Between 2014 and 2023, the demand for infant food in the UAE fluctuated significantly. From a stable value of 3.0 thousand metric tons from 2014 to 2017, it surged to 10.0 in 2018, marking a 233.33% year-on-year increase. The following year, 2019, saw a 20% decrease, dropping to 8.0, and 2020 continued this downward trend with a further 6.63% reduction to 7.47. However, demand rebounded in 2021 with a 20.48% increase, reaching 9.0, then climbed another 11.11% in 2022 to 10.0. By 2023, it stabilized at 10.0 thousand metric tons. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period reveals significant annual growth, with 27.23% being the peak in 2022.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest a steady growth trajectory for infant food demand in the UAE. From 10.59 thousand metric tons in 2024, it's expected to rise to 12.45 by 2028, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 3.29%, translating to a 17.56% overall growth rate during this period.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include potential market saturation, changes in birth rates, and evolving consumer preferences towards organic and specialized infant food options, which could drive further demand.
