Market Overview

The Europe halal food market reached a value of USD 396.0 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 663.4 Billion by 2033. This growth reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.57% over the forecast period from 2025 to 2033. The market expansion is driven by an increasing Muslim population, enhanced halal certification processes, rising consumer demand for food complying with Islamic dietary laws, and stringent regulatory frameworks that maintain halal product integrity.

Study Assumption Years

• Base Year: 2024
• Historical Years: 2019-2024
• Forecast Period: 2025-2033

Europe Halal Food Market Key Takeaways

• The Europe halal food market size reached USD 396.0 Billion in 2024.
• The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.57% during 2025-2033.
• The forecast period is from 2025 to 2033.
• Market growth is driven by the increasing Muslim population and rising halal certification.
• Non-Muslim consumers are becoming more aware and accepting of halal foods due to perceived ethical and health benefits.
• Halal food options are diversifying to include snacks, ready-to-eat meals, and organic products.
• Strong regulatory support ensures compliance and fosters consumer trust in halal labeling.

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Market Growth Factors

Due to the growing Muslim populations of Europe the demand for halal food is increasing. Pew Research Center estimates the number of Muslims in Europe will increase from 44.1 million in 2010 to 58.2 million by 2030. This is from approximately 6% to 8% of the population. This contributed to the production and sale of halal products. The products conform to Islamic dietary laws. Such products are increasingly sold in supermarkets and restaurants and by food manufacturers.

There are measures in place at a government level in several European states regarding halal meat and consumer protection. France has the largest population of Muslims in Western Europe (an estimated 5.5 million Muslims), with a halal food industry worth 5.5 billion euros. It has the largest number of halal certifying bodies in the world which inspect and certify halal products to comply with Islamic law. The United Kingdom's Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC), the first halal certifying body in the UK to be government recognized, standardizes halal practices and improves market growth and export opportunities through halal compliance verification.

Halal food in Germany is in more demand due to a non-homogenous population and a good integration of Muslims in Germany. In a 2012 survey by Halal Council and national airline Lufthansa Cargo, 94% of German Muslim respondents said that they prefer halal-certified products and 59% said that they are willing to pay more for halal. German companies have been diversifying in order to include products that are halal certified. Halal certification improves and a customer base grows for halal products so Germany goes toward transformation as a gateway for halal products to Europe.

Market Segmentation

By Product:

• Meat, Poultry and Seafood: Core halal products adhering to Sharia law slaughter practices; popular among Muslims and non-Muslims for safety and health benefits, with highest consumption in the UK, Germany, and France.
• Fruits and Vegetables: Naturally halal products processed and packaged under halal standards to prevent cross-contamination; appreciated for ecological and ethical eating, increasingly found in supermarkets.
• Dairy Products: Includes halal-certified butter, cheese, yogurt, and milk, free from non-halal additives and enzymes; expansion supported by well-established dairy industries in countries like the Netherlands and France.
• Cereals and Grains: Products such as breads and pastas ensured free from alcohol and animal-based enzymes; gaining popularity especially in urban centers with health-conscious consumers.
• Oil, Fats and Waxes: Requires certification to exclude pork-derived substances; includes cooking oils, ghee, and margarine; growth in regions like the Balkans and Eastern Europe.
• Confectionery: Sweets and chocolates free from haram ingredients like gelatin from non-halal sources; increasing demand for ingredient transparency in cosmopolitan areas.

By Distribution Channel:

• Traditional Retailers: Small, independent shops or butcheries trusted for halal certification, providing personalized service especially in communities with significant Muslim populations.
• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets: Expanding halal sections to cater to diverse consumers including non-Muslims, leveraging economies of scale to reduce prices and increase accessibility.
• Online: Rapid growth accelerated by e-commerce trends and the COVID-19 pandemic, offering convenience, a broader selection, and competitive prices; serving a younger, tech-savvy demographic.

By Country:

• Germany: Significant market with a growing Muslim population; supported by a well-structured halal distribution network and high consumer awareness.
• France: Largest halal market in Europe, with high demand for halal meat and poultry; supported by strong cultural preferences and increasing supermarket availability.
• United Kingdom: Diverse halal food market with wide availability of halal-certified dining and retail options, health-conscious consumers, and a leader in halal food e-commerce.
• Italy: Growing market driven by Muslim tourism and food export strength; emerging halal-certified Mediterranean products like olive oil and pasta.
• Spain: Developing market leveraging historical ties to Islamic countries; emphasis on halal meat exports and halal tourism.

Regional Insights

Germany emerges as a dominant market for halal food in Europe, driven by significant Muslim population growth and strong distribution networks including halal-certified butchers and supermarkets. High consumer awareness and acceptance, combined with Germany’s central location, position it as a key hub for halal product distribution throughout Europe.

Recent Developments & News

In November 2023, the United Kingdom Halal Expo London 2023 announced a partnership with the Halal Products Development Company (HPDC), which supports halal product development globally through investments, equity, and certification advisory. In October 2023, the World Halal Business Conference (WHBC Circuit) 2023 expanded to the UK for its first event in London, hosted by the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) and organized by Halal Development Corporation Berhad (HDC). The conference aims to stimulate halal industry growth in Malaysia, the UK, and the European Union.

Key Players

• Tahira Foods Limited
• Chicken Cottage

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