United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market is estimated to reach USD 14.84 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 5.27%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market, including market size and trends, product mix, applications, and supplier analysis. For infants ages 4 months to 2 years, baby food and formula are soft mashes of fruits, vegetables, and cereals. As they provide vital nutrients that support baby growth, they are regarded as excellent substitutes for breast milk. The primary sources of nourishment for babies are baby food and infant components as they lack the muscle groups and enamel necessary for successful chewing. Parents are using prepared meals more often because of their comfort and increased nutritional value. Another significant benefit is variety. With so many flavors and textures to choose from, parents may help their children develop healthy eating habits by exposing them to a variety of tastes at a young age and lowering the risk of fussy eating in the future. A lot of manufacturers also provide goods tailored to specific stages, starting with silky purees.
- May 2023; Alpha-lactalbumin (alpha) is abundant in Lacprodan Alpha-50, a component in infant formula introduced by Arla Foods Ingredients. This ground-breaking release was especially designed to meet the growing need for lower protein formulas.
- February 2020; Happy Baby Regenerative Organic and Organic Baby Food are the two new product categories that Happy Family Organics has released. Growing regenerative agricultural exercises are included in a new line of products for babies.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities- The market for baby food and infant formula in the United States is mostly driven by parents' growing knowledge of the need to give their kids a balanced diet by purchasing nutrient-rich baby food items. Additionally, the launch of organic baby food items is driving market expansion. These variations are produced without the use of artificial fertilizers, pesticides, growth hormones, antibiotics, or other chemicals throughout the manufacturing process. The market is expanding due to the growing demand for ready-to-eat (RTE) baby food products brought on by consumers' strong spending power and busy schedules. Accordingly, the growth of the market is being positively impacted by the expansion of online retail channels as well as the numerous brand endorsements on social media platforms.
Challenges- The US market for baby food and formula has a number of significant obstacles that affect producers as well as customers. Stricter safety and labeling regulations have resulted from increased regulatory scrutiny, especially in the wake of high-profile recalls and safety concerns that have increased parents' knowledge of potential risks. In order to comply with changing rules, businesses must make large investments in quality control and compliance measures. There is a lot of competition in the market, with many brands fighting for consumers' attention. Price pressure from this competitive environment forces manufacturers to constantly innovate and set themselves apart from the competition. As a result of consumers' growing preference for clean-label and organic products, brands must modify their product lines and sourcing procedures.
Market Competitive Landscape
The United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market is a highly competitive arena due to the presence of multiple global and regional companies in the competitive environment. Leading companies in the industry are Abbott Laboratories, Beech-Nut Nutrition, Earth’s Best Organic, Gerber Products Company, Happy Family, Hain Celestial Group, Mead Johnson Nutrition, Nestlé, Plum Organics, and Similac and Others.
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 Packaging Type, By Distribution Channel |
| Regions covered | Eastern Region, Western Region, Southern Region, Northern Region |
| Companies Covered | Abbott Laboratories, Beech-Nut Nutrition, Earth’s Best Organic, Gerber Products Company, Happy Family, Hain Celestial Group, Mead Johnson Nutrition, Nestlé, Plum Organics, and Similac. |
COVID-19 Impact on United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
The baby food and infant formula market in the United States was greatly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents looking to provide their babies with dependable nutrition were frustrated by the initial delays to the supply chain, which resulted in shortages of essential ingredients and completed goods. Production capacity was stressed by the rise in demand for infant food, which was caused by increased consumer awareness and the necessity for convenience during lockdowns. Furthermore, consumers' preferences have evolved toward organic and reputable goods due to safety concerns. Many families resorted to online shopping as a way to adjust to their shifting circumstances, which prompted firms to improve their digital presence and distribution strategies in order to satisfy changing consumer demands.
Key Target Audience
- New Parents
- Expecting Parents
- Caregivers
- Health Professionals (Pediatricians, Nutritionists)
- Childcare Centers
- Retailers (Supermarkets, Online Stores)
- Families with Infants and Toddlers
- Parents Seeking Organic/Natural Products
- Parents of Allergic Children
Our in-depth analysis of the United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market includes the following segments:
| By Type: | Anterior Infant FormulaBaby FoodOthers |
| By Packaging Type: | BottlesCansPouchesOthers |
| By Distribution Channel: | Store-BasedNon-Store-Based |
Key Topics Covered in the Report
- United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Segmentation of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market By Type (Anterior Infant Formula, Baby Food and Others)
- Segmentation of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market By Packaging Type (Bottles, Cans, Pouches And Others)
- Segmentation of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market by Distribution Channel (Store-Based and Non-Store-Based)
- Statistical Snap of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Expansion Analysis of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Problems and Obstacles in United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Competitive Landscape in the United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Details on Current Investment in United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Competitive Analysis of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- Prominent Players in the United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- SWOT Analysis of United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
- United States Baby Food and Infant Formula 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 Baby Food and Infant Formula 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 Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market
7. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market, By Type (USD Million) 2020-2033
7.1. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Type, 2020-2026
7.2. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Type, 2027-2033
7.3. Anterior Infant Formula
7.4. Baby Food
7.5. Others
8. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market, By Packaging Type (USD Million) 2020-2033
8.1. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Packaging Type, 2020-2026
8.2. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Packaging Type, 2027-2033
8.3. Bottles
8.4. Cans
8.5. Pouches
8.6. Others
9. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market, By Distribution Channel (USD Million) 2020-2033
9.1. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2026
9.2. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2027-2033
9.3. Store-Based
9.4. Non-Store-Based
10. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size and Market Share
11. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
11.1. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
11.2. United States Baby Food and Infant Formula Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
11.3. United States
11.4. Eastern Region
11.5. Western Region
11.6. Southern Region
11.7. Northern Region
12. Company Profile
12.1. Abbott Laboratories
12.1.1. Company details
12.1.2. Financial outlook
12.1.3. Product summary
12.1.4. Recent developments
12.2. Beech-Nut Nutrition
12.2.1. Company details
12.2.2. Financial outlook
12.2.3. Product summary
12.2 .4. Recent developments
12.3. Earth’s Best Organic (Hain Celestial)
12.3.1. Company details
12.3.2. Financial outlook
12.3.3. Product summary
12.3.4. Recent developments
12.4. Gerber Products Company (Nestlé)
12.4.1. Company details
12.4.2. Financial outlook
12.4.3. Product summary
12.4.4. Recent developments
12.5. Happy Family (NextFoods)
12.5.1. Company details
12.5.2. Financial outlook
12.5.3. Product summary
12.5.4. Recent developments
12.6. Hain Celestial Group
12.6.1. Company details
12.6.2. Financial outlook
12.6.3. Product summary
12.6.4. Recent developments
12.7. Mead Johnson Nutrition (Reckitt Benckiser)
12.7.1. Company details
12.7.2. Financial outlook
12.7.3. Product summary
12.7.4. Recent developments
12.8. Nestlé
12.8.1. Company details
12.8.2. Financial outlook
12.8.3. Product summary
12.8.4. Recent developments
12.9. Plum Organics
12.9.1. Company details
12.9.2. Financial outlook
12.9.3. Product summary
12.9.4. Recent developments
12.10. Others
13. Conclusion
14. List of Abbreviations
15. Reference Links
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