Middle East & Africa Seasoning & Spices Market Size & Outlook
The seasoning & spices market in Middle East & Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 4,989.4 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 7.3% is expected of Middle East & Africa seasoning & spices market from 2025 to 2030.
The MEA seasoning & spices market generated a revenue of USD 3,261.1 million in 2024.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2025 to 2030.
In terms of segment, spices was the largest revenue generating product in 2024.
Salt & Salts Substitutes 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 2025 to 2030.
MEA data book summary
Market revenue in 2024
USD 3,261.1 million
Market revenue in 2030
USD 4,989.4 million
Growth rate
7.3% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segment
Spices
Fastest growing segment
Salt & Salts Substitutes
Historical data covered
2018 - 2023
Base year for estimation
2024
Forecast period covered
2025 - 2030
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Spices, Herbs, Salt & Salts Substitutes
Key market players worldwide
Ajinomoto Co Inc, Sensient Technologies Corp, Associated British Foods PLC, Kerry Group PLC Class A, McCormick & Co Inc, DohlerGroup, DS Group, Everest Spices, Bart Ingredients
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 14.1% of the global seasoning & spices market in 2024.
Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
North America is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 958.1 million by 2030.
Middle Eastern cuisine is renowned for its vibrant and complex flavors and staple spices like turmeric, nutmeg, and cumin form the foundation of many dishes. These spices have gained foothold as some widely used seasonings and spices across the food industry.
Many spices and seasonings have been traditionally used for their medicinal properties. Cumin, for example, aids digestion, while turmeric possesses anti-inflammatory qualities. Certain spices, such as turmeric, cumin, and cardamom, can be incorporated into a wide range of Middle Eastern dishes, solidifying their status as staple seasonings in the region's cuisine.
Middle East & Africa Seasoning & Spices Market Outlook
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Spices was the largest segment with a revenue share of 64.56% in 2024.
Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa seasoning & spices market based on spices, herbs, salt & salts substitutes covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.
Middle Eastern cuisine is renowned for its vibrant and complex flavors and staple spices like turmeric, nutmeg, and cumin form the foundation of many dishes. These spices have gained foothold as some widely used seasonings and spices across the food industry.
Many spices and seasonings have been traditionally used for their medicinal properties. Cumin, for example, aids digestion, while turmeric possesses anti-inflammatory qualities. Certain spices, such as turmeric, cumin, and cardamom, can be incorporated into a wide range of Middle Eastern dishes, solidifying their status as staple seasonings in the region's cuisine.
Middle East & Africa Seasoning & Spices Market Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
Spices
Herbs
Salt & Salts Substitutes
Middle East & Africa Seasoning & Spices Market Brand Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
National Brand
Private Label Brand
Middle East & Africa Seasoning & Spices Market End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2018-2030)
Retail
Foodservice
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Middle East Africa Seasoning Spices Market, 2018-2030 (US$M)