Market overview
The global plant based milk market is worth USD 35.6 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 76.9 bn by 2036, growing at a 8.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Soy is the largest by source segment.
| Scope | Drinkable plant-based milks made from soy, oat, almond, coconut, rice and pea, sold chilled and ambient in cartons and bottles. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 33.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 35.6 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 76.9 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 8.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 25,663 million litres |
| Volume 2036 | 50,158 million litres |
| Average price 2026 | USD 1.39 per litre |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Plant Based Milk market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 35.6 bn |
| 2027 | USD 38.5 bn |
| 2028 | USD 41.6 bn |
| 2029 | USD 44.9 bn |
| 2030 | USD 48.5 bn |
| 2031 | USD 52.4 bn |
| 2032 | USD 56.6 bn |
| 2033 | USD 61.1 bn |
| 2034 | USD 66.0 bn |
| 2035 | USD 71.2 bn |
| 2036 | USD 76.9 bn |
Plant Based Milk market segmentation
By source
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soy | 25.0% | 18.6% | USD 8.9 bn | 4.8% |
| Oat | 22.0% | 28.5% | USD 7.8 bn | 10.8% |
| Almond | 20.0% | 17.1% | USD 7.1 bn | 6.3% |
| Coconut | 8.0% | 6.8% | USD 2.9 bn | 6.3% |
| Rice and other grains | 7.0% | 5.7% | USD 2.5 bn | 5.8% |
| Pea and nut blends | 18.0% | 23.3% | USD 6.4 bn | 10.8% |
By packaging
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cartons | 68.0% | 64.9% | USD 24.2 bn | 7.5% |
| Plastic bottles | 22.0% | 22.0% | USD 7.8 bn | 8.0% |
| Cans and pouches | 10.0% | 13.1% | USD 3.6 bn | 11.0% |
By sales channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supermarkets | 55.0% | 50.0% | USD 19.6 bn | 7.0% |
| Foodservice and coffee shops | 18.0% | 19.0% | USD 6.4 bn | 8.6% |
| Online | 12.0% | 16.0% | USD 4.3 bn | 11.2% |
| Convenience and specialty | 15.0% | 15.0% | USD 5.3 bn | 8.0% |
By formulation
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsweetened | 34.0% | 38.0% | USD 12.1 bn | 9.2% |
| Sweetened | 24.0% | 20.0% | USD 8.6 bn | 6.0% |
| Flavoured | 20.0% | 18.0% | USD 7.1 bn | 6.9% |
| Barista and fortified | 22.0% | 24.0% | USD 7.8 bn | 8.9% |
By storage format
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (UHT) | 58.0% | 56.0% | USD 20.7 bn | 7.6% |
| Chilled | 34.0% | 35.0% | USD 12.1 bn | 8.3% |
| Powder and concentrate | 8.0% | 9.0% | USD 2.9 bn | 9.3% |
Top 25 countries for plant based milk by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 78.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 8.6 bn | 24.0% | USD 15.8 bn | 6.3% |
| 2 | China | USD 7.8 bn | 22.0% | USD 18.2 bn | 8.8% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 2.0 bn | 5.5% | USD 4.2 bn | 7.8% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | USD 2.0 bn | 5.5% | USD 4.2 bn | 7.8% |
| 5 | India | USD 1.6 bn | 4.5% | USD 5.4 bn | 12.9% |
| 6 | France | USD 1.4 bn | 4.0% | USD 3.2 bn | 8.3% |
| 7 | Indonesia | USD 1.2 bn | 3.5% | USD 2.9 bn | 8.9% |
| 8 | Japan | USD 1.2 bn | 3.5% | USD 2.4 bn | 6.7% |
| 9 | Spain | USD 1.1 bn | 3.0% | USD 2.4 bn | 8.3% |
| 10 | Australia | USD 1.1 bn | 3.0% | USD 2.2 bn | 7.3% |
| 11 | Italy | USD 1.0 bn | 2.9% | USD 2.1 bn | 7.5% |
| 12 | Netherlands | USD 695 mn | 1.9% | USD 1.4 bn | 7.5% |
| 13 | Canada | USD 535 mn | 1.5% | USD 1.1 bn | 7.6% |
| 14 | Brazil | USD 438 mn | 1.2% | USD 1.0 bn | 9.0% |
| 15 | Mexico | USD 378 mn | 1.1% | USD 893 mn | 9.0% |
| 16 | Thailand | USD 331 mn | 0.9% | USD 785 mn | 9.0% |
| 17 | Malaysia | USD 299 mn | 0.8% | USD 700 mn | 8.9% |
| 18 | Sweden | USD 271 mn | 0.8% | USD 562 mn | 7.6% |
| 19 | South Korea | USD 249 mn | 0.7% | USD 516 mn | 7.5% |
| 20 | Vietnam | USD 232 mn | 0.7% | USD 546 mn | 9.0% |
| 21 | Belgium | USD 214 mn | 0.6% | USD 446 mn | 7.6% |
| 22 | Switzerland | USD 203 mn | 0.6% | USD 416 mn | 7.4% |
| 23 | Turkey | USD 192 mn | 0.5% | USD 454 mn | 9.0% |
| 24 | Philippines | USD 182 mn | 0.5% | USD 423 mn | 8.8% |
| 25 | Poland | USD 171 mn | 0.5% | USD 354 mn | 7.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 2.2 bn | 6.3% | USD 4.4 bn | 7.0% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Danone
- Oatly Group
- Vitasoy
- Nestle
- Blue Diamond Growers
- Califia Farms
- Chobani
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Alpro
- Sanitarium Health Food Company
- Hain Celestial
- Yili Group
- Pacific Foods
- Rude Health
- Planet Oat
- Pulmuone
- Kikkoman
- Eden Foods
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Ripple Foods
- Minor Figures
- Mooala
- Oatside
- Elmhurst 1925
- Good Karma Foods
- Malk Organics
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the plant based milk market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 8.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by source, by packaging, by sales channel, by formulation, by storage format. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the plant based milk market?
The global plant based milk market is estimated at USD 33.0 bn in 2025 and USD 35.6 bn in 2026.
How fast will the plant based milk market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 76.9 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 8.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 41.3 bn.
Which country is the largest market for plant based milk?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 8.6 bn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 51.5%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 12.9% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which plant based milk segment is largest?
In the by source split, Soy is the largest segment with 25.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading plant based milk companies?
Global leaders include Danone, Oatly Group, Vitasoy, Nestle.
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