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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Hong Kong, China Gum
... recovery phase as face-to-face social activities resumed, the category is beginning to show signs of stagnation in both value and volume terms. However, medicated confectionery has emerged as a growing competitor, as consumers seek products ... Read More
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Confectionery Packaging in Japan
... This is primarily driven by its versatility, offering manufacturers opportunities for innovative designs, while also ensuring product freshness and convenience for consumers. In addition, flexible plastic packaging aligns with sustainability goals, as advances in recyclable ... Read More
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Global Vegan Confectionery Market Outlook Report: Industry Size, Competition, Trends and Growth Opportunities by Region, YoY Forecasts from 2024 to 2031
... to assist stakeholders, managers, top management, and decision-makers in identifying the latest trends, growth potential, and winning strategies specific to the Vegan Confectionery market. The report evaluates key developments from 2023 to 2024 and analyses ... Read More
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Confectionery Packaging in the US
... packaging players are responding to this demand by leveraging new technologies that can create recyclable alternatives for confectionery packaging with the same performance standards. Packaging giant Amcor, for example, expanded its AmFiber portfolio in 2023 ... Read More
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Japan Chocolate Confectionery
... to the premiumisation of confectionery, which began around 2016, with consumers favouring high value-added items, thus pushing up prices. Despite Japanese consumers’ sensitivity to price rises, the cost of mass-market brands had remained relatively stable ... Read More
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Japan Sugar Confectionery
... Units (SKUs) in sugar confectionery, with new products and concepts continuously being introduced. Medicated confectionery designed for throat care is particularly popular, especially during cold seasons and pollen seasons. These products have long been favoured ... Read More
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Japan Gum
... terms. At the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, chewing gum (the dominant category) experienced a sharp decline in sales as consumers were working remotely and wearing a mask. This led to a decline in demand, ... Read More
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Global Vegan Confectionery Market Growth 2024-2030
... Confectionery is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ million by 2030 with a CAGR of % during review period. The research report highlights the growth potential of the global Vegan Confectionery market. Vegan Confectionery ... Read More
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South Korea Sugar Confectionery
... see one of the strongest growth rates in sugar confectionery in South Korea in 2024, particularly benefiting from the increase in outdoor activities and the gradual recovery of dining out. Consumer spending patterns indicate a ... Read More
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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 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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