Candy Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis
The U.S. Commerce Department has divided candy into two different standard categories for products: non-chocolate and chocolate. Each of the two categories is then broken down into various product types and sectors. Product typing bases off of the product’s mixture of ingredients, texture, and also the comprehensive manufacturing processes. The classification applied throughout the candy industry is loosely based off of the definitions determined by the Commerce Department, even though they can be generally much more broad.
Chocolate products always have either actual chocolate as an ingredient or a chocolate mixture that applies substitutes for certain chocolate components. Generally, butter made from milk or vegetable shortening is used to replace the more luxurious and expensive product that is cocoa butter. The chocolate category also encompasses final products like chocolate candy with infusions, panned chocolate candies, or molded chocolate candies.
Non-chocolate products are defined through the government as the entire confectionery products that do not have actual chocolate or a chocolate compound as an ingredient in the mixture. The non-chocolate category encompasses candies like hard candies, jelly beans, marshmallows, and licorice.
Candy production is mainly a seasonal business, with the majority of those involved in the market normally doubling their staffs during the winter months. Until very recently, candies made for a specific occasion or holiday – candy canes for Christmas or like in Easter with chocolate eggs, for example –were the bread and butter of specialty manufacturers. Recently, though, the major players and manufacturers have shifted into the seasonal business with specific packages for those special, important events.
Customers have turned into very health-conscious eaters and prioritize the reduction of intake in sugar, other potentially harmful ingredients, and fat. Candy manufacturers have responded by creating a wide range of sugar-free candies that, because of technological innovations in sweetening products, still provide customers the sweetness they desire. Marketers also keep looking for tasteful substitutes for the saturated fat in chocolate.
Candy Industry Research & Market Reports
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Italy Chocolate Confectionery
... by the popularity of seasonal chocolate, which is seeing the best performance, alongside chocolate with toys – with both these subcategories fitting well with seasonal and festive celebrations. Tablets is also seeing stable retail volume ... Read More
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France Sugar Confectionery
... by the revival of children’s birthday parties and other social occasions, which has led some consumers to embrace sugar confectionery as an affordable treat for their kids. In addition, with the French economy remaining under ... Read More
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South Korea Chocolate Confectionery
... by broader market trends and changing consumer behaviours. One of the most significant trends impacting the category is the heightened emphasis on health and wellness. Younger consumers, particularly those aged 20-40, are increasingly focused on ... Read More
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France Gum
... However, while the category has continued to see healthy growth in 2024 volume sales are not expected to recover to pre-pandemic levels. Gum continues to face competition from sugar confectionery with a more natural positioning. ... Read More
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France Chocolate Confectionery
... costs to the consumer. Indulgence has long maintained the category but in 2023 many consumers opted for cheaper products and as a result chocolate confectionery saw a decline in volume sales. Sales were also impacted ... Read More
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Italy Gum
... of the pandemic restrictions and therefore gum suffered losses during this time. As such, the recovery of social interactions and a stronger return to workplaces means more consumers are using gum to both freshen their ... Read More
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South Korea Gum
... following the end of the pandemic, and growth is set to be maintained in 2024. However, the post-pandemic period has seen strong growth due to the effect of a lower base, with comparison with a ... Read More
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Italy Sugar Confectionery
... good growth in both value and volume terms, for example, while toffees, caramels and nougat is seeing a small value growth but a volume decline. These variables are dependent on the levels of popularity of ... Read More
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Confectionery Packaging in Colombia
... confectionery products. Flexible plastic is also lightweight and durable, reducing transportation costs and minimising the risk of product damage. Its moisture and air barrier properties help preserve the freshness and quality of confectionery items, which ... Read More
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Confectionery Packaging in China
... transportation. It is also ideal for on-the-go consumption, which aligns with the fast-paced lifestyles prevalent in urban areas. Flexible plastic packaging provides excellent barrier properties, protecting confectionery products from moisture, air and light, thereby ensuring ... Read More
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2024 Global: Jellies And Gummies Market - Innovative Markets Forecast (2030) report
... the period 2019 through 2030. Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2019 to 2030 ... Read More
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China Chocolate Confectionery
... in terms of textures and tastes. First, the variety of formats of chocolate confectionery has expanded, with 2024 seeing the introduction of chocolate containing popping candy, and chocolate paired with freeze-dried yoghurt cubes for a ... Read More
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China Gum
... gum saw the same trend of decline followed by rebound. However, the upward trend in bubble gum was stronger in 2023, and this trend is expected to continue in 2024, primarily due to two reasons. ... Read More
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China Sugar Confectionery
... in 2024. With increasing consumer health consciousness post-pandemic, there is growing demand for sugar confectionery with health benefits. Consumers are more inclined to choose products that are low in sugar or sugar-free, made with natural ... Read More
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Global Liquorice Market 2024-2028
... holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the latest trends and ... Read More
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Global Ester Gum Market 2024-2028
... market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the ... Read More
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Confectionery Packaging in Canada
... most-used pack type for sugar confectionery in Canada. This pack type offers a wide range of advantages, particularly given strong snacking consumption for these products. Flexible packaging is lightweight compared to glass jars and composite ... Read More
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United States Confectionery Market Assessment, By Product Type [Flour Confections, Sugar Confections, Chocolate Confections, Dairy Confections, Others], By Packaging Type [Flexible Packages, Semi-rigid Packaging, Rigid Packaging, Green Packaging, Composite Containers], By Distribution Channel [Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Departmental Stores, Specialty Stores, Online Channel, Others], By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2017-2031F
... Stores, Specialty Stores, Online Channel, Others], By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2017-2031F United States confectionery market was valued at USD 50.2 billion in 2023, expected to reach USD 71.39 billion in 2031, with a CAGR ... Read More
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Confectionery Market Assessment, By Product Type [Flour Confections, Sugar Confections, Chocolate Confections, Dairy Confections, Others], By Packaging Type [Flexible Packages, Semi-rigid Packaging, Rigid Packaging, Green Packaging, Composite Containers], By Distribution Channel [Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Departmental Stores, Specialty Stores, Online Channel, Others], By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2017-2031F
... Stores, Online Channel, Others], By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2017-2031F Global confectionery market was valued at USD 321.3 billion in 2023, which is expected to reach USD 493.84 billion in 2031, with a CAGR of ... Read More
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Spices & Seasonings Market by Product (Herbs, Salt & Salt Substitutes, Spices), Application (Bakery & Confectionery, Beverages, Frozen Foods), Distribution Channel - Global Forecast 2024-2030
... 29.43 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 31.27 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 6.42% to reach USD 45.52 billion by 2030. Spices & seasonings comprise the manufacturing, distribution, and consumption of various ... Read More
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Frozen Desserts Market by Product (Cakes & Pastries, Confectionery & Candies, Custards & Pudding), Distribution Channel (Offline, Online) - Global Forecast 2024-2030
... and expected to reach USD 91.56 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 6.68% to reach USD 135.55 billion by 2030. Frozen desserts refer to a broad category of sweet treats that are served and consumed ... Read More
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Confectionery Packaging in Malaysia
... This translates into potentially lower overall product costs for consumers, ensuring wider accessibility to products. The lightweight nature of flexible plastic also minimises transportation costs. For consumers, this translates into a lighter shopping bag a... ... Read More
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Throat Lozenges Market by Ingredient Type (Menthol Throat Lozenges, Non-Menthol Throat Lozenges), Type (Compressed Lozenges, Hard Candy Lozenges, Soft Lozenges), Usage, Distribution Channel, Application - Global Forecast 2024-2030
... at USD 4.05 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 4.24 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 4.91% to reach USD 5.66 billion by 2030. Throat lozenges are small, medicated tablets designed to dissolve ... Read More
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2024 Global: Sugar Confectionery Pastes In Immediate Packings Of A Net Content >= 1 Kg (Including Marzipan, Fondant, Nougat And Almond Pastes) Products-Manufacturing Forecast (2030) report
... Of A Net Content >= 1 Kg (Including Marzipan, Fondant, Nougat And Almond Pastes) Products-Manufacturing Forecast (2030) report analyzies the market size, projected growth/decline and regional data for the period 2019 through 2030. Perry/Hope Partners' ... Read More
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2024 Global: Sugar Confectionery And Substitutes Therefor Made From Sugar Substitution Products, Containing Cocoa (Including Chocolate Nougat) (Excluding White Chocolate) Products-Manufacturing Forecast (2030) report
... Substitution Products, Containing Cocoa (Including Chocolate Nougat) (Excluding White Chocolate) Products-Manufacturing Forecast (2030) report analyzies the market size, projected growth/decline and regional data for the period 2019 through 2030. Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most ... Read More
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