Middle East & Africa Shea Butter Market Size & Outlook

The shea butter market in Middle East & Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 247.8 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 6% is expected of Middle East & Africa shea butter market from 2023 to 2030.
Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$155.6
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$247.8
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
6%
Report Coverage
Middle East & Africa

MEA shea butter market highlights

  • The MEA shea butter market generated a revenue of USD 155.6 million in 2022.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% from 2023 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, raw and unrefined was the largest revenue generating product in 2022.
  • Raw and Unrefined is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • Country-wise, South Africa is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2030.


MEA data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 155.6 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 247.8 million
Growth rate6% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentRaw and unrefined
Fastest growing segmentRaw and Unrefined
Historical data covered2018 - 2021
Base year for estimation2022
Forecast period covered2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationRaw and Unrefined, Refined
Key market players worldwideBasf SE, Cargill, Croda International PLC, Clariant AG, AAK AB, OLVEA, Sophim, Suru Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Nuts.com, Shea Radiance


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 7.2% of the global shea butter market in 2022.
  • Globally, Europe is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 1,103.4 million by 2030.

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Raw and unrefined was the largest segment with a revenue share of 61.57% in 2022. Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa shea butter market based on raw and unrefined, refined covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


Shea butter, derived from the kernels of the shea tree, is a valuable fat found in 21 African countries. The shea belt includes nations like Ghana, Nigeria, and Uganda. Africa is a major producer of raw materials for processing shea butter.

East African shea butter from countries such as Uganda and Kenya is considered luxurious, catering to specific skincare needs. This is projected to promote its use in skin care products targeted at a particular skin concern, further driving the Africa's shea butter market.

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