| Product Code: ETC9389671 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Feb 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
South Africa`s import trend for the plant-based ice-cream market experienced a significant decline from 2023 to 2024, with a growth rate of -99.25%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 was -53.83%. This sharp decrease in imports could be attributed to shifting consumer preferences towards local or alternative products, impacting import momentum in the market.

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 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Overview |
3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2022 & 2032F |
4 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing health consciousness among consumers |
4.2.2 Growing vegan and lactose-intolerant population |
4.2.3 Rising environmental awareness and sustainability concerns |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Higher price compared to traditional dairy ice cream |
4.3.2 Limited flavor options and taste variations |
4.3.3 Distribution challenges and limited availability in retail outlets |
5 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Trends |
6 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market, By Types |
6.1 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2022-2032F |
6.1.3 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Soy Milk, 2022-2032F |
6.1.4 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Almond Milk, 2022-2032F |
6.1.5 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Coconut Milk, 2022-2032F |
6.1.6 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Cashew Milk, 2022-2032F |
6.1.7 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F |
6.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market, By Product |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Cones, 2022-2032F |
6.2.3 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Bars, 2022-2032F |
6.2.4 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Cups/Tubs, 2022-2032F |
6.2.5 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F |
6.3 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market, By Form |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Regular/Plain, 2022-2032F |
6.3.3 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Blend, 2022-2032F |
6.3.4 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Flavour, 2022-2032F |
6.3.5 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Nuts, 2022-2032F |
6.3.6 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Beans, 2022-2032F |
6.3.7 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F |
7 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in the number of plant-based ice cream brands available in the market |
8.2 Growth in the number of vegan and lactose-intolerant consumers opting for plant-based ice cream |
8.3 Expansion of distribution channels for plant-based ice cream, such as online platforms and specialty stores |
9 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2022 & 2032F |
10 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 South Africa Plant-based Ice-Cream Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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