Ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market is anticipated to grow at a considerable CAGR of 12.9% during the forecast period.  The increasing application of UHT processing to dairy products, and for other food items such as soups, fruit juices, dairy alternatives, honey, wine, and soups is aiding market diversification. Many organic food products such as fruit juices, pulps, and honey consistof bacteria and microorganisms in their raw form. Ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing involves heating of food & beverages to temperatures close to 140°C for 2–5 seconds, followed by rapid cool down of the product. Exposure to such high temperatures inhibits the growth of the majority of bacteria and microorganisms in food & beverages.  In addition, UHT increasesthe life of products such as canned soups, broths, stews, and wines and isextensively used for the treatment of such products. Hence, diversification of the application of the UHT technique is anticipated to propel the UHT processing market growth.

The initial capital investment required for UHT processing equipment is high, as specialized equipment is required for treating the target products and also for manufacturing different packages using various raw materials.This requires huge investments that hold back manufacturers from entering into UHT processing, thereby acting as a restraint for the UHT processing market.

Segmental Outlook 

The global UHT processing market is segmented based on the mode of operation, and application. Based on the mode of operation, the market is sub-segmented into liquid, and semi-liquid. Based on application, the market is sub-segmented into milk, dairy desserts, juices, soups, and dairy alternatives. Among these,  the liquid segment is expected to register significant growth, owing to rising demand for liquid-based beverage products such as milk, soups, and juices, as it has extended shelf life.  Meanwhile, the semi-liquid segment is expected to grow at a favourable CAGR.  The growth is mainly driven due to an upsurge in consumer awareness of health and wellness, along with the rising demand for clean labels and functionality as semi-liquid drinks enhances the energy levels, physical alertness, and performance. 

Based on application, the dairy segment holds a prominent market share, owing to increasing consumption of UHT dairy products due to rising awareness among the people for consuming healthy food.  Increasing export activities of dairy products, as these requires less refrigeration, and reduces the refrigeration and logisitics cost, is another factor that drives the segment growth. 

According to the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), India's exported dairy products of 108,711.27 MT worth $391.59 millions in 2020, and 2021. The major destination countries are Bangladesh United Arab EMTs, Bahrain, Malaysia, Saudi Arab and Qatar. .

Regional Outlooks

The global UHT processing market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and Others), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Others), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East &Africa, and Latin America).  The market can be analyzed for a particular region or country level as per the requirement. Among all the regions, the North American regional market is expected to cater to prominent growth over the forecast period. However, theAsia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period.

Global UHT Processing Market Growth, by Region 2022-2028

The North American Region is Expected to Hold a Prominent Share in the Global UHT Processing Market

The North American region is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period.  The two major countries contributing to the largest market share in this region are US and Canada. The US is one of the major producers of milk products across the globe. Moreover, thegrowing technological advancements is shaping the UHT processing market in the region. Regional major companies operating in the ultra-high temperature (UHT) sector are focused on developing technological solutions to strengthen their position. For instance, in October 2020, ProMach, acquired Statco the addition of Statco-DSI expands ProMach’s systems and integration capabilities for food and beverage processing, enhancing ProMach’s capacity to provide complete turnkey systems along any part of the production line.  

Market Players Outlook

The major companies serving the global UHT processing market include GEA, Globaldata, Goma Engineering Pvt Ltd., Iwai Kikai Kogyo Co.,Ltd.and others.The market players are considerably contributing to the market growth by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, funding, and new product launches, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in July 2020, Shakarganjlaunched its good milkbrand, an all-purpose UHT milk, in Tetra Pak’s ‘Easy Pack’ – Tetra Brik Aseptic Base Leaf packaging.The new packaging, leveraging a Micro Injection Moulding (MiM) opening technology, offers additional functionalities and facilitates easy opening and pouring.

The Report Covers

• Market value data analysis of2021 and forecast to 2028.
• Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
• Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
• Key companies operating in the global UHT processing market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new product launches, and relevant news is also available in the report.
• Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
• Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
• Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.