The United Kingdom rice protein market is predicted to expand at a CAGR of 8.04% to account for US$35.912 million by 2030 from US$24.392 million in 2025.
Rice protein is a type of protein substance that is obtained from the rice. It The rice protein is a vegan form of protein, which is considered a form of an alternative source to whey or soy protein products. It offers its application across multiple industries, which including baby food, food and beverages, and cosmetics, among others.
Increasing childbirth in the nation is also among the key factors propelling the rice protein market’s growth in the UK. The rice protein is the most common and better alternatives to milk products for infants allergic to lactose. It is also a source of vegan protein, which offers multiple health benefits. The Office of National Statistics, in its report, stated that in 2023, a total of 591,072 live births were recorded in England and Wales. Meanwhile, the National Records for Statistics of Scotland stated that in 2023, 45,935 live births were recorded.
United Kingdom rice protein market drivers
Growing nation’s cosmetics demand
A major factor pushing the demand for rice protein in the nation is the increasing retail sales of cosmetics products. The sales of cosmetics witnessed significant growth in the UK's market in the past few years. In the cosmetics industry, rice protein is used as a moisturizing agent, that helps in improving the strength of the hair and providing skin hydration.
The Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Perfumery Association of the UK stated that the retail sales of cosmetics products in the nation grew by 9.7% in 2023 from 2022. The association stated that in 2022, the total sales of skincare and haircare were recorded at GBP 2,142,249 thousand and GBP 1,205,695 thousand respectively. The sales of the skincare and haircare market increased to GBP 2,395,161 thousand and GBP 1,400,814 thousand, respectively, in 2023.
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The United Kingdom rice protein market is segmented and analyzed as below:
By Source
Organic rice protein
Inorganic rice protein
By Product Type
Protein Isolates
Protein Concentrates
By Application
Animal Feed
Cosmetics
Food & Beverages
Pharmaceutical
Others
By Distribution Channel
Online
Offline
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