--- title: The organic infant nutrition market description: Since 2020 new organic products have been launched on the infant nutrition market, where are we today? image: https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/lait%20vrai-1.jpg --- [![Armor Protéines](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Blog/logo-AP%20(1).svg)](https://www.armor-proteines.com/) - [Nutrition](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/nutrition) - [R&D](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/rd) - [Trends](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/trends) - [Food Industry](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/food-industry) - [Newsletter](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/organic-infant-nutrition-market#newsletter) # The organic infant nutrition market ![](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Photo%20Marine.jfif) **Marine CALBRIX** ![](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/lait%20vrai-1.jpg) [Nutrition](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/nutrition) [Trends](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/trends) [Marché](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/marché) published on April 1, 2022 Share this article [![facebook](https://2660472.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/2660472/Images/Blog/facebook-1.svg)](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/organic-infant-nutrition-market) [![linkedin](https://2660472.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/2660472/Images/Blog/linkedin.svg)](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/organic-infant-nutrition-market) [![twitter](https://2660472.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/2660472/Images/Blog/twitter-1.svg)](http://twitter.com/share?url=https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/organic-infant-nutrition-market) [Subscribe to our blog](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/organic-infant-nutrition-market#newsletter) In 2020, 16% of new infant formulas launched on the market were organic and, generally speaking, organic sales potential in infant nutrition is confirmed year over year. ## ORGANIC in early life nutrition: what are we talking about ? In **France**, using **organic production and processing methods** is an official sign of the quality and origin of a product. The **European regulations** that have governed organic farming since 1991 also set very strict rules for the allocation of the European BIO logo. ![The organic infant nutrition market](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined.png?width=158&name=undefined.png) | **The AB brand** Like the European organic logo, the AB certification brand makes it possible to identify 100% organic products or products containing at least 95% organic agricultural products if they are processed products. Its use is optional, but it has the advantage of being recognised by the majority of French people. | ![The organic infant nutrition market](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo%20AB.jpg?width=142&name=logo%20AB.jpg) | | --- | --- | In other countries too, the rules for organic products are pretty much the same, particularly **in China**. However, the Chinese organic certification system does not recognize the European organic certification system. As a result, it is necessary to sell products certified organic in China to certify an entire sector (farming, processing, distribution) by a certifying body accredited in China by the equivalent of the Ministry of Agriculture. ![The organic infant nutrition market](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo%20organic.png?width=130&name=logo%20organic.png) There is also a specific label for Chinese organic products. There is no obligation to apply this label to BtoB products, however BtoC products are mandatory. The use of this logo in colour is mandatory. Details of the procedure for using this logo are included in the GB standard.   ### **Ingredients without synthetic and GMO products** Ingredients used in the manufacture of an ORGANIC infant nutrition product must be produced without the use of synthetic chemicals. GMOs are also ruled out. Specific production techniques are used and seed varieties are selected for disease resistance. ### **Respect for animal welfare** The milk used in ORGANIC infant nutrition comes from animals with outdoor access, sufficient space and light and fed with ORGANIC foods. To avoid the use of antibiotics and drugs, animal health focuses on prevention and breeding. ### **Healthy and natural products** To obtain an organic infant food, organic product processors focus on maintaining the nutritional qualities of the raw materials. Biological, mechanical and physical methods are therefore preferred over chemical methods: - no colorants, synthetic chemical aromas or flavor enhancers; - additives restricted to what is strictly necessary; - no enrichment of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, unless required by law;   ## The organic food market in early life nutrition is growing According to Agence Bio, the global organic market represented €112 billion in 2019. It is a constantly growing market, which has multiplied by 3 in 10 years and more than 7 in 20 years. ![The organic infant nutrition market](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hs-fs/hubfs/sch%C3%A9ma%20bio.png?width=800&name=sch%C3%A9ma%20bio.png) It is a dynamic market in which the EU and the United States remain the leaders with 83% of the market. However, for the past 10 years growth has been driven by Asia, which gains market share each year. Although it currently accounts for only a small share (5%) of the global organic market, the sale of organic products in early life nutrition has nevertheless been **multiplied by 5 in 15 years.** *(source: Euromonitor Database)* ### **The infant formula market** According to Euromonitor, in 2021, the organic formula market represented €2.8 billion, i.e. 6.3% of the global formula market (€44.7 billion). This market has grown strongly over the past 15 years, with growth multiplied by 16, representing a gain of more than €2.632 billion. In the coming years, this market will remain buoyant and flourishing. According to forecasts, the organic formula market is even expected to exceed €4.5 billion by 2025. Moreover, China consumes the most organic infant milk, with the country recording two-thirds of the market share in value and weighing 1.8 billion euros. Europe accounts for 16% of this market.   ## Why will organic food continue to grow in the early life nutrition market? Organic products are increasingly popular. In 2021, more than 40% of French, German, Chinese and American consumers say they are influenced by the biological origin of a product when purchasing it. This figure even exceeds 60% in Spain and Thailand. *(Source: FMCG Gurus, Clean Label Survey April 2021)* Moreover, more than 60% of consumers say they are willing to pay more for organic products. *(Source: FMCG Gurus, Country Profile Survey, May 2021)* The appeal of organic food in early life nutrition is therefore likely to increase, as studies show that consumption of organic products is better for health. According to the in-depth Bio*Nutrinet study, “a higher frequency of consumption of organic foods would be associated with a reduced risk of cancer”.* To meet this demand, Armor Protéines is launching its range of biological ingredients for infant nutrition with Vitalarmor Lactoferrin Organic and Lactarmor DM 90 Organic. Want to learn more about our products and commitments? Contact us! If you want to know more about our products, reach out our team! [![Contact us!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3378452/d52466b4-5d38-44f0-8b96-001d23215634.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3378452/d52466b4-5d38-44f0-8b96-001d23215634) ## You may also be interested in these articles ### [Choose Caseinates: The strategic return of caseinates in high protein formulations](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/choose-caseinates-the-strategic-return-of-caseinates-in-high-protein-formulations) Nicolas ERABIT, published on August 3, 2026 Choose Caseinates: The strategic return of caseinates in high protein ... [Read more ![](https://2660472.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/2660472/Fl%C3%A8che.svg)](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/choose-caseinates-the-strategic-return-of-caseinates-in-high-protein-formulations) ### [2026: Key emerging trends](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/2026-key-emerging-trends) Marine CALBRIX, published on December 23, 2025 [Read more ![](https://2660472.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/2660472/Fl%C3%A8che.svg)](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/2026-key-emerging-trends) ### [Women's health: bringing issues out of the shadows](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/womens-health-bringing-issues-out-of-the-shadows) Magali Dulauroy, published on June 4, 2025 Did you know? Women perceive themselves to be in poorer health than men ... [Read more ![](https://2660472.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/2660472/Fl%C3%A8che.svg)](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/womens-health-bringing-issues-out-of-the-shadows) ## RECEIVE OUR LATEST INNOVATIONS AND MARKET STUDIES ![](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Blog/vague_footer_2.svg) [![](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Blog/logo_armor_blanc.svg)](https://www.armor-proteines.com/) 19 bis rue de la Libération Saint-Brice-en-Coglès 35460 MAEN ROCH A subsidiary of the group ![](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Blog/savencia.svg) - [Politique de protection des données](https://www.armor-proteines.com/politique-de-protection-des-donnees/) - [Mentions légales](https://www.armor-proteines.com/mentions-legales/) - [Nous contacter](https://www.armor-proteines.com/nous-contacter/) - Follow us [![](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Blog/armor_linkedin.svg)](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/armor-prot%C3%A9ines?originalSubdomain=fr) - [Nutrition](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/nutrition) - [R&D](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/rd) - [Trends](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/trends) - [Food Industry](https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/tag/food-industry) Copyright© 2026 ARMOR PROTÉINES ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Marine CALBRIX", "url" : "https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/author/marine-calbrix" }, "dateModified" : "2023-01-13T15:37:06.632Z", "datePublished" : "2022-04-01T12:12:15.000Z", "headline" : "The organic infant nutrition market", "image" : [ "https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/lait%20vrai-1.jpg" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://blog.armor-proteines.com/en/organic-infant-nutrition-market", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://blog.armor-proteines.com/hubfs/Armor_jun_2017%20Images/logo-armor-proteines.png" }, "name" : "WINBOUND" } } ```