Lewes, DE -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/14/2015 -- Report forecast the whey protein market in the US to grow at a CAGR of 5.48% over the period 2014-2019.

Milk consists of two proteins that are casein protein and whey protein. Whey protein is separated from the casein protein in milk. It is also formed as a by-product of cheese making. It is regarded as a complete protein supplement as it is composed of all nine essential amino acids. Whey protein improves the dietary nutrient content and also has a positive effect on the immune system.

This report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the whey protein market in the US for the period 2015-2019. The report considers the revenue generated through the sales of whey proteins products such as dry sweet whey powder, WPC-35, WPC-90, and whey protein isolate by the key vendors in the US. It covers the vendor landscape and a corresponding detailed analysis of the leading vendors in the US.

The Whey protein market in the US by application can be divided into following four major categories:
- Clinical nutrition
- Functional food and beverage
- Infant nutrition
- Sports and nutrition products

According to the report, rising demand for special benefits are the major driver of the use of whey protein in packaged foods. In order to increase the shelf life and enhance the nutritional content of food, various amino acids, proteins, and vitamins are added to the products.

Further, the report states that the major challenge faced by vendors in the whey protein market in the US is the highly fragmented nature of the market.

Whey Protein Market in the US 2015-2019, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. It also covers the landscape of the whey protein market in the US and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

key players in the Global Whey Protein Market in the US: Cargill, Davisco Foods, ERIE, Grande Custom Ingredients, Hilmar Cheese Company, Omega Protein and Weider

Other Prominent Vendors in the market are: Abbott Nutrition, Agri-Mark, Agropur MSI, AMCO Proteins, Bongard's Creameries, Farbest Brands, Leprino Foods and Foremost Farms

Market driver
- Growing number of working mothers
- For a full, detailed list, view our report

Market challenge
- Highly fragmented market
- For a full, detailed list, view our report

Market trend
- Growing preference toward plant protein ingredients
- For a full, detailed list, view our report

Key questions answered in this report
- What will the market size be in 2019 and what will the growth rate be?
- What are the key market trends?
- What is driving this market?
- What are the challenges to market growth?
- Who are the key vendors in this market space?
- What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

Spanning over 64 pages and 25 Exhibit "Whey Protein Market in the US 2015-2019" report covers Executive summary, Scope of the report, Market research methodology, Introduction, Market Overview, Market Landscape, Composition and types of whey protein ingredients, Market segmentation by application, Trade analysis of whey in US, Market segmentation by form, Market drivers, Impact of drivers, Market challenges, Impact of drivers and challenges, Market trends, Vendor landscape, Key vendor analysis, Appendix.

Find more information Visit at: http://www.marketresearchreports.com/technavio/whey-protein-market-us-2015-2019

Find all Diet and Health Food report at : http://www.marketresearchreports.com/diet-health-food

About Market Research Reports, Inc.
Market Research Reports, Inc. is the world's leading source for market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest market research reports on global markets, key industries, leading companies, new products and latest industry analysis & trends.

Yearly/Quarterly Report Subscription: http://www.marketresearchreports.com/subscriptions