United States Meat Substitutes Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the United States Meat Substitutes Market is estimated to reach USD 5.76 billion by 2033 with a CAGR 11.17%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the United States Meat Substitutes Market, including market size and trends, product mix, distribution channels, and supplier analysis. Products known as "meat substitutes" are created completely of plant-based ingredients or alternative protein sources and are intended to mimic the flavor, texture, and appearance of traditional animal meats. These alternatives typically include substances like mycoprotein, which is made from fungi like Quorn, soy, wheat gluten, or pea protein. Burgers, sausages, nuggets, and ground meat substitutes are just a few of the meat substitutes that provide consumers recognizable meal options without depending on animal products.
- September 2022: Wicked Kitchen, a North American company that sells plant-based products, has purchased Gathered Foods.
- Building on the recent introduction of Beyond Steak, Beyond Meat, a pioneer in plant-based meat, announced the April 2023 release of Beyond Pepperoni and Beyond Chicken Fillet.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities: The main causes of the sales increase are the increased availability of plant-based protein substitutes in the majority of distribution centers nationwide and the growing knowledge of the health risks associated with meat intake. In 2022, about 69% of American consumers of plant-based foods bought beef-style substitute burgers. During the study period, textured vegetable protein was the most popular meat alternative in the US. Although TVP has always been a component of meat and plant-based foods, producers of meat alternatives now use it as their primary ingredient. The post-pandemic trend of consuming vegan food raised demand for TVP, resulting in a 10.71% increase in sales between 2019 and 2022.
Furthermore, The market for plant-based alternatives to meat is rising quickly as a result of customer demand. People are looking for alternatives to conventional beef products as they become more ecologically conscious and health conscious. Because plant-based meat alternatives offer a source of protein without the health risks associated with red and processed meats, like heart disease and some types of cancer, they present an alluring alternative. Furthermore, because of the negative environmental effects of meat production, such as deforestation, water use, and greenhouse gas emissions, customers are searching for more sustainable options.
Challenges: One of the main characteristics of plant-based meat substitutes that is challenging to replicate is the flesh's color. Cooking can also cause color changes in the components that make up textured vegetable proteins. Any alteration might greatly discourage customers from making repeat purchases of the goods because features like color are among the most crucial factors they take into account when making a purchase. Meat flavor is one of the most difficult components of producing them, aside from color. Flavoring chemicals cannot mimic the scent of meat, particularly in goods like plant-based meat substitutes. This resulted in the creation of bland-tasting items that don't give customers a satisfying flavor experience.
Market Competitive Landscape
The top five companies in the US meat substitutes market own 42.81% of the market, which is moderately consolidated. The Kellogg Company, Amy's Kitchen Inc., Beyond Meat Inc., Conagra Brands Inc., and Impossible Foods Inc. are the leading companies in this market.
Scope of the report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Type, By Distribution Channel |
| Regions covered | Eastern region, Western region, Southern region, Northern region. |
| Companies Covered | Amy's Kitchen Inc., Beyond Meat Inc., Conagra Brands Inc., Hormel Foods Corporation, Impossible Foods Inc., Maple Leaf Foods, The Campbell Soup Company, The Hain Celestial Group, Inc., The Kellogg Company, The Kraft Heinz Company, and Wicked Foods, Inc., along with a category for Others. |
COVID-19 Impact on United States Meat Substitutes Market
The market for meat alternatives in the US was greatly impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic, which accelerated expansion as a result of changes in consumer behavior and supply chain interruptions. Many customers looked to plant-based alternatives as a dependable supply of protein while meat processing facilities experienced shortages and closures. Increased demand for sustainable and healthier food options was a result of this trend, which was further spurred by growing health and environmental consciousness. As firms innovated to satisfy the changing tastes of consumers seeking convenience and variety, retail sales of meat substitutes skyrocketed. As a result, the pandemic not only increased sales but also sparked a long-term shift in eating patterns that made plant-based proteins a mainstay of the American diet.
Key Target Audience:
- Health-Conscious Consumers
- Vegetarian and Vegan Communities
- Flexitarians
- Environmentally Conscious Shoppers
- Parents and Families
- Athletes and Fitness Enthusiasts
- Food Service Industry
- Retail Grocery Chains
Our in-depth analysis of the United States Meat Substitutes Market includes the following segments:
| By Type: | TempehTextured Vegetable ProteinTofuOthers |
| By Distribution Channel: | Off-TradeConvenience StoresOnline ChannelSupermarkets and HypermarketsOthersOn-Trade |
Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- United States Meat Substitutes Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Segmentation of United States Meat Substitutes Market By Type (Tempeh, Textured Vegetable Protein, Tofu, Others)
- Segmentation of United States Meat Substitutes Market By Distribution Channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade)
- Expansion Analysis of United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Problems and Obstacles in United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Competitive Landscape in the United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Details on Current Investment in United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Competitive Analysis of United States Meat Substitutes Market
- Prominent Players in the United States Meat Substitutes Market
- SWOT Analysis of United States Meat Substitutes Market
- United States Meat Substitutes Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the United States Meat Substitutes Market
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. United States Meat Substitutes Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in United States Meat Substitutes Market
7. United States Meat Substitutes Market, By Type (USD Million) 2020-2033
7.1. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Type, 2020-2026
7.2. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Type, 2027-2033
7.3. Type
7.3.1. Tempeh
7.3.2. Textured Vegetable Protein
7.3.3. Tofu
7.3.4. Others
8. United States Meat Substitutes Market, By Distribution Channel (USD Million) 2020-2033
8.1. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Distribution Channel (, 2020-2026
8.2. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Distribution Channel (, 2027-2033
8.3. Off-Trade
8.3.1. Convenience Stores
8.3.2. Online Channel
8.3.3. Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
8.3.4. Others
8.4. On-Trade
9. United States Meat Substitutes Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
9.1. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size and Market Share
10. United States Meat Substitutes Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
10.2. United States Meat Substitutes Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
10.3. Eastern Region
10.4. Western Region
10.5. Southern Region
10.6. Northern Region
11. Company Profile
11.1. Amy's Kitchen Inc.
11.1.1. Company details
11.1.2. Financial outlook
11.1.3. Product summary
11.1.4. Recent developments
11.2. Beyond Meat Inc.
11.2.1. Company details
11.2.2. Financial outlook
11.2.3. Product summary
11.2.4. Recent developments
11.3. Conagra Brands Inc.
11.3.1. Company details
11.3.2. Financial outlook
11.3.3. Product summary
11.3.4. Recent developments
11.4. Hormel Foods Corporation
11.4.1. Company details
11.4.2. Financial outlook
11.4.3. Product summary
11.4.4. Recent developments
11.5. Impossible Foods Inc.
11.5.1. Company details
11.5.2. Financial outlook
11.5.3. Product summary
11.5.4. Recent developments
11.6. Maple Leaf Foods
11.6.1. Company details
11.6.2. Financial outlook
11.6.3. Product summary
11.6.4. Recent developments
11.7. The Campbell Soup Company
11.7.1. Company details
11.7.2. Financial outlook
11.7.3. Product summary
11.7.4. Recent developments
11.8. The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.
11.8.1. Company details
11.8.2. Financial outlook
11.8.3. Product summary
11.8.4. Recent developments
11.9. The Kellogg Company
11.9.1. Company details
11.9.2. Financial outlook
11.9.3. Product summary
11.9.4. Recent developments
11.10. The Kraft Heinz Company
11.10.1. Company details
11.10.2. Financial outlook
11.10.3. Product summary
11.10.4. Recent developments
11.11. Wicked Foods, Inc
11.11.1. Company details
11.11.2. Financial outlook
11.11.3. Product summary
11.11.4. Recent developments
11.12. Others
12. Conclusion
13. Reference Links
14. List of Abbreviations
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