GCC Ice Cream Market Size and Forecast 2021-2031, Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Flavor, Category, Form, Distribution Channel, and Country

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The GCC Ice Cream size was valued at US$ 1.83 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 2.85 billion by 2031; it is expected to register a CAGR of 6.5% from 2025 to 2031.

The GCC ice cream market is benefiting from increasing disposable income and shifting consumer lifestyles. As spending power grows, especially among younger populations, consumers are prioritizing premium and indulgent food experiences. Ice cream has transitioned from a seasonal treat to a year-round indulgence, driven by urbanization and exposure to global food trends. Consumers are actively seeking variety, novelty, and quality, pushing brands to innovate in flavor profiles and formats. The demand for artisanal and gourmet offerings has surged, with consumers willing to pay more for products that offer unique taste experiences or cleaner labels. In response, companies are investing in product development and branding to differentiate themselves in a competitive landscape. Retailers and QSR chains are also expanding their ice cream assortments to meet evolving demand. As preferences continue to mature, businesses that adapt quickly and focus on premiumization are capturing greater market share across the region.

Innovation remains a key driver in the GCC ice cream market as consumers demand variety, personalization, and healthier options. Brands are experimenting with global flavors, plant-based ingredients, and low-sugar alternatives to meet diverse tastes and dietary needs. Functional benefits, such as high protein or probiotic content, are gaining appeal among health-conscious buyers. Manufacturers are also launching smaller, portion-controlled formats to cater to individual snacking trends without compromising on indulgence. Localized flavors and limited-edition collections are gaining traction, particularly among younger consumers who value exclusivity and novelty. In parallel, packaging innovation is improving shelf life, convenience, and visual appeal. As competition intensifies, businesses that prioritize R&D and tailor products to regional preferences are better positioned to win consumer loyalty. The market continues to reward players that balance indulgence with wellness, offering products that satisfy cravings while aligning with modern lifestyle choices.

Distribution strategy plays a crucial role in the GCC ice cream market's growth. The expansion of modern retail outlets, convenience stores, and premium supermarkets has increased product accessibility and visibility. At the same time, the rise of e-commerce and on-demand delivery platforms is reshaping consumer purchasing behavior. Ice cream brands are leveraging digital channels to offer direct-to-consumer models, personalized promotions, and seasonal campaigns. Strategic collaborations with food delivery services and QSR brands are further enhancing market penetration. The region's thriving tourism sector also contributes to demand, especially in hospitality, entertainment venues, and luxury resorts, where premium ice cream offerings are in high demand.

Some of the key players operating in the GCC ice cream market are General Mills Inc., Unilever plc, Nestle SA, Pure Ice Cream Co LLC (Kwality), Bulla Dairy Foods, Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), BR IP Holders LLC (Baskin-Robbins), Thrriv LLC, IFFCO Group, and Unikai Foods PJSC.

The overall GCC ice cream market size has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. To begin the research process, exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information about the market. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants to validate the data and gain analytical insights into the topic. Participants in this process include industry experts, such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, along with external consultants, such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders, specializing in the GCC ice cream market.

Product Code: TIPRE00007896

1. Introduction

1.1 Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation

2. Executive Summary

2.1 Analyst Market Outlook
2.2 Market Attractiveness

3. Research Methodology

3.1 Secondary Research
3.2 Primary Research
- 3.2.1 Hypothesis formulation:
- 3.2.2 Macro-economic factor analysis:
- 3.2.3 Developing base number:
- 3.2.4 Data Triangulation:
- 3.2.5 Country level data:
3.3 Assumptions and Limitations

4. GCC Ice Cream Market Landscape

4.1 Overview
4.2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.2.1 Threat of New Entrants:
- 4.2.2 Threat of Substitutes:
- 4.2.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers:
- 4.2.4 Bargaining Power of Suppliers:
- 4.2.5 Competitive Rivalry:
4.3 Impact of Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs
- 4.3.1 Trade between the US and China:
- 4.3.2 Impact on US Import-Export Trends:
  - 4.3.2.1 Import Trends -
  - 4.3.2.2 Export Trends -
- 4.3.3 Impact on the US Consumers:
- 4.3.4 Impact on the Stock Market:
- 4.3.5 Impact on Other Countries:
- 4.3.6 Impact on GCC Ice Cream Market:
  - 4.3.6.1 Impact on US Manufacturers -
  - 4.3.6.2 Impact on International Manufacturers -
  - 4.3.6.3 Conclusion
4.4 Ecosystem Analysis
- 4.4.1 Raw Material Suppliers
- 4.4.2 Manufacturers
- 4.4.3 Distributors
- 4.4.4 Distribution Channel
- 4.4.5 List of Vendors in the Value Chain
4.5 Average Selling Price, 2024, US$/Kg
- 4.5.1 Average Selling Price, 2024, US$/Kg, by Country
- 4.5.2 Average Selling Price, 2024, US$/Kg, by Form
- 4.5.3 Average Selling Price, 2024, US$/Kg, by Flavors
- 4.5.4 Average Selling Price, 2024, US$/Kg, by Key Brands
4.6 Consumer Demographics and Buying Behavior (trends and preferences, factors affecting buying decision)

5. GCC Ice Cream Market - Key Market Dynamics

5.1 GCC Ice Cream Market - Key Market Dynamics
5.2 Market Drivers
- 5.2.1 Popularity of Ice Creams Among All Age Groups
- 5.2.2 Availability of Innovative Flavors
5.3 Market Restraints
- 5.3.1 Health Concerns Associated with Ice Cream
5.4 Market Opportunities
- 5.4.1 Rising Popularity of Functional Ice Cream
5.5 Future Trends
- 5.5.1 Increasing Demand for Dairy-Free and Vegan Ice Cream
5.6 Impact of Drivers and Restraints:

6. GCC Ice Cream Market Analysis

6.1 GCC Ice Cream Market Volume (Kilo Tons), 2021-2031
6.2 GCC Ice Cream Market Volume Forecast and Analysis (Kilo Tons)
6.3 GCC Ice Cream Market Revenue and Forecast (US$ Million), 2021-2031
6.4 GCC Ice Cream Market Forecast and Analysis

7. GCC Ice Cream Market Revenue Analysis - by Flavor

7.1 Vanilla
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 Vanilla: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
7.2 Chocolate
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Chocolate: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
7.3 Strawberry
- 7.3.1 Overview
- 7.3.2 Strawberry: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
7.4 Raspberry
- 7.4.1 Overview
- 7.4.2 Raspberry: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
7.5 Mango
- 7.5.1 Overview
- 7.5.2 Mango: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
7.6 Blueberry
- 7.6.1 Overview
- 7.6.2 Blueberry: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
7.7 Others
- 7.7.1 Overview
- 7.7.2 Others: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)

8. GCC Ice Cream Market Revenue Analysis - by Category

8.1 Conventional
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Conventional: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
8.2 Sugar-free
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Sugar-free: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)

9. GCC Ice Cream Market Revenue Analysis - by Form

9.1 Cups and Tubs
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Cups and Tubs: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
9.2 Bars and Sticks
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Bars and Sticks: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
9.3 Soft Serves and Cones
- 9.3.1 Overview
- 9.3.2 Soft Serves and Cones: GCC Ice Cream Market - Volume and Forecast, 2021-2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.3.3 Soft Serves and Cones: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
9.4 Others
- 9.4.1 Overview
- 9.4.2 Others: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)

10. GCC Ice Cream Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Distribution Channel

10.1 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- 10.1.1 Overview
- 10.1.2 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
10.2 Specialty Stores
- 10.2.1 Overview
- 10.2.2 Specialty Stores: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
10.3 Online Retail
- 10.3.1 Overview
- 10.3.2 Online Retail: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
10.4 Vending Machines
- 10.4.1 Overview
- 10.4.2 Vending Machines: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
10.5 Others
- 10.5.1 Overview
- 10.5.2 Others: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)

11. GCC Ice Cream Market - Country Analysis

11.1 GCC
- 11.1.1 GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Countries
- 11.1.2 GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis - by Country
  - 11.1.2.1 GCC Ice Cream Market - Volume and Forecast Analysis - by Country
  - 11.1.2.2 GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis - by Country
  - 11.1.2.3 Saudi Arabia: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
    - 11.1.2.3.1 Saudi Arabia: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Flavor
    - 11.1.2.3.2 Saudi Arabia: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Category
    - 11.1.2.3.3 Saudi Arabia: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Form
    - 11.1.2.3.4 Saudi Arabia: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Distribution Channel
  - 11.1.2.4 United Arab Emirates: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
    - 11.1.2.4.1 United Arab Emirates: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Flavor
    - 11.1.2.4.2 United Arab Emirates: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Category
    - 11.1.2.4.3 United Arab Emirates: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Form
    - 11.1.2.4.4 United Arab Emirates: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Distribution Channel
  - 11.1.2.5 Kuwait: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
    - 11.1.2.5.1 Kuwait: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Flavor
    - 11.1.2.5.2 Kuwait: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Category
    - 11.1.2.5.3 Kuwait: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Form
    - 11.1.2.5.4 Kuwait: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Distribution Channel
  - 11.1.2.6 Qatar: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
    - 11.1.2.6.1 Qatar: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Flavor
    - 11.1.2.6.2 Qatar: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Category
    - 11.1.2.6.3 Qatar: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Form
    - 11.1.2.6.4 Qatar: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Distribution Channel
  - 11.1.2.7 Bahrain: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
    - 11.1.2.7.1 Bahrain: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Flavor
    - 11.1.2.7.2 Bahrain: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Category
    - 11.1.2.7.3 Bahrain: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Form
    - 11.1.2.7.4 Bahrain: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Distribution Channel
  - 11.1.2.8 Oman: GCC Ice Cream Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
    - 11.1.2.8.1 Oman: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Flavor
    - 11.1.2.8.2 Oman: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Category
    - 11.1.2.8.3 Oman: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Form
    - 11.1.2.8.4 Oman: GCC Ice Cream Market Breakdown, by Distribution Channel

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1 Heat Map Analysis by Key Players
12.2 Company Market Share Analysis, 2024

13. Industry Landscape

13.1 Overview
13.2 Agreements, Collaborations, And Joint Ventures
13.3 Expansions And Other Strategic Developments

14. Company Profiles

14.1 General Mills Inc
- 14.1.1 Key Facts
- 14.1.2 Business Description
- 14.1.3 Products and Services
- 14.1.4 Financial Overview
- 14.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.1.6 Key Developments
14.2 Unilever Plc
- 14.2.1 Key Facts
- 14.2.2 Business Description
- 14.2.3 Products and Services
- 14.2.4 Financial Overview
- 14.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.2.6 Key Developments
14.3 Nestle SA
- 14.3.1 Key Facts
- 14.3.2 Business Description
- 14.3.3 Products and Services
- 14.3.4 Financial Overview
- 14.3.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.3.6 Key Developments
14.4 Pure Ice Cream Co LLC (Kwality)
- 14.4.1 Key Facts
- 14.4.2 Business Description
- 14.4.3 Products and Services
- 14.4.4 Financial Overview
- 14.4.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.4.6 Key Developments
14.5 Bulla Dairy Foods
- 14.5.1 Key Facts
- 14.5.2 Business Description
- 14.5.3 Products and Services
- 14.5.4 Financial Overview
- 14.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.5.6 Key Developments
14.6 Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO)
- 14.6.1 Key Facts
- 14.6.2 Business Description
- 14.6.3 Products and Services
- 14.6.4 Financial Overview
- 14.6.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.6.6 Key Developments
14.7 BR IP Holders LLC (Baskin-Robbins)
- 14.7.1 Key Facts
- 14.7.2 Business Description
- 14.7.3 Products and Services
- 14.7.4 Financial Overview
- 14.7.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.7.6 Key Developments
14.8 Thrriv LLC
- 14.8.1 Key Facts
- 14.8.2 Business Description
- 14.8.3 Products and Services
- 14.8.4 Financial Overview
- 14.8.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.8.6 Key Developments
14.9 IFFCO Group
- 14.9.1 Key Facts
- 14.9.2 Business Description
- 14.9.3 Products and Services
- 14.9.4 Financial Overview
- 14.9.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.9.6 Key Developments
14.10 Unikai Foods PJSC
- 14.10.1 Key Facts
- 14.10.2 Business Description
- 14.10.3 Products and Services
- 14.10.4 Financial Overview
- 14.10.5 SWOT Analysis
- 14.10.6 Key Developments

15. Appendix

15.1 About The Insight Partners