Ultra High Temperature (UHT) Processing Market Report 2025

This Ultra High Temperature (UHT) Processing report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8 billion in 2024 to $9.2 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand for shelf-stable products, increased demand for convenience food and beverages, growing demand for aseptic packaging, increased demand for ready-to-drink beverages, extended shelf life.

The ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of e-commerce and online grocery shopping, sustainability and environmental concerns, increasing demand for UHT processing inThe pharmaceutical industry, growing demand for UHT processing inThe foodservice industry, increasing demand for uht processing inThe pet food industry. Major trends in the forecast period include innovative packaging, customization and personalization, non-dairy UHT, technological advancements in UHT processing, clean label and natural products.

The growth of the ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing market is anticipated to be driven by the increasing demand for dairy products. Dairy products, derived from the milk of mammals, undergo sterilization before packing, and UHT processing is fundamental to this method. UHT technology is widely employed in the global dairy industry across various product categories. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization's projections for 2023, world milk production is expected to reach 944 million tons, reflecting a 0.9% increase from the previous year. Hence, the heightened demand for dairy products is a key factor propelling the growth of the ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing market.

Concerns regarding food insecurity due to high food spoilage are poised to contribute to the expansion of the ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing market. Food spoilage, caused by factors like bacteria, fungi, or enzymes, results in the deterioration of food, making it unsuitable for consumption. UHT processing plays a crucial role in extending the shelf life of food products by rapidly heating them to eliminate bacteria and enzymes, effectively preventing spoilage. With nearly 1 in 10 people globally, around 600 million, falling ill due to consuming contaminated food each year, leading to approximately 420,000 annual fatalities, UHT processing addresses the rising concerns related to food insecurity and spoilage.

Major companies in the ultra-high temperature (UHT) market are concentrating on developing advanced products, such as probiotic-fortified UHT milk, to enhance their market position. Probiotic-fortified UHT milk is infused with beneficial live probiotics and processed at high temperatures, allowing for an extended shelf life without refrigeration. This combination not only promotes digestive health but also preserves the milk's nutrient content and safety. For example, in March 2023, Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a US-based farming company, launched Good Culture Probiotic Milk. This lactose-free milk serves as a convenient and affordable alternative to probiotic beverages like kefir and kombucha. It is available in whole and reduced-fat varieties, enriched with the BC30 probiotic.

Major companies in the ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing market are concentrating on developing new ultra-high temperature plants to secure a competitive advantage. These new UHT plants provide exceptional heat capabilities for advanced industrial processes and energy generation. For example, in September 2024, Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited, a New Zealand-based dairy cooperative, announced a $150 million investment to construct a new UHT cream plant. This facility is designed to address the increasing demand for UHT cream, particularly in Asia. It will initially have a processing capacity of 50 million liters, with the potential to expand to over 100 million liters by 2030, and it is expected to create 70 new jobs, thereby benefiting the local economy.

In July 2023, Tetra Pak collaborated with dairy processors to promote Ultra Heat Treated (UHT) milk, emphasizing the nutritional benefits of this processing method. The partnership aims to raise awareness and highlight the advantages of UHT milk in collaboration with dairy processors.

Major companies operating in the ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market include GOMA Engineering Private Limited, SPX Flow Incorporated Company, GEA Group, Shanghai Triowin Intelligent Machinery Co.Ltd., TESSA Dairy Machinery Ltd., Stephan Machinery Gmbh, Alfa Laval AB, Nanjing Prosky Food Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Paul Muellar Company, Tetra Laval, Microthermics Incorporated Company, Reda S.P.A., Shanghai Jimei Food Machinery Co. Ltd., Proxes Gmbh, Elecster Oyj, MicroThermics Inc., Reda SpA, Neologic Engineers Private Limited, Highland Equipment Inc., JBT Corporation, Krones Ag, Tetra Pak International S.A., Shanghai Triowin Intelligent Machinery Co. Ltd., Iwai Kikai Kogyo Co. Ltd., Shanghai Beyond Machinery Co. Ltd., Shanghai Precise Packaging Co. Ltd., Shanghai Joylong Industry Co. Ltd., Shanghai Shangwang Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Shanghai Joy Light Industry Machinery Co. Ltd., Zhangjiagang King Machine Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the glpbal ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.

Ultra-high temperature processing (UHT processing) is a food processing technology that involves sterilizing liquid food, typically milk, by rapidly heating it to a temperature above 135 °C for a very short duration, usually between two to five seconds. This process effectively kills microbial spores, extending the shelf life of the product.

The main components in the UHT processing market include homogenizers, heaters, flash cooling systems, aseptic packaging, and other related equipment. Homogenizers are devices that achieve liquid dispersion by forcing the mixture through a narrow orifice at high pressure. Products processed through UHT can exist in liquid or semi-liquid forms and can be operated in direct or indirect forms. This technology is commonly employed to ensure the safety and longevity of various liquid food products such as milk, dairy desserts, juices, soups, and more.

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The ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as sterilization and ultra-pasteurization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The ultra high temperature (UHT) processing market also includes sales of plate or tubular heat exchangers, which are used in UHT processing. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The IT market is segmented into IT services; computer hardware; telecom and software products.

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