The infant food market in Saudi Arabia has shown steady growth from 2014 to 2023, with occasional fluctuations. In 2023, the market size stabilized at 41.0 thousand metric tons. A notable drop occurred in 2020 with a decline of 17%, likely due to external factors such as economic challenges or disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the market quickly recovered, reaching 41.0 thousand metric tons by 2021 and maintaining stability through 2023. The 5-year CAGR up to 2023 was 0.5%, with the market showing resilience and modest growth overall.

Future trends to watch for:

Consumer demand for organic and natural infant food products.
Impact of government regulations and policies on nutritional standards.
Technological advancements in food safety and quality control.
The potential influence of socio-economic factors on birth rates and thus market demand.