| Product Code: ETC4848803 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Croatia buttermilk import market in 2024 continued to be dominated by key suppliers such as Bosnia Herzegovina, Germany, Slovenia, Hungary, and Italy. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market with limited competition. A notable Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 15.63% from 2020 to 2024 highlights the increasing demand for buttermilk in Croatia. The impressive growth rate of 27.59% from 2023 to 2024 suggests a thriving market with potential opportunities for both local and international suppliers to capitalize on the growing consumer interest in buttermilk.

In the Europe region, the Buttermilk market in Croatia is projected to expand at a stable growth rate of 1.18% by 2027. The largest economy is Germany, followed by United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia.

The buttermilk market in Croatia is driven by the dairy industry`s production and consumption of dairy products. Buttermilk, often a by-product of butter production, is commonly used in food processing, bakery products, and beverages. The market sees steady demand, supported by Croatia`s rich dairy traditions.
The Croatian buttermilk market is driven by the growing demand for dairy-based products in the food and beverage sector. Buttermilks use in baking, beverages, and culinary applications continues to grow as consumers seek natural and healthy ingredients in their diet.
The buttermilk market in Croatia faces challenges related to raw material sourcing and consumer preferences. The availability and cost of milk, the primary raw material for buttermilk production, can fluctuate based on agricultural conditions and market dynamics. Additionally, consumer preferences for healthier and more diverse dairy products can impact demand for buttermilk. The market must address competition from alternative dairy products and ensure compliance with food safety and quality regulations. Managing production costs and adapting to changing consumer trends are key challenges for the industry.
The Croatian government supports local dairy production through agricultural subsidies and compliance with EU food safety standards. These policies positively influence the buttermilk market, encouraging sustainable farming practices and the production of high-quality dairy products.
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 Croatia Buttermilk Market Overview |
3.1 Croatia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Croatia Buttermilk Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Croatia Buttermilk Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Croatia Buttermilk Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness about the health benefits of buttermilk |
4.2.2 Growing trend towards healthy eating and natural products |
4.2.3 Rising demand for dairy products in Croatia |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Competition from other dairy products such as yogurt and kefir |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials like milk |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges in the dairy industry |
5 Croatia Buttermilk Market Trends |
6 Croatia Buttermilk Market Segmentations |
6.1 Croatia Buttermilk Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Powder, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market, By End-use Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverage Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Foodservice Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Processed Food Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Croatia Buttermilk Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Business to Business, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenues & Volume, By Business to Consumer, 2021-2031F |
7 Croatia Buttermilk Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Croatia Buttermilk Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Croatia Buttermilk Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer engagement on social media platforms for buttermilk-related content |
8.2 Number of new product launches and innovations in the buttermilk market |
8.3 Growth in the number of distribution channels offering buttermilk in Croatia. |
9 Croatia Buttermilk Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Croatia Buttermilk Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Croatia Buttermilk Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Croatia Buttermilk Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Croatia Buttermilk Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Croatia Buttermilk Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |