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Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food - Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic
  • Revenue in the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market amounts to US$8.38m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 9.27% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated China (US$2bn in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$0.73 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market, volume is expected to amount to 913.00k kg by 2029. The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market is expected to show a volume growth of 6.0% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market is expected to amount to 0.1kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market covers prepared baby food that comes in powdered form and is designed to be mixed with a liquid, such as water or breast milk, to create a semi-solid food product for infants and young children. It is usually made from muesli, rice cereals, and/or grain-based porridge. This type of baby food is easy to digest and enriched with essential vitamins and minerals.

Additional information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram). The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). The market only covers at-home consumption, out-of-home consumption is not included.

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In-Scope

  • Different types of rice, oatmeal, and multigrain cereals, such as Nestlé Cerelac, Gerber Whole Wheat baby cereals, and Happy Baby Organics oatmeal cereals
  • Porridges
  • Nutritional powder mixes

Out-Of-Scope

  • Cereals and flour not exclusively intended for babies
  • Prepared baby food, such as HiPP baby food jars
  • Snacks such as Happy Baby Organics Superfood Puffs
  • Infant formula, such as Nestlé LACTOGEN 1 Infant Formula Powder
  • Out-of-home consumption

Revenue

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Volume

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Sep 2024

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Price

Most recent update: Sep 2024

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Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market in the Dominican Republic is experiencing minimal growth due to various factors such as the low adoption of digital technologies, lack of health awareness among consumers, and limited availability of online services. Despite this, the market is expected to see slow growth due to increasing demand for convenience and nutritional products for babies.

Customer preferences:
In the Dominican Republic, there has been a growing demand for organic and natural baby food products, particularly in the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market. This is driven by a shift towards healthier lifestyles and an increased awareness of the benefits of natural ingredients. Additionally, there has been a rise in the number of working mothers, leading to a greater need for convenient and nutritious baby food options. As a result, there has been a surge in the market for organic and premium baby food products in the country.

Trends in the market:
In the Dominican Republic, the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market within The Food market is experiencing a surge in demand for organic and all-natural baby food products. This trend is driven by increasing awareness among parents about the benefits of feeding their babies with healthy and chemical-free options. As a result, industry players are expanding their product portfolios to cater to this growing segment. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, presenting opportunities for both established and new players in the market.

Local special circumstances:
In Dominican Republic, the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market is influenced by the country's unique cultural preferences for homemade, natural baby food. This has led to a high demand for locally-sourced and organic ingredients in baby food products. Additionally, the government's strict regulations on food safety and labeling have created a competitive market for high-quality baby food products. Furthermore, the country's growing middle class and increasing disposable income have contributed to the demand for premium and convenient baby food options.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market within The Food market is greatly impacted by macroeconomic factors such as global economic trends, national economic health, and fiscal policies. The growth of this market is heavily influenced by the overall economic performance of the country. Countries with strong economic growth and stable fiscal policies tend to have a higher demand for baby food products, leading to an increase in market size. Additionally, factors such as disposable income, consumer spending patterns, and trade policies also play a significant role in shaping the performance of this market. Furthermore, the increasing population and changing demographics, especially the rise in the number of working women, are also driving the demand for convenient and nutritious baby food products.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.

Key Market Indicators

Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

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