The casein protein market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.56 billion in 2024 to $4.93 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing popularity of high-protein diets, expanded use in clinical nutrition, growth in sports nutrition applications, greater adoption in functional foods, and rising demand from the infant nutrition sector.
The casein protein market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth expected during the forecast period is driven by the rising vegan and vegetarian population, increasing demand for slow-digesting proteins, expanding applications in cosmetic formulations, growing adoption of protein-rich foods, and a health-conscious consumer base. Key trends in this period include advancements in protein extraction technologies for casein-based supplements, the emergence of clean-label protein products, innovations in ready-to-drink protein beverages, and the development of sustainable dairy farming practices.
The increasing popularity of nutritional supplements is expected to drive the growth of the casein protein market moving forward. Nutritional supplements are oral products containing nutrients like vitamins, minerals, amino acids, or herbs designed to complement the diet and promote overall health. This growing popularity is fueled by heightened health awareness, with more people seeking to prevent illness, boost immunity, and enhance well-being through proactive nutrition. Casein protein serves as a nutritional supplement that provides a slow, sustained release of amino acids, making it ideal for muscle recovery and maintenance. It offers prolonged nourishment, especially during fasting periods, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of supplements. For example, in December 2024, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), a US-based humanitarian organization, reported delivering nearly 480 million vitamin A capsules to 71 countries in 2023, aiding over 320 million children in receiving two doses of vitamin A supplementation - a 26% increase from the 252 million children reached in 2021. Thus, the rising popularity of nutritional supplements is fueling the growth of the casein protein market.
Leading companies in the casein protein market are concentrating on creating innovative products, such as plant-based casein alternatives, to address the rising consumer interest in sustainable and alternative protein options. Plant-based casein refers to protein products that replicate the functional and nutritional characteristics of dairy casein but are entirely sourced from plants rather than milk. For example, in May 2025, Pureture Co. Ltd., a biotechnology company based in the US, introduced an emulsifier-free, plant-based casein protein engineered to closely resemble the texture and nutritional profile of traditional dairy casein. This innovation eliminates the need for additives like emulsifiers or stabilizers, offering a cleaner label that appeals to health-conscious buyers. It also provides a complete amino acid profile with a PDCAAS score of 1.0, matching the nutritional benefits of dairy casein while enabling allergen-free and clean-label product development.
In July 2024, Leprino Foods Company, a food manufacturing firm based in the US, formed a partnership with Fooditive BV to create innovative plant-based and sustainable food products. The goal of this collaboration is to promote sustainability in the food sector by bringing to market an environmentally friendly, non-animal casein protein as a substitute for conventional animal-based casein. Fooditive BV, a food technology company headquartered in Denmark, developed a vegan casein protein through the use of precision fermentation.
Major players in the casein protein market are Groupe Lactalis S.A., Arla Foods amba, Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited, Royal FrieslandCampina N.V., Agropur Dairy Cooperative, Leprino Foods Company Inc., Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., Actus Nutrition Inc., Sachsenmilch Leppersdorf GmbH, Ingredia SA, Numidia B.V, BioHealth Nutrition Inc., VRS Foods Ltd, Interfood Holding B.V., Eurial Groupe Agrial, American Casein Company, Clarion Casein Ltd., Pure Product Australia Pty Ltd, Swasthum Wellness Pvt. Ltd., Classik Casein Manufacturing Company.
North America was the largest region in the casein protein market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in casein protein report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the casein protein market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Casein protein is a slow-digesting protein derived from milk that delivers a steady release of amino acids over several hours. It is rich in essential amino acids, especially leucine, which supports muscle repair and growth. Casein protein’s primary role is to aid muscle maintenance and recovery during extended periods without food, such as overnight, making it an ideal supplement before bedtime.
The main types of casein protein include micellar casein, casein hydrolysate, and others. Micellar casein is a slow-digesting protein naturally found in milk that forms micelles, allowing a sustained release of amino acids. Its functions include stabilizing, emulsifying, foaming, and more. Micellar casein products are distributed through various channels such as online stores, supermarkets or hypermarkets, and specialty stores. These products find applications in nutritional supplements, food and beverages, agriculture or animal feed, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors, serving end users like athletes, bodybuilders, and general consumers.
The casein protein market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides casein protein market statistics, including the casein protein industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with the casein protein market share, detailed casein protein market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the casein protein market. This casein protein market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
The casein protein market consists of sales of casein protein concentrates, casein protein isolates, casein-based nutritional shakes, and casein-fortified cheese products. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values and are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The casein protein market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth expected during the forecast period is driven by the rising vegan and vegetarian population, increasing demand for slow-digesting proteins, expanding applications in cosmetic formulations, growing adoption of protein-rich foods, and a health-conscious consumer base. Key trends in this period include advancements in protein extraction technologies for casein-based supplements, the emergence of clean-label protein products, innovations in ready-to-drink protein beverages, and the development of sustainable dairy farming practices.
The increasing popularity of nutritional supplements is expected to drive the growth of the casein protein market moving forward. Nutritional supplements are oral products containing nutrients like vitamins, minerals, amino acids, or herbs designed to complement the diet and promote overall health. This growing popularity is fueled by heightened health awareness, with more people seeking to prevent illness, boost immunity, and enhance well-being through proactive nutrition. Casein protein serves as a nutritional supplement that provides a slow, sustained release of amino acids, making it ideal for muscle recovery and maintenance. It offers prolonged nourishment, especially during fasting periods, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of supplements. For example, in December 2024, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), a US-based humanitarian organization, reported delivering nearly 480 million vitamin A capsules to 71 countries in 2023, aiding over 320 million children in receiving two doses of vitamin A supplementation - a 26% increase from the 252 million children reached in 2021. Thus, the rising popularity of nutritional supplements is fueling the growth of the casein protein market.
Leading companies in the casein protein market are concentrating on creating innovative products, such as plant-based casein alternatives, to address the rising consumer interest in sustainable and alternative protein options. Plant-based casein refers to protein products that replicate the functional and nutritional characteristics of dairy casein but are entirely sourced from plants rather than milk. For example, in May 2025, Pureture Co. Ltd., a biotechnology company based in the US, introduced an emulsifier-free, plant-based casein protein engineered to closely resemble the texture and nutritional profile of traditional dairy casein. This innovation eliminates the need for additives like emulsifiers or stabilizers, offering a cleaner label that appeals to health-conscious buyers. It also provides a complete amino acid profile with a PDCAAS score of 1.0, matching the nutritional benefits of dairy casein while enabling allergen-free and clean-label product development.
In July 2024, Leprino Foods Company, a food manufacturing firm based in the US, formed a partnership with Fooditive BV to create innovative plant-based and sustainable food products. The goal of this collaboration is to promote sustainability in the food sector by bringing to market an environmentally friendly, non-animal casein protein as a substitute for conventional animal-based casein. Fooditive BV, a food technology company headquartered in Denmark, developed a vegan casein protein through the use of precision fermentation.
Major players in the casein protein market are Groupe Lactalis S.A., Arla Foods amba, Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited, Royal FrieslandCampina N.V., Agropur Dairy Cooperative, Leprino Foods Company Inc., Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., Actus Nutrition Inc., Sachsenmilch Leppersdorf GmbH, Ingredia SA, Numidia B.V, BioHealth Nutrition Inc., VRS Foods Ltd, Interfood Holding B.V., Eurial Groupe Agrial, American Casein Company, Clarion Casein Ltd., Pure Product Australia Pty Ltd, Swasthum Wellness Pvt. Ltd., Classik Casein Manufacturing Company.
North America was the largest region in the casein protein market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in casein protein report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the casein protein market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Casein protein is a slow-digesting protein derived from milk that delivers a steady release of amino acids over several hours. It is rich in essential amino acids, especially leucine, which supports muscle repair and growth. Casein protein’s primary role is to aid muscle maintenance and recovery during extended periods without food, such as overnight, making it an ideal supplement before bedtime.
The main types of casein protein include micellar casein, casein hydrolysate, and others. Micellar casein is a slow-digesting protein naturally found in milk that forms micelles, allowing a sustained release of amino acids. Its functions include stabilizing, emulsifying, foaming, and more. Micellar casein products are distributed through various channels such as online stores, supermarkets or hypermarkets, and specialty stores. These products find applications in nutritional supplements, food and beverages, agriculture or animal feed, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors, serving end users like athletes, bodybuilders, and general consumers.
The casein protein market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides casein protein market statistics, including the casein protein industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with the casein protein market share, detailed casein protein market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the casein protein market. This casein protein market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
The casein protein market consists of sales of casein protein concentrates, casein protein isolates, casein-based nutritional shakes, and casein-fortified cheese products. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values and are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Casein Protein Market Characteristics3. Casein Protein Market Trends And Strategies4. Casein Protein Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, And Covid And Recovery On The Market32. Global Casein Protein Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard33. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Casein Protein Market34. Recent Developments In The Casein Protein Market
5. Global Casein Protein Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Casein Protein Market Segmentation
7. Casein Protein Market Regional And Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Casein Protein Market
9. China Casein Protein Market
10. India Casein Protein Market
11. Japan Casein Protein Market
12. Australia Casein Protein Market
13. Indonesia Casein Protein Market
14. South Korea Casein Protein Market
15. Western Europe Casein Protein Market
16. UK Casein Protein Market
17. Germany Casein Protein Market
18. France Casein Protein Market
19. Italy Casein Protein Market
20. Spain Casein Protein Market
21. Eastern Europe Casein Protein Market
22. Russia Casein Protein Market
23. North America Casein Protein Market
24. USA Casein Protein Market
25. Canada Casein Protein Market
26. South America Casein Protein Market
27. Brazil Casein Protein Market
28. Middle East Casein Protein Market
29. Africa Casein Protein Market
30. Casein Protein Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
31. Casein Protein Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
35. Casein Protein Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Casein Protein Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on casein protein market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for casein protein ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The casein protein market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Micellar Casein; Casein Hydrolysate; Other Product Types2) By Function: Stabilizing; Emulsification; Foaming; Other Functions
3) By Distribution Channel: Online Stores; Supermarkets Or Hypermarkets; Specialty Stores; Other Distribution Channels
4) By Application: Nutritional Supplements; Food And Beverage; Agriculture Or Animal Feed; Cosmetics; Pharmaceutical; Other Applications
5) By End-User: Athletes; Bodybuilders; General Consumers; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Micellar Casein: Micellar Casein Concentrate; Micellar Casein Isolate2) By Casein Hydrolysate: Partially Hydrolyzed Casein; Fully Hydrolyzed Casein
3) By Other Product Types: Caseinates; Acid Casein; Rennet Casein
Key Companies Profiled: Groupe Lactalis S.A.; Arla Foods amba; Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited; Royal FrieslandCampina N.V.; Agropur Dairy Cooperative
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
- Groupe Lactalis S.A.
- Arla Foods amba
- Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
- Royal FrieslandCampina N.V.
- Agropur Dairy Cooperative
- Leprino Foods Company Inc.
- Glanbia Nutritionals Inc.
- Actus Nutrition Inc.
- Sachsenmilch Leppersdorf GmbH
- Ingredia SA
- Numidia B.V
- BioHealth Nutrition Inc.
- VRS Foods Ltd
- Interfood Holding B.V.
- Eurial Groupe Agrial
- American Casein Company
- Clarion Casein Ltd.
- Pure Product Australia Pty Ltd
- Swasthum Wellness Pvt. Ltd.
- Classik Casein Manufacturing Company