| Product Code: ETC4698114 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Croatia continued to rely on lactose imports from key players such as Germany, Netherlands, Austria, USA, and Slovenia. Despite a high degree of market concentration, the industry experienced a significant CAGR of 12.56% from 2020 to 2024. However, there was a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -16.36%. This data indicates a stable demand for lactose imports in Croatia, with potential opportunities for further market expansion and diversification in the coming years.

Croatia's Lactose market is anticipated to experience a stable growth rate of 1.91% by 2027, reflecting trends observed in the largest economy Germany, followed by United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia.

The lactose market in Croatia is growing, fueled by the dairy industry`s production of lactose as a byproduct and its wide application in pharmaceuticals, food, and animal feed. Lactose is commonly used as an excipient in tablets and as a sweetener in infant formulas. The increasing demand for lactose-free alternatives also influences market dynamics.
The lactose market in Croatia is propelled by its extensive use in the dairy and pharmaceutical industries. As lactose is a key ingredient in infant formulas and various dairy products, rising consumer demand for these products significantly supports market growth.
The Lactose Market in Croatia faces challenges due to increasing consumer preference for lactose-free products, reducing demand for lactose in food production. Rising concerns about lactose intolerance and the availability of alternative sweeteners and dairy substitutes further pressure the market. Additionally, lactose manufacturers must comply with stringent regulations regarding purity and quality, adding operational complexity.
Government policies in Croatia, particularly those aligned with the EU, focus on regulating the production and sale of lactose as a food ingredient and pharmaceutical excipient. Strict labeling requirements and safety regulations govern this market, while tax incentives for manufacturers of lactose-free products have led to increased production and demand for alternatives.
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 Lactose Market Overview |
3.1 Croatia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Croatia Lactose Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Croatia Lactose Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Croatia Lactose Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Croatia Lactose Market Trends |
6 Croatia Lactose Market Segmentations |
6.1 Croatia Lactose Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Powder, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Granule, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Croatia Lactose Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Food and Beverages, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Confectionery, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Feed, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetics? , 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 Croatia Lactose Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Croatia Lactose Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Croatia Lactose Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Croatia Lactose Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Croatia Lactose Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Croatia Lactose Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Croatia Lactose Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Croatia Lactose Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Croatia Lactose Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Croatia Lactose Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Croatia Lactose Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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