North America Instant Noodles Market Size, Share, By Type (Chicken, Vegetables, Sea Foods, and Others), Packaging (Six Packs, Single Packs, Four Packs, and Others), Raw Materials (Oats, Rice, Wheat, and Others), Distribution Channels (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Convenience Stores, and Others), and Country - Trends, Analysis, and Forecast till 2034
Instant noodles, or instant ramen, is a type of food consisting of noodles sold in a precooked and dried block with flavoring powder and/or seasoning oil. Changing lifestyles, rising disposable income, increase in nutritional value of the noodles due to fortification, variety, and product appeal, and increasing demand by the low-income category of consumers are another factors propelling the market growth.
North America Instant Noodles Market Report Highlights:
- The target market is projected to grow at USD 39.5 Billion in 2035.
- North America instant noodles market size was value at USD 21.8 Billion in 2024.
- The market is growing at a CAGR of 6.1%.
- U.S. dominates the North America Instant noodles market share.
- The single pack packaging segment is expected to lead the target market.
- Based on raw materials, the wheat-based instant noodles segment dominates the market.
- Under distribution channel, the supermarkets/hypermarkets segment holds the dominant market share.
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North America Instant Noodles Market Key Highlights:
In October 2024, KINTON RAMEN announced the soft opening of its King St. East location in Toronto. This launch responds to the rising demand for authentic Japanese cuisine in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). With more than 40 locations across Canada and the U.S., KINTON RAMEN has attained a loyal following in major cities, including Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal.
In November 2023, Nissin Foods USA, the creator of such iconic brands as Top Ramen and Cup Noodles, announced a major investment of USD 228 million to develop a third U.S. manufacturing facility in Greenville County, South Carolina. This investment will significantly increase the company's manufacturing capabilities and advance its innovation pipeline to further meet consumer demand for its products.
North America Instant Noodles Market Report Analysis:
Recalling Issues Related to Instant Noodles in North America
Instant noodles are recalled in North America due to potential contamination issues such as undeclared allergens (like egg), presence of harmful bacteria, heavy metal contamination from the manufacturing process, or in some cases, mislabeling of ingredients, often leading to recalls by the company to ensure consumer safety. Some of the recalling cases of instant noodles are mentioned below-
- In July 2024, certain instant noodles products sold in B.C., Alberta and Ontario have been recalled due to undeclared peanut in the ingredients, posing a potential allergy risk to consumers. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said the recall affects two varieties of Baixiang brand instant noodles, from the firm Five Continents International Ltd.
- In October 2021, Authorities in Mexico ordered a recall of a Buldak, or “fire chicken,” ramen product for misleading customers with its label, despite having “no trace of chicken” in it. The Office of the Federal Prosecutor for the Consumer announced the recall decision, concerning Buldak Ramen Cheese and 11 other instant noodle products from across nine manufacturers.
Segmentation:
By Type:
- Chicken
- Vegetable
- Sea Foods
- Others
By Packaging:
- Six Packs
- Single Packs
- Four Packs
- Others
By Raw Materials:
By Distribution Channels:
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Specialty Stores
- Convenience Stores
- Others
By Region:
North America Instant Noodles Market Competitive Landscape
- Campbell
- Maruchan Inc.
- NISSIN FOODS
- Vite Ramen
- MIKE’S MIGHTY GOOD
- Nongshim USA
- NESTLÉ
- MARUCHAN INC.
- AJINOMOTO CO., INC.
- Vitasoy USA
- PT INDOFOOD SUKSES MAKMUR Tbk
- OTTOGI CORP.
- Samyang America, Inc.
Key Questions Answered in This Report
1. What was the size of the North America Instant Noodles Market in 2024?
2. What is the expected growth rate of the North America Instant Noodles Market during 2025-2035?
3. What are the key factors driving the North America Instant Noodles Market?
4. What is the breakup of the North America Instant Noodles Market based on the distribution channel?
5. What are the key regions in the North America Instant Noodles Market?
6. Who are the key players/companies in the North America Instant Noodles Market?
7. What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the North America Instant Noodles Market?