Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Market

Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Market Outlook (2024 to 2034)

A newly published Fact.MR report reveals that the global ready-to-use therapeutic food market is valued at US$ 459.9 million in 2024. Worldwide demand for RUTF products is estimated to increase at a 5.7% CAGR and reach a market value of US$ 800.6 million by 2034.

Increasing cases of malnutrition across the world are driving demand for RUTF to help combat malnutrition and ensure the availability of a nutrient-rich diet for more individuals.

• According to a report published by The Economic Times on September 29, 2022, 69% of deaths among children under the age of five were because of malnourishment and malnutrition in 2022.

Surging demand for drinkable ready-to-use therapeutic beverages is widening the opportunities for market players globally. Moreover, the increase in demand for drinkable RUTF products is attributed to their convenience in feeding infants and their use in paste form for treating malnutrition among small kids. As a therapeutic milk, RUTF is also gaining prominence among end users.

There are increasing investments in research activities for the development of alternative raw materials that can be utilized in preparing RUTF. Currently, milk powder, vitamins & minerals, peanuts, and oil are widely used for preparing RUTF, which is resulting in higher prices of end products. As such, several manufacturers are looking for the development of cost-effective substitutes for these currently used raw materials.

• East Asia is analyzed to capture 23.1% of the global ready-to-use therapeutic food market share by the end of 2034.
• Sales of RUTF in South Korea are forecasted to rise at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2024 to 2034.
• Demand for ready-to-use therapeutic food from UNICEF (United National International Children’s Emergency Fund) is evaluated to accelerate at a 5.4% CAGR and reach a market value of US$ 263.4 million by 2034.

Report Attribute	Detail
Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Market Size (2024E)	US$ 459.9 Million
Forecasted Market Value (2034F)	US$ 800.6 Million
Global Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.7% CAGR
Market Share of Solid Therapeutic Food (2034F)	38.8%
North America Market Share (2034F)	24.3%
Japan Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	6.2% CAGR
Key Companies Profiled	Insta Products; Diva Nutritional Products; GC Rieber Compact AS; Power Foods Tanzania; GC Mana Nutritive Aid Products; Hilina; Inno Faso; Nuflower Foods and Nutrition Pvt.; Samil Industrial; Kaira District Cooperative; Tabatchnik Fine Foods.

What is Reponsible for Steady Demand Growth for Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food?

“Rising Public Health Initiatives for Comprehensive Wellbeing”

There is rising emphasis on initiatives taken for public health to address childhood malnutrition and improve child and maternal health outcomes, which is driving demand for RUTF. Several international organizations, non-governmental centers, and governments are prioritizing efforts to combat malnutrition, thereby recognizing it as one of the most critical public health issues. Ready-to-use therapeutic food is emerging as a pivotal intervention in this regard owing to its efficiency in treating severe acute malnutrition, especially among more vulnerable populations, including children under the age of five years.

Demand for RUTF is increasing significantly with intensifying public health awareness programs and campaigns. Integration of RUTF into community-based health programs, humanitarian relief efforts, and national nutrition policies is playing a vital role in global ready-to-use therapeutic food market growth. These food products are incorporated into health systems to ensure their widespread access and availability.

Community-based health programs generally use ready-to-use therapeutic food as a pivotal part of their efforts to reach malnourished children in underserved and remote areas. In addition, humanitarian organizations are also offering RUTF during crises and emergencies, such as conflict situations or natural disasters for offering life-saving nutrition support for affected populations. Thereby, these initiatives are increasing the availability of RUTF and creating opportunities for the expansion of the global market, while scaling up distribution channels and reaching new consumers.

What issues are Market Players Grappling With?

“Higher Prices of Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Products”

Ready-to-use therapeutic food products are comparatively more expensive than their counterparts, such as some dietary supplements. Their higher prices are imposing financial pressure on governments, non-government bodies, and individuals in potentially high growth countries.

What is the Contribution of Startups to Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Market Growth?

“High Focus on Sustainable Development Goals”

Startups entering this market need to work according to the United Nations SDGs (sustainable development goals) as an instrument for taking initiatives against malnutrition globally. Aspiring market players are leveraging the framework offered by SDGs in the RUTF ecosystem and are advocating for policy support, increased investment, and collaboration for the achievement of Zero Hunger. These initiatives are emphasizing the critical role of RUTF in malnutrition and encouraging international organizations, governments, and donors to prioritize nutrition interventions.

Country-wise Insights

North America is analyzed to capture a share of 24.3% of the global market by 2034, as opined in the study freshly published by Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider. The United States is one of the prominent countries in the North American region actively involved in the production and supply of RUTF products.

Why is Demand for Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food High in the United States?

“Rising Preference for RUTF Products in Home-based Treatment for Malnutrition”

Attribute	United States
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 48.9 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	6.1% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 88.7 Million

The United States is estimated to possess 45.6% share of the market in North America by 2034. More Americans are seeking home-based treatment used for moderate and severe acute malnourished children. The use of these products is showing some positive results in short-term nutritional recovery among kids.

What is Responsible for Expanding Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Market Size in China?

“Supportive Government Programs Offering Funding for Children against Malnutrition”

Attribute	China
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 50.4 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.7% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 87.8 Million

China is evaluated to hold 47.5% of the East Asian market revenue share by 2034-end. Increased demand for ready-to-use therapeutic food products is attributed to supportive government initiatives in the form of funding offered for children suffering from malnutrition and some other health issues. Moreover, the government in China is also launching new programs to offer services for kids against malnutrition.

Why are Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Manufacturers Readily Investing in Japan?

“Growing Production of Supplement Food Products”

Attribute	Japan
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 29.8 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	6.2% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 54.4 Million

Japan is calculated to contribute a share of 29.4% of the market in East Asia by the end of 2034. A steady increase in the demand for RUTF in the country is owing to the growing production of supplement products to fulfill nutritional requirements. In addition, the growing use of ready-to-use therapeutic food products in Japan due to hectic lifestyles is also pushing manufacturers to come up with nutrient-rich RUTF products.

Category-wise Insights

This newly published Fact.MR report opined that increased demand for solid RUTF products is attributed to their convenience in carrying and consumption as it is readily available as candy bars, biscuits, and powder.

Which Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Products are Gaining Momentum?

“Growing Consumption of Solid Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Products for Their Convenience”

Attribute	Solid Therapeutic Food
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 182.1 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.5% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 310.6 Million

Solid therapeutic food is forecasted to account for 38.8% share of the global market by 2034-end. Solid RUTF products are easily available as biscuits, candy bars, and powder, which are consumed directly or sometimes mixed with drinking water for consumption as a porridge. Their easy convenience in consumption and carrying even while traveling makes them a popular choice among health-conscious end users.

Who is a Key End User of Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Products?

“Significant Contribution of United National International Children’s Emergency Fund in Procuring RUTF”

Attribute	United National International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 155.4 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.4% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 263.4 Million

UNICEF is projected to contribute a share of 32.9% share of global market revenue by the end of 2034. It has always been at the forefront of combating malnutrition and hunger-related to the global pediatric population. It is procuring a significant amount of RUTF to match the nutritional requirements of individuals around the world. Rising prevalence of malnutrition along with UNICEF’s contribution to preventing kwashiorkor and marasmus is positively impacting ready-to-use therapeutic food market trends. Several therapeutic feeding centers have also been established by UNICEF for saving lives and supporting families in poverty-stricken countries.

Competitive Landscape

Some of the key players in the ready-to-use therapeutic food industry are investing significantly in new product development to enrich their existing portfolio and gain the attention of a larger consumer pool.

For instance:

• Delfrez, in September 2022, launched a novel range of ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat meat products. This category provides chicken salami sliced, chicken popcorn, chicken breakfast sausages, chicken nuggets, and chicken cocktail sausages.

Fact.MR provides detailed information about the price points of key manufacturers of ready-to-eat therapeutic food positioned across the world, sales growth, production capacity, and speculative technological expansion, in this newly published market report.

Segmentation of Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food Market Research

• By Type :

  • Solid
    • Powder/Blends
    • Biscuits/Bars
  • Paste
  • Drinkable

• By End User :

  • United National International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
  • World Food Program (WEP)
  • Government Organizations
  • Non-government Organizations (NGOs)

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • MEA