Spreads Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis
Companies have combated the “bad rap” of margarine by creating spreads that are not hydrogenated or ones in which the trans fatty acids have been removed. These new fat-free and low-fat margarines have virtually no trans fatty acids at all. Other companies combine their butter and their margarine products, providing taste with fewer trans fatty acids. Marketers have also discovered the beneficial aspects of margarine-like spreads that lower cholesterol, tapping into the highly-profitable nutraceuticals market.
Benecol, manufactured by the McNeil Consumer Healthcare unit of Johnson & Johnson and developed in Finland in conjunction with Raisio, was the first spread to introduce cholesterol-reducing ingredients: stanol esters made from pine tree extract. Plant stanol esters have been proven at the Mayo Clinic to reduce LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, by 14% with regular use (three servings per day for two weeks). Unilever/Best Foods’ Lipton division’s Take Control margarine substitute came out in the market at the same time as Benecol. Its plant esters are made from soybean oil extract and studies have found that it reduces the body’s ability to absorb cholesterol by 13%.
In 2000, the FDA gave Benecol and other products made with plant stanol esters permission to claim that they lower the risk of heart disease – when used in concert with a diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol.
Spreads Industry Research & Market Reports
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Austria Butter and Spreads
... good retail current value growth in 2024. The average retail current unit price is set to rise in 2024, following the trajectory of unit prices of the main category, butter. Strong price increases during 2022 ... Read More
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Spain Butter and Spreads
... Indeed, traditionally, Spaniards use a lot of olive oil in their everyday life. With strong price increases for edible oils and butter and spreads, there has not been a visible shift from olive oil towards ... Read More
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Georgia Butter and Spreads
... with reductions reaching up to 40% in 2023, a strategy they intend to maintain until the end of 2024. Despite the price hikes, butter remains a staple in Georgian cuisine, deeply ingrained as a traditional ... Read More
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The United Kingdom Butter and Spreads
... consumption amid ongoing retail volume declines. As consumers continue to see elevated prices, the noticeable preference for private label persists. This is largely being driven by the need for cost savings, prompting consumers to seek ... Read More
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Azerbaijan Butter and Spreads
... sales of butter are also substantial and butter is expected to register the highest volume growth. Butter has been supported by the launches of several economy Iranian brands in recent years. Euromonitor International's Butter and ... Read More
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Hong Kong, China Butter and Spreads
... economic challenges, local consumers increasingly seek out alternative avenues to maximise their budgets, leading to the growing popularity of private label and northbound consumption in the neighbouring city of Shenzhen for butter and spreads. Euromonitor ... Read More
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France Butter and Spreads
... both seeing a similar performance, with value sales of butter better supported due to the subcategory’s higher unit prices. These price increases have been largely due to inflationary pressures, but also due to a lower ... Read More
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Bolivia Butter and Spreads
... such as breakfast with bread, especially the traditional ""marraqueta"" crusty roll, have surged, particularly in the winter season. Butter is also essential for children's school breakfasts due to its high-calorie content and natural origin. Additionally, ... Read More
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Butter and Spreads
... Towards the end of the review period, however, more new brands fitting the definition of spreads have been emerging in the country. Both butter and margarine sales continue to decline in retail volume terms in ... Read More
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Japan Butter and Spreads
... costs of packaging, labour, and transportation. This led to price revisions throughout the year. The consumer trend towards saving by reducing purchases, along with the downsizing of final products, negatively impacted retail volume sales of ... Read More
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Algeria Butter and Spreads
... retail volume sales of margarine and spreads continue to increase, driven largely by the more expensive prices for butter, especially given declining disposable income levels and rising consumer price sensitivity. While retail volume sales of ... Read More
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Belgium Butter and Spreads
... of home working has added further momentum to sales of butter, with more time spent cooking in the kitchen. These conditions had a positive impact on demand for butter, which scored slight volume growth in ... Read More
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Argentina Butter and Spreads
... meals seen over the review period not only continued but deepened in 2024, helping to mitigate the contraction of sales. In order to save money, many local consumers are avoiding bars and restaurants and preparing ... Read More
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Italy Butter and Spreads
... for butter. These increases are driven by rising production costs, which include higher expenses for feed, energy, and labour, as well as ongoing supply chain disruptions and the broader effects of inflation. Adverse weather conditions ... Read More
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China Butter and Spreads
... home baking, as post-pandemic, Chinese consumers have been spending less time at home. In addition, with the post-pandemic economic recovery falling short of expectations, consumer uncertainty about the future has increased, and their consumption confidence ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Singapore
... boosted by changing dietary preferences and a growing interest in healthier and natural food options. Consumers in Singapore are becoming more health-conscious and are seeking nutritious alternatives to other sweet spreads, such as chocolate spreads ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in the Philippines
... and quality. In addition, PET bottles are lightweight and durable, making them easy to handle and transport. They are also less prone to breakage than glass containers, reducing the risk of spillage and waste. Glass ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Romania
... chocolate spreads. Consumers appreciate the ease of opening, resealing and portability of these containers, which adds to their convenience. The use of thin wall plastic containers aligns with the global movement towards sustainable practices, as ... Read More
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Global Egg Substitutes Market (2024 Edition): Market Size, Trends, Opportunities and Forecast by Application (Dressings & Spreads, Savories, Bakery & Confectionery, Sauces and Other Applications), Ingredients, Form, Region, By Country: 2020-2030
... by Azoth Analytics highlights different factors and opportunities prevailing in the “Global Egg Substitutes Market (2024 Edition)”. According to the report, Global Egg Substitutes Market valued at USD 140.03 Million in 2023 is expected to ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Italy
... year, chocolate spreads and jams and preserves saw declines. Packaging volumes of honey in larger sizes such as 400-750g declined in 2023. While larger formats offer long-term economy, their high initial cost and potential for ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Thailand
... saw the strongest increase in unit volumes. Glass jars remained the dominant pack type in this category in 2023, and continued to see growth in actual packaging volumes. Glass jars are considered to have an ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Indonesia
... honey on a daily basis in the hope of strengthening the functioning of their immune systems. Honey’s adaptability to various culinary and dietary trends, including its use as a natural sweetener in specialised diets, has ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Switzerland
... seeing just low growth from the previous year. Chocolate spreads was the only category to see a decline in packaging volumes, affected by the health trend. Glass jars are a favoured choice for packaging chocolate ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in the Netherlands
... categories maintained growth. As rapid inflation affected food prices, adjustments were made to packaging by producers to cater to price-conscious consumers. The 1,000g pack size therefore gained significant popularity, especially in nut and seed based ... Read More
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Sweet Spreads Packaging in Brazil
... association of glass with premium quality, which appeals to consumers looking for high-end products. The transparency of glass jars allows consumers to visually inspect the honey, assessing its colour and clarity, which are important indicators ... Read More
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