Saudi Arabia Spices and Seasoning Herbs Market Overview, 2028

The Saudi Arabian spices and seasonings market is thriving due to rising demand for convenience foods, rapid urbanization and lifestyle changes, a growing desire for natural ingredients and flavors, and rising health consciousness among people. The Saudi Arabian spices and seasonings market is expanding due to rising demand for ready meals, rapid population growth and lifestyle changes, a growing desire for natural ingredients and flavors, and increased health awareness. Consumers' rising proclivity to pay a premium for fresh and ethnic flavors, rising consumer desire for home-cooked meals, and rising demand for local cuisines by internationals due to the qualities of their cuisine are all projected to drive market expansion. The use of ready-to-use spice mixes has increased due to a growing preference for ready-to-cook food products among the working population, as well as an increase in the number of food manufacturing units and an efficient supply chain for obtaining raw materials at reasonable prices. Furthermore, rising efforts urging the public to prefer home-cooked meals to relieve stress, as well as high disposable income, are expected to expand the Saudi Arabian spices and seasoning herbs market. Saudi Arabia is home to the Islamic holy towns of Mecca and Medina, which draw millions of Muslim pilgrims from around the world each year for the Hajj pilgrimage. Many of these guests come from areas with strong culinary traditions that make considerable use of spices and herbs. As a result, during the pilgrimage season, the demand for spices and seasoning herbs rises. Saudi Arabia's strong economy and high standard of living contribute to the country's expanding food industry. People are becoming more interested in using spices and herbs to improve the flavors of foods as they seek more diversified and sophisticated culinary experiences.

According to the research report "Saudi Arabia Spices and Seasoning Herbs Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the Saudi Arabia Spices and Seasoning Herbs market was valued at USD 308.51 Million in 2022. Aromatic spice blends are used in Saudi Arabian cuisine to generate diverse and appealing flavors. "Baharat," one of the most well-known spice blends, is made up of black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, coriander, cardamom, and nutmeg. "Kabsa Spice Mix," which is used to flavor the traditional rice dish Kabsa, is another popular blend. Herbs have long been used in Saudi Arabian culture, not only for culinary purposes but also for their therapeutic benefits. Certain herbs, such as fenugreek, saffron, and black seed (Nigella sativa), are said to provide a variety of health benefits. Saudi Arabia is a huge country divided into numerous regions, each with its own culinary traditions and spice preferences. For instance, the western region near the Red Sea uses seafood and spices with a maritime influence in their meals, while the middle regions utilize more saffron and cardamom. Traditional preservation methods, such as sun-drying, pickling, and fermenting, are employed to preserve spices, herbs, and other food items, ensuring they remain available throughout the year. Consumers are curious about the potential health benefits of various spices and herbs. This prompted an investigation into traditional herbal therapies as well as the introduction of functional herbs into everyday meals. Some customers expressed a rising desire to customize their spice mixtures by blending them at home. There was also a trend toward growing herbs at home, which provided access to fresh ingredients.

The product type of the market include spices and herbs. The spices are widely consumed in Saudi Arabia and leading the market as well. Furthermore there is significant demand for herbs in various cuisines in Saudi Arabia p and is expected to register significant CAGR of the market during the anticipated time frame. Based on spices type market is bifurcated into pepper, ginger, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg & mace, mustard powder and others (onion powder, allspice, angelica, anise, asafoetida, caraway, sesame, lovage, marjoram, saffron, sorrel, star anise, spearmint, tarragon, etc.). Turmeric segment held the second highest market share and is expected to register highest CAGR of the market during the anticipated time frame. Turmeric has received much attention for its possible health benefits, owing to the chemical component curcumin, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Turmeric fits with a growing trend in Saudi Arabia of people seeking natural cures and functional foods to improve general health and well-being. Saudi Arabia has long maintained cultural and historical ties with India and the Indian subcontinent. Turmeric is a common spice in Indian cuisine, and as Indian cuisine became more popular in Saudi Arabia, so did the usage of turmeric in numerous recipes.

Based on herbs type, market include, garlic, oregano, mint, parsley, rosemary, fennel, basil, thyme and other herbs (bay leaves, sage, savoury). The oregano herbs is gaining traction in Saudi Arabia and is predicted to grow with highest CAGR of the market during the forecast period in Saudi Arabia. Oregano, which is often used in Mediterranean and Italian foods, became more familiar to Saudi customers as globalization and exposure to Western cuisines increased. As a result, as people began to incorporate it into their cooking, its popularity rose. Oregano has a distinctive and aromatic flavor that enhances the depth and richness of foods. As Saudi Arabia's culinary environment evolved, people sought out new and intriguing flavors, and oregano was a tempting option. The popularity of oregano has grown in Saudi Arabia as the number of Italian eateries and pizzerias has increased. Oregano became a common herb in pasta sauces, pizzas, and other foods as these restaurants promoted classic Italian recipes. Social media platforms aided in the popularization of food trends and gourmet ingredients. Influencers, food bloggers, and chefs offered recipes and culinary advice that utilized oregano, piqued their followers' interest, and encouraged them to use it.

Based on nature, the market is divided into conventional and organic. There is significant trend of consuming organic spices and seasoning herbs in Saudi Arabia and is predicted to grow with significant CAGR during the forecast period. Consumers are becoming more aware of the value of healthy eating and the impact of food choices on overall well-being. Organic spices and herbs are thought to be devoid of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and chemical fertilizers, making them a healthier option than their traditionally cultivated counterparts. Based on application market is divided into meat & poultry products, snacks & convenience food, soups, sauces, and dressings, bakery & confectionery, frozen products, beverages and others (pickles and chutneys, dips and spreads, health supplements, pet food, baby food, etc.) The spices and seasoning products are widely used in meat and poultry products in Saudi Arabia. Furthermore there is significant demand for spices and seasoning herbs in soups, sauces and dressing in Saudi Arabia. Spices and herbs play an important role in increasing the flavor profile of soups, sauces, and dressings. They give these foods depth, complexity, and richness, making them more appealing and pleasurable to the tongue. Saudi Arabian cuisine has a long tradition of incorporating spices and herbs into its dishes. Traditional soups, sauces, and dressings frequently use a range of aromatic spices and herbs, making them essential to the region's genuine flavors. Spices and herbs are an easy way to add flavor to soups, sauces, and dressings without requiring complicated preparations. They are adaptable ingredients that can be combined in a variety of ways to create distinct and distinctive flavors.

Considered in this report:
• Geography: Saudi Arabia
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report:
• Saudi Arabia Spices and Seasoning Herbs market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type:
• Spices
• Herbs

By Spices Type:
• Pepper
• Ginger
• Cinnamon
• Cumin
• Turmeric
• Coriander
• Cardamom
• Cloves
• Nutmeg & mace
• Mustard Powder
• Others (Onion Powder, Allspice, angelica, anise, asafoetida, caraway, sesame, lovage, marjoram, saffron, sorrel, star anise, spearmint, tarragon, etc.)

By Herbs Type:
• Garlic
• Oregano
• Mint
• Parsley
• Rosemary
• Fennel
• Basil
• Thyme
• Other herbs (bay leaves, Sage, Savoury)

By Application:
• Meat & poultry products
• Snacks & convenience food
• Soups, sauces, and dressings
• Bakery & confectionery
• Frozen products
• Beverages
• Others (Pickles and Chutneys, Dips and Spreads, Health Supplements, Pet Food, Baby Food, etc.)

By Nature:
• Conventional
• Organic

By Distribution Channel:
• Foodservice
• Retail

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, and annual reports of companies, analyzing the government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience:
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Spices and Seasoning Herbs industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.

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