| Product Code: ETC102580 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
China milk protein import market in 2024 continues to see a diverse range of suppliers, with the top exporting countries being the USA, Netherlands, Metropolitan France, Denmark, and Ireland. Despite the low concentration levels indicated by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the market experienced a slight decline with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -1.02% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate in 2024 saw a further decrease of -8.13% compared to the previous year, suggesting a challenging environment for milk protein imports into China.


The milk protein market in China is growing, driven by the increasing awareness of the health benefits associated with protein consumption. Milk proteins, including casein and whey, are widely used in the food and beverage industry, sports nutrition, and dietary supplements. The market is supported by rising health consciousness, the growing demand for high-protein diets, and the expanding dairy industry in China.
The Milk Protein market in China is driven by the demand for protein-rich ingredients used in dietary supplements, sports nutrition, and functional foods. Milk proteins, including casein and whey, offer benefits such as high nutritional value and functional properties. The market growth is supported by increasing health and wellness trends, advancements in protein processing technologies, and the rising demand for high-quality protein sources.
The Milk Protein market is challenged by high production costs and fluctuating market demand.
China`s milk protein market is guided by government policies focused on food safety and nutritional standards. The government sets regulations for the production and use of milk proteins to ensure they meet safety and quality requirements. Policies support the development and innovation of milk protein technologies through funding and research support. The government also addresses issues related to dairy farming sustainability and promotes environmentally friendly practices in milk protein production.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 China Milk Protein Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Milk Protein Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Milk Protein Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Milk Protein Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing health awareness and demand for functional food products |
4.2.2 Growing consumer preference for protein-rich diets and beverages |
4.2.3 Rising disposable income leading to higher spending on premium dairy products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Challenges in ensuring consistent quality and safety standards of milk protein products |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.3 Competition from plant-based protein alternatives affecting market share |
5 China Milk Protein Market Trends |
6 China Milk Protein Market, By Types |
6.1 China Milk Protein Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Whey Protein Isolates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Whey Protein Concentrates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Milk Protein Hydrolysates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Milk Protein Isolates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Milk Protein Concentrates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 China Milk Protein Market, By Form |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Dry, 2021-2031F |
6.3 China Milk Protein Market, By Applications |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Dairy Products, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Sports Nutrition, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Infant Formula, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 China Milk Protein Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 China Milk Protein Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Milk Protein Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Milk Protein Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Milk Protein Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in new milk protein product development |
8.2 Consumer awareness and perception surveys on the benefits of milk protein |
8.3 Number of new product launches with milk protein as a key ingredient |
8.4 Adoption rate of milk protein supplements in sports and fitness industry |
8.5 Sustainability initiatives in milk protein production and supply chain |
9 China Milk Protein Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Milk Protein Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Milk Protein Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Milk Protein Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Milk Protein Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Milk Protein Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Milk Protein Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |