formats such as dairy alternatives, protein-enriched snacks, and fortified beverages is also fueling market expansion. The UAE plant-based protein market is expanding due to rising health, sustainability, and ethical food awareness.
UAE Protein Ingredients Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the UAE protein ingredients market report based on product and application:
- Product Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Plant Protein
- Cereals
- Wheat
- Wheat Protein Concentrates
- Wheat Protein Isolates
- Textured Wheat Protein
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
- HMEC/HMMA Wheat Protein
- Rice
- Rice Protein Isolates
- Rice Protein Concentrates
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Others
- Oats
- Oats Protein Concentrates
- Oats Protein Isolates
- Hydrolyzed Oats Protein
- Others
- Legumes
- Soy
- Soy Protein Concentrates
- Soy Protein Isolates
- Textured Soy Protein
- Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
- HMEC/HMMA Soy Protein
- Pea
- Pea Protein Concentrates
- Pea Protein Isolates
- Textured Pea Protein
- Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
- HMEC/HMMA Pea Protein
- Lupine
- Chickpea
- Others
- Roots
- Potato
- Potato Protein Concentrate
- Potato Protein Isolate
- Maca
- Others
- Ancient Grains
- Hemp
- Quinoa
- Sorghum
- Amaranth
- Chia
- Others
- Nuts & Seeds
- Canola
- Almond
- Flaxseeds
- Others
- Animal/Dairy Protein
- Egg Protein
- Milk Protein Concentrates/Isolates Concentrates/Isolates
- Whey Protein Concentrates
- Whey Protein Hydrolysates
- Whey Protein Isolates
- Gelatin
- Casein/Caseinates
- Collagen Peptides
- Microbe-based Protein
- Algae
- Bacteria
- Yeast
- Fungi
- Insect Protein
- Coleoptera
- Lepidoptera
- Hymenoptera
- Orthoptera
- Hemiptera
- Diptera
- Others
- Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Food & Beverages
- Bakery & Confectionary
- Beverages (Non-Dairy Alternatives)
- Breakfast Cereals
- Dairy Alternatives
- Beverages
- Cheese
- Snacks
- Others
- Dietary Supplements/Weight Management
- Meat Alternatives & Extenders
- Poultry
- Beef
- Pork
- Others
- Snacks (Non-Dairy Alternatives)
- Sports Nutrition
- Others
- Infant Formulations
- Clinical Nutrients
- Animal Feed
- Others
Table of Contents
80 Pages
- Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Snapshot
- 2.2. Segment Snapshot
- 2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
- Chapter 3. UAE Protein Ingredients Market Variables, Trends & Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.1.1. Parent Market Outlook
- 3.1.2. Related Market Outlook
- 3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3. Regulatory Framework
- 3.4. Market Dynamics
- 3.4.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.4.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.4.3. Industry Challenges
- 3.4.4. Industry Opportunities
- 3.5. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.5.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.6. Market Entry Strategies
- Chapter 4. Consumer Behavior Analysis
- 4.1. Demographic Analysis
- 4.2. Consumer Trends and Preferences
- 4.3. Factors Affecting Buying Decision
- 4.4. Consumer Product Adoption
- 4.5. Observations & Recommendations
- Chapter 5. UAE Protein Ingredients Market: Product Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. UAE Protein Ingredients Market Product: Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 5.3. UAE Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast, By Product Type, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1. Plant Protein
- 5.3.1.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2. Cereals
- 5.3.1.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.2. Wheat
- 5.3.1.2.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.2.2. Wheat Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.1.2.2.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.2.3. Wheat Protein Isolates
- 5.3.1.2.2.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.2.4. Textured Wheat Protein
- 5.3.1.2.2.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.2.5. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
- 5.3.1.2.2.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.2.6. HMEC/HMMA Wheat Protein
- 5.3.1.2.2.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million
- 5.3.1.2.3. Rice
- 5.3.1.2.3.1 Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.3.2 Rice Protein Isolates
- 5.3.1.2.3.2.1 Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.3.3 Rice Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.1.2.3.3.1 Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.3.4 Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- 5.3.1.2.3.4.1 Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.3.5 Others
- 5.3.1.2.3.5.1 Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.4. Oats
- 5.3.1.2.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.4.2. Oat Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.1.2.4.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.4.3. Oat Protein Isolates
- 5.3.1.2.4.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.4.4. Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
- 5.3.1.2.4.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.2.5. Others
- 5.3.1.2.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3. Legumes
- 5.3.1.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.2. Soy
- 5.3.1.3.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.2.2. Soy Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.1.3.2.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.2.3. Soy Protein Isolates
- 5.3.1.3.2.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.2.4. Textured Soy Protein
- 5.3.1.3.2.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.2.5. Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
- 5.3.1.3.2.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.2.6. HMEC/HMMA Soy Protein
- 5.3.1.3.2.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.3. Pea
- 5.3.1.3.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.3.2. Pea Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.1.3.3.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.3.3. Pea Protein Isolates
- 5.3.1.3.3.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.3.4. Textured Pea Protein
- 5.3.1.3.3.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.3.5. Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
- 5.3.1.3.3.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.3.6. HMEC/HMMA Pea Protein
- 5.3.1.3.3.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.4. Lupine
- 5.3.1.3.3.7. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.5. Chickpea
- 5.3.1.3.3.8. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.3.6. Others
- 5.3.1.3.3.9. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.4. Roots
- 5.3.1.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.4.2. Potato
- 5.3.1.4.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.4.2.1.2. Potato Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.1.4.2.1.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.4.2.1.3. Potato Protein Isolates
- 5.3.1.4.2.1.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.4.3. Maca
- 5.3.1.4.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.4.4. Others
- 5.3.1.4.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5. Ancient Grains
- 5.3.1.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5.2. Hemp
- 5.3.1.5.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5.3. Quinoa
- 5.3.1.5.2.2. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5.4. Sorghum
- 5.3.1.5.2.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5.5. Amarnath
- 5.3.1.5.2.4. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5.6. Chia
- 5.3.1.5.2.5. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.5.7. Others
- 5.3.1.5.2.6. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.6. Nuts & Seeds
- 5.3.1.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.6.2. Canola
- 5.3.1.6.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.6.3. Almond
- 5.3.1.6.2.2. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.6.4. Flaxseeds
- 5.3.1.6.2.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1.6.5. Others
- 5.3.1.6.2.4. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2. Animal/Dairy Protein
- 5.3.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.2. Egg Protein
- 5.3.2.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.3. Milk Protein Concentrates/Isolates
- 5.3.2.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.4. Whey Protein Concentrates
- 5.3.2.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.5. Whey Protein Hydrolysates
- 5.3.2.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.6. Whey Protein Isolates
- 5.3.2.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.7. Gelatin
- 5.3.2.7.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.8. Casein/Caseinates
- 5.3.2.8.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2.9. Collagen Peptides
- 5.3.2.9.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.3. Microbe-based Protein
- 5.3.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.3.2. Algae
- 5.3.3.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.3.3. Bacteria
- 5.3.3.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.3.4. Yeast
- 5.3.3.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.3.5. Fungi
- 5.3.3.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4. Insect Protein
- 5.3.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.2. Coleoptera
- 5.3.4.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.3. Lepidoptera
- 5.3.4.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.4. Hymenoptera
- 5.3.4.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.5. Orthoptera
- 5.3.4.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.6. Hemiptera
- 5.3.4.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.7. Diptera
- 5.3.4.7.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.8. Others
- 5.3.4.8.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 6. UAE Protein Ingredients Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. UAE Protein Ingredients Market Application: Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 6.3. UAE Protein Ingredients Market Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1. Food & Beverages
- 6.3.1.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.2. Bakery & Confectionary
- 6.3.1.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.3. Beverages (Non-Dairy Alternatives)
- 6.3.1.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.4. Breakfast Cereals
- 6.3.1.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.5. Dairy Alternatives
- 6.3.1.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.5.2. Beverages
- 6.3.1.5.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.5.3. Cheese
- 6.3.1.5.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.5.4. Snacks
- 6.3.1.5.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.5.5. Others
- 6.3.1.5.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.6. Dietary Supplements/Weight Management
- 6.3.1.6.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.7. Meat Alternatives & Extenders
- 6.3.1.7.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.7.2. Poultry
- 6.3.1.7.2.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.7.3. Beef
- 6.3.1.7.3.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.7.4. Pork
- 6.3.1.7.4.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.7.5. Others
- 6.3.1.7.5.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.8. Snacks (Non-Dairy Alternatives)
- 6.3.1.8.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.9. Sports Nutrition
- 6.3.1.9.1. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1.10. Others
- 6.3.1.9.2. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 to 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 7. UAE Protein Ingredients Market - Competitive Landscape
- 7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
- 7.2. Company Categorization
- 7.3. Financial Performance
- 7.4. Product Benchmarking
- 7.5. Company Market Share, 2024
- 7.6. Company Heat Map/ Positioning Analysis
- 7.7. Strategy Mapping
- 7.8. Company Profiles
- 7.8.1. Protean Ingredients
- 7.8.1.1. Company Overview
- 7.8.1.2. Financial Performance
- 7.8.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.8.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.8.2. Circa Biotech
- 7.8.2.1. Company Overview
- 7.8.2.2. Financial Performance
- 7.8.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.8.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.8.3. Mead Johnson & Company, LLC.
- 7.8.3.1. Company Overview
- 7.8.3.2. Financial Performance
- 7.8.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.8.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
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