Global Butter Blocks Market Size Study, by Type, by Application, by Distribution Channel, and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

Description

The Global Butter Blocks Market, valued at approximately USD 33.50 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4% from 2024 to 2032. The butter blocks industry is integral to the global culinary landscape, offering a solid form of butter that caters to various culinary and dietary needs. The rising demand for high-quality, versatile cooking ingredients and the increasing popularity of artisanal and traditional butter products are major factors driving market growth. Butter blocks are produced by churning cream to create a solid product containing butterfat, water, and milk solids. These blocks are widely used in baking, cooking, and spreading, providing a rich, creamy flavor that enhances various dishes. The salted butter sub-segment dominated the market in 2022, owing to its savory flavor and potential health benefits, including essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin K2, and vitamin D. Unsalted butter is anticipated to grow rapidly during the forecast period due to its versatility in various culinary applications.

The Global Butter Blocks Market is driven by the growing demand from the bakery and confectionery industries, where butter blocks are a key ingredient in products like pastries, cookies, and cakes. The increasing consumer preference for natural and high-quality ingredients also supports market growth, as butter is often perceived as a healthier and more authentic option compared to margarine or other substitutes. However, the market faces restraints such as fluctuating prices of dairy products due to variable milk production and supply chain disruptions. Additionally, health concerns related to the high fat content in butter may limit its consumption among health-conscious consumers. Opportunities in the market include the rising popularity of premium and organic butter products, as well as the expansion of the foodservice industry in emerging markets, which is expected to drive the demand for butter blocks.

The key regions considered in the study include Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa. The Asia-Pacific region registered the highest market share in 2023 and is expected to maintain its position during the forecast period. The cultural significance of butter in various rituals, combined with its widespread use in cooking and baking, contributes to the region's dominance in the market. Furthermore, the growing demand for natural and authentic food products aligns with the rising consumer preference for minimally processed butter blocks, driving market growth globally.

Major market players included in this report are:

Danone S.A.
Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Dean Foods
Megmilk Snow Brand Co., Ltd.
Nestle S.A.
Lactalis Group
FrieslandCampina
Arla Foods amba
Kerry Group
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc.
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
Devondale Murray Goulburn
Meggle AG
Dairy Farmers of America (DFA)
Westland Milk Products

The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:

By Type

Salted
Unsalted
Others

By Application

Baking
Cooking
Spreading
Flavoring

By Distribution Channel

Online Stores
Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
Departmental Stores
Convenience Stores

By Region:

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa

Years considered for the study are as follows:

Historical year - 2022
Base year - 2023
Forecast period - 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global Butter Blocks Market Executive Summary

1.1. Global Butter Blocks Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
- 1.3.1. By Type
- 1.3.2. By Application
- 1.3.3. By Distribution Channel
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 2. Global Butter Blocks Market Definition and Research Assumptions

2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
- 2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 2.3.2. Limitations
- 2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
  - 2.3.3.1. Availability
  - 2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
  - 2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
  - 2.3.3.4. Market Competition
  - 2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer's Perspective)
- 2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
  - 2.3.4.1. Regulatory frameworks
  - 2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
  - 2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
  - 2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates

Chapter 3. Global Butter Blocks Market Dynamics

3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.1.1. Increasing Demand for High-Quality and Artisanal Butter Products
- 3.1.2. Rising Popularity of Natural and Authentic Food Ingredients
3.2. Market Challenges
- 3.2.1. Health Concerns Associated with Butter Consumption
- 3.2.2. High Costs of Premium Butter Products
3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.3.1. Expansion of E-commerce Platforms for Butter Sales
- 3.3.2. Growth in Baking and Culinary Applications Worldwide

Chapter 4. Global Butter Blocks Market Industry Analysis

4.1. Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.7. Porter's 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.2.1. Political
- 4.2.2. Economical
- 4.2.3. Social
- 4.2.4. Technological
- 4.2.5. Environmental
- 4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top investment opportunity
4.4. Top winning strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global Butter Blocks Market Size & Forecasts by Type 2022-2032

5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Butter Blocks Market: Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 5.2.1. Salted
- 5.2.2. Unsalted
- 5.2.3. Others

Chapter 6. Global Butter Blocks Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032

6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Butter Blocks Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.2.1. Baking
- 6.2.2. Cooking
- 6.2.3. Spreading
- 6.2.4. Flavoring

Chapter 7. Global Butter Blocks Market Size & Forecasts by Distribution Channel 2022-2032

7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Butter Blocks Market: Distribution Channel Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 7.2.1. Online Stores
- 7.2.2. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- 7.2.3. Departmental Stores
- 7.2.4. Convenience Stores

Chapter 8. Global Butter Blocks Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032

8.1. North America Butter Blocks Market
- 8.1.1. U.S. Butter Blocks Market
  - 8.1.1.1. Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
  - 8.1.1.2. Application breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
  - 8.1.1.3. Distribution Channel breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
- 8.1.2. Canada Butter Blocks Market
8.2. Europe Butter Blocks Market
- 8.2.1. U.K. Butter Blocks Market
- 8.2.2. Germany Butter Blocks Market
- 8.2.3. France Butter Blocks Market
- 8.2.4. Spain Butter Blocks Market
- 8.2.5. Italy Butter Blocks Market
- 8.2.6. Rest of Europe Butter Blocks Market
8.3. Asia-Pacific Butter Blocks Market
- 8.3.1. China Butter Blocks Market
- 8.3.2. Japan Butter Blocks Market
- 8.3.3. India Butter Blocks Market
- 8.3.4. South Korea Butter Blocks Market
- 8.3.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific Butter Blocks Market
8.4. Latin America Butter Blocks Market
- 8.4.1. Brazil Butter Blocks Market
- 8.4.2. Argentina Butter Blocks Market
- 8.4.3. Rest of Latin America Butter Blocks Market
8.5. Middle East & Africa Butter Blocks Market
- 8.5.1. Saudi Arabia Butter Blocks Market
- 8.5.2. South Africa Butter Blocks Market
- 8.5.3. UAE Butter Blocks Market
- 8.5.4. Rest of MEA Butter Blocks Market

Chapter 9. Competitive Intelligence

9.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
9.2. Top Market Strategies
9.3. Company Profiles
- 9.3.1. Danone S.A.
  - 9.3.1.1. Key Information
  - 9.3.1.2. Overview
  - 9.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
  - 9.3.1.4. Product Summary
  - 9.3.1.5. Market Strategies
- 9.3.2. Land O'Lakes, Inc.
- 9.3.3. Dean Foods
- 9.3.4. Megmilk Snow Brand Co., Ltd.
- 9.3.5. Nestle S.A.
- 9.3.6. Lactalis Group
- 9.3.7. FrieslandCampina
- 9.3.8. Arla Foods amba
- 9.3.9. Kerry Group
- 9.3.10. Grassland Dairy Products, Inc.
- 9.3.11. Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
- 9.3.12. Devondale Murray Goulburn
- 9.3.13. Meggle AG
- 9.3.14. Dairy Farmers of America (DFA)
- 9.3.15. Westland Milk Products

Chapter 10. Research Process

10.1. Research Process
- 10.1.1. Data Mining
- 10.1.2. Analysis
- 10.1.3. Market Estimation
- 10.1.4. Validation
- 10.1.5. Publishing
10.2. Research Attributes