The UK frozen unconcentrated orange juice market experienced a considerable decline from 2013 to 2023, decreasing from 23.492 million kilograms to 14.069 million kilograms. This represents an overall negative growth trend characterized by fluctuating year-on-year values. Notable changes include significant drops in 2014 (-26.48%) and 2020 (-12.22%), whereas modest growth periods were observed in 2018 (6.68%) and 2019 (6.26%). The 5-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was -2.6%, illustrating a consistent medium-term contraction.
The forecast for 2024 and beyond points to a continued downward trajectory, with an expected CAGR of -3.64% over the next five years, culminating in an overall decline of 16.91% by 2028, reaching 11.186 million kilograms.
Future trends to watch for include changes in consumer preferences towards fresher or alternative juice options, potential economic impacts on spending habits, and advancements in freezing and concentrate technologies that could either negatively or positively influence market size.
