Market Overview

The Vietnam vegan cheese market size reached USD 16.52 Million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 38.02 Million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 9.71% during the forecast period 2026-2034. The market growth is driven by the high prevalence of lactose intolerance among Vietnamese adults, rapid expansion of e-commerce platforms, and increasing health consciousness linked to flexitarian lifestyles. Digitalization of food retail combined with growing awareness of plant-based nutrition and sustainability is expanding market share.

Study Assumption Years

• Base Year: 2025
• Historical Year/Period: 2020-2025
• Forecast Year/Period: 2026-2034

Vietnam Vegan Cheese Market Key Takeaways

• The market size was valued at USD 16.52 Million in 2025.
• The market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 9.71% during 2026-2034.
• The market size is projected to reach USD 38.02 Million by 2034.
• The high adult lactose intolerance rate in Vietnam drives demand for dairy-free alternatives with comparable taste and nutrition.
• Expansion of online grocery platforms facilitates access to specialty vegan products beyond traditional urban centers.
• Growing urban consumer health consciousness and flexitarian eating trends boost market expansion.
• The increasing digitalization of food retail, together with sustainability awareness, supports market growth.

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Market Growth Factors

Vietnam has one of the highest rates of lactose intolerance in the world, with most adults unable to comfortably consume dairy. In a culture that has never used dairy products as a meaningful dietary component, physiological studies have shown that regular consumption of dairy cheese results in digestive discomfort in many Vietnamese adults. The production of plant-based cheeses that mimic the taste and culinary functionality of dairy products may address this issue. Vegan cheese has become a more mainstream option, beyond the niche vegan community, thus becoming an everyday replacement for cheese.

The growth of e-commerce in Vietnam also benefits the vegan cheese market. Online grocery shopping is widely used nowadays, with mobile-first platforms offering customers convenience, speed and variety. Major e-commerce businesses engage consumers with sales, streamlined delivery services, livestreams, and tailored recommendations, and enable specialty vegan cheese products which normally have only one physical location to be available to all parts of the country, even in rural areas. Home delivery and product details, as well as cooking demonstrations on social commerce platforms such as TikTok Shop, build consumer confidence and trial among younger consumers.

Health conscientiousness is also rising sharply in Vietnam especially in HCMC and Hanoi, and consumers are moving toward clean and balanced eating. The flexitarian diet, characterized by eating plants without completely cropping out animal protein, rises in popularity with attribution to issues of health and wellness like better heart health, managing weight, and chronic diseases in the future. These consumers value vegan cheese for its taste, versatility, and health benefits, like a lack of hormones and antibiotics. Because a growing demographic includes young professionals and middle-class families, they eat vegan cheese to supplement healthy eating. This drives demand in the market.

Market Segmentation

By Product Type:

• Mozzarella: Popular vegan cheese variety mimicking traditional mozzarella’s taste and usability in cooking.
• Cheddar: A plant-based alternative replicating the sharp flavor and texture of conventional cheddar cheese.
• Parmesan: Vegan option providing a similar nutty flavor profile used in seasoning and cooking.
• Ricotta: Soft, creamy vegan cheese suitable for desserts and savory dishes.
• Cream: Plant-based cream cheese offering spreadable texture for various culinary applications.
• Others: Additional vegan cheese types catering to diverse culinary preferences.

By Source:

• Soy: A common plant protein base used for producing vegan cheese alternatives.
• Almond: Nut-derived source providing distinct flavor and nutritional properties.
• Coconut: Used for its creamy texture and flavor in vegan cheese production.
• Cashew: Popular ingredient offering rich taste and smooth texture in vegan cheese.
• Others: Various other plant-based sources utilized in vegan cheese formulations.

By Distribution Channel:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets: Physical retail channels providing broad access to vegan cheese products.
• Convenience Stores: Smaller retail outlets stocking plant-based cheese for quick purchases.
• Online Stores: E-commerce platforms crucial for specialty product distribution and consumer reach.
• Others: Additional distribution means supporting market accessibility.

By Application:

• Household: End consumers purchasing vegan cheese for home cooking and consumption.
• Food Processing: Use of vegan cheese in industrial food preparation and manufacturing.
• Foodservice: Application of vegan cheese in restaurants, cafes, and catering services.
• Others: Other usage areas within the food industry.

Regional Insights

The report covers major zones within Vietnam: Northern Vietnam, Central Vietnam, and Southern Vietnam. The market growth is driven by nearly universal lactose intolerance across the adult population, with rapid online grocery platform expansion broadening access to specialty vegan products nationwide. Government initiatives, rising incomes, and the flexitarian trend among health-conscious millennials underpin favorable market penetration across all regions.

Competitive Landscape

The Vietnam vegan cheese market exhibits an emerging competition landscape with limited local production and heavy reliance on imports from international brands distributed via specialty retailers and online channels. Market concentration remains low, with emphasis on product authenticity, taste, texture, nutritional fortification, and health-focused brand positioning. European, North American, and Asian brands dominate premium segments. Opportunities exist for local startups utilizing domestic ingredients like cashews and coconuts to offer competitively priced, locally flavored products. Increased consumer awareness, improved distribution, and market growth attract both international entrants and domestic innovation.

Vietnam Vegan Cheese Market Report Coverage

• Base Year of the Analysis: 2025
• Historical Period: 2020-2025
• Forecast Period: 2026-2034
• Units: Million USD
• Scope: Analysis of historical trends, market outlook, segment-wise assessment by product type, source, distribution channel, application, and region.
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