COCONUT MILK MARKET ANALYSIS

Coconut Milk MarketSize and Trends

Market Dynamics

• Diverse applications of coconut milk and high availability of coconut are the key factors driving growth of the global coconut milk market. Coconut milk is a rich source of protein such as prolamin, glutein, albumin, and globulin. Coconut milk is associated with various health benefits such as weight loss, boosts immune system, improves digestion, prevents acne, promotes hair growth, and treats sunburn as well as reduces the risk of diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Coconut milk is added to various dishes and cuisines and has diverse usage in food and beverage industry such as ice cream, yogurt, sauces, and beverages.
• High availability of coconut will create growth opportunities for manufacturers and will fuel growth of global coconut milk market. According to statistics of Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO), global production of coconut was 58.4 million tons in 2016 and grew at the rate of 1.0% from 2011.
• However, consumers should take measures before consuming coconut milk as it contains high calories, abundant saturated fat, and often causes allergies. Moreover, popular substitutes to coconut milk such as spiced milk, soy milk, and yoghurt might be a hindrance in growth of the market. Consumption of coconut milk may increase blood fat levels, which can increase the risk of heart disease. Presence of saturated fat will increase cholesterol level, which results in weight gain and constipation. Other factors such high cost of coconut milk as compared to dairy milk and increasing health risks associated with consumption of coconut milk are expected to hamper growth of the market.