The Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market size is expected to reach $5.3 billion by 2030, rising at a market growth of 7.4% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2022, the market attained a volume of 2,68,806.8 tonnes, experiencing a growth of 4.2% (2019-2022).
Marketing campaigns directed at the benefits of gluten-free confectionary products, such as being suitable for individuals with gluten-related disorders or those seeking a healthier lifestyle, can raise consumer awareness. Thus, the Online Sales Channel segment would capture nearly 20% share in the market by 2030. Marketing can also educate consumers about reading product labels to identify gluten-free options. Clear labeling and branding strategies can help consumers make informed choices, leading to increased sales of gluten-free confectionary products. Some of the factors impacting the market are rise in celiac disease and gluten sensitivity cases, advancements empowering manufacturers to formulate gluten free confectioneries and premium pricing for gluten free confectioneries.
People with gluten intolerance are often highly concerned about gluten cross-contamination. They seek certified gluten-free products, including confectionary, to ensure they can enjoy indulgent treats without compromising their health. Improved awareness of celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity has led to more accurate and timely diagnoses. As healthcare professionals become better equipped to identify these conditions, more individuals are being informed about their gluten-related dietary restrictions. The increasing prevalence of gluten-related disorders has spurred innovation in gluten-free confectionary. As a result, the market demand is expected to proliferate in the upcoming years. Additionally, advances in ingredient sourcing and processing have played a pivotal role in elevating the quality of gluten-free options in the food industry, including gluten-free confectionary. These developments have transformed gluten-free products from mere substitutes to high-quality alternatives that closely match their gluten-containing counterparts' taste, texture, and sensory experience. One of the key advancements is the sourcing of gluten-free flour and starches. This ensures that gluten-free confectionary delivers the desired mouthfeel and sensory experience. Therefore, the demand is expected to rise in the market in the future.
However, Gluten-free ingredients, especially specialty flours and binding agents, can be more costly than their gluten-containing counterparts. This can increase production costs, resulting in premium pricing for gluten-free confectionary products. Price sensitivity among consumers may limit their purchasing frequency. Achieving the desired texture and taste in gluten-free confectionary can be challenging. Moreover, for individuals on limited budgets, the higher cost of gluten-free confectionary products may make them less affordable. This can impact the ability of some consumers to incorporate gluten-free options into their diets. Owing to these factors, there will be a decreased demand in the market.
Product Type Outlook
By product type, the market is divided into gluten-free cookies, gluten-free cakes, gluten-free chocolates, baking mixes, and others. In 2022, the gluten-free cookies segment procured a significant revenue share in the market. Gluten-free cookies are now widely available in both mainstream grocery stores and specialty health food stores. This increased retail presence makes it easier for consumers to access gluten-free cookies and incorporate them into their snack routines. Gluten-free labeling and certification standards give consumers confidence in gluten-free cookies' safety.
Distribution Channel Outlook
Based on distribution channel, the market is segmented into supermarket/hypermarket, convenience stores, pharmaceutical & drug stores, online sales channel, and others. In 2022, the convenience stores segment garnered a substantial revenue share in the market. Advances in ingredient sourcing have led to the availability of high-quality gluten-free flours, starches, and binding agents. These ingredients are used to create confections that meet gluten-free standards while maintaining the integrity of the products. The confectionary segment includes various products such as chocolates, gummies, hard candies, marshmallows, and more. This diversity caters to different tastes and occasions, expanding the consumer base.
Price Point Outlook
Based on price point, the market is segmented into economy, mid-range, and luxury. The economy segment acquired the maximum revenue share in the market in 2022. Gluten-free confectioneries in the economy segment are priced competitively, making them accessible to a broader consumer base, including budget-conscious shoppers and families. Consumers actively seek gluten-free options as awareness of gluten-related disorders and dietary preferences grows. This increased demand for gluten-free products extends to the economy segment. As a result, these factors will help expand the convenience stores segment.
Regional Outlook
On the basis of region, the market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. The Europe segment attained the largest revenue share in the market in 2022. Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity are not uncommon in Europe. This high prevalence of gluten-related disorders has led to a significant demand for gluten-free products, including confectionary. Many European consumers are either diagnosed with these conditions or follow gluten-free diets as a preventive measure. European countries have stringent regulations on food labeling and allergen disclosure. Clear and standardized labeling practices have contributed to the growth of the market in Europe. As a result, there will be an increased demand in the Europe segment in the upcoming years.
The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Conagra Brands, Inc., Mondelez International, Inc., King Arthur Baking Company, Inc., Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc., Simple Mills, Inc., Hail Merry LLC, The GFB, SmartSweets Inc. (TPG Inc.), Quinoa Corporation (Ancient Harvest) and Unreal Brands Inc.
Scope of the Study
Market Segments covered in the Report:
By Product Type (Volume, Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)
- Gluten-free chocolates
- Baking mixes
- Gluten-free Cakes
- Gluten-free Cookies
- Others
By Distribution Channel (Volume, Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)
- Supermarket/Hypermarket
- Convenience Stores
- Pharmaceutical & Drug Stores
- Online Sales Channel
- Others
By Price Point (Volume, Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)
By Geography (Volume, Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- Argentina
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Nigeria
- Rest of LAMEA
Companies Profiled
- Conagra Brands, Inc.
- Mondelez International, Inc.
- King Arthur Baking Company, Inc.
- Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
- Simple Mills, Inc.
- Hail Merry LLC
- The GFB
- SmartSweets Inc. (TPG Inc.)
- Quinoa Corporation (Ancient Harvest)
- Unreal Brands Inc.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
- 1.1 Market Definition
- 1.2 Objectives
- 1.3 Market Scope
- 1.4 Segmentation
- 1.4.1 Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 1.4.2 Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 1.4.3 Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 1.4.4 Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Geography
- 1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
Chapter 3. Market Overview
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.1.1 Overview
- 3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
- 3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
- 3.2.1 Market Drivers
- 3.2.2 Market Restraints
- 3.3 Porter's Five Force Analysis
Chapter 4. Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 4.1 Global Gluten-free chocolates Market, by Region
- 4.2 Global Baking mixes Market, by Region
- 4.3 Global Gluten-free Cakes Market, by Region
- 4.4 Global Gluten-free Cookies Market, by Region
- 4.5 Global Others Market, by Region
Chapter 5. Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 5.1 Global Supermarket/Hypermarket Market, by Region
- 5.2 Global Convenience Stores Market, by Region
- 5.3 Global Pharmaceutical & Drug Stores Market, by Region
- 5.4 Global Online Sales Channel Market, by Region
- 5.5 Global Others Market, by Region
Chapter 6. Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 6.1 Global Economy Market, by Region
- 6.2 Global Mid-Range Market, by Region
- 6.3 Global Luxury Market, by Region
Chapter 7. Global Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Region
- 7.1 North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.1.1 North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.1.1.1 North America Gluten-free chocolates Market, by Country
- 7.1.1.2 North America Baking mixes Market, by Country
- 7.1.1.3 North America Gluten-free Cakes Market, by Country
- 7.1.1.4 North America Gluten-free Cookies Market, by Country
- 7.1.1.5 North America Others Market, by Country
- 7.1.2 North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.2.1 North America Supermarket/Hypermarket Market, by Country
- 7.1.2.2 North America Convenience Stores Market, by Country
- 7.1.2.3 North America Pharmaceutical & Drug Stores Market, by Country
- 7.1.2.4 North America Online Sales Channel Market, by Country
- 7.1.2.5 North America Others Market, by Country
- 7.1.3 North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.1.3.1 North America Economy Market, by Country
- 7.1.3.2 North America Mid-Range Market, by Country
- 7.1.3.3 North America Luxury Market, by Country
- 7.1.4 North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Country
- 7.1.4.1 US Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.1.4.1.1 US Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.1.4.1.2 US Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.1.3 US Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.1.4.2 Canada Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.1.4.2.1 Canada Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.1.4.2.2 Canada Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.2.3 Canada Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.1.4.3 Mexico Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.1.4.3.1 Mexico Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.1.4.3.2 Mexico Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.3.3 Mexico Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.1.4.4 Rest of North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.1.4.4.1 Rest of North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.1.4.4.2 Rest of North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.4.3 Rest of North America Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2 Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.1 Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.1.1 Europe Gluten-free chocolates Market, by Country
- 7.2.1.2 Europe Baking mixes Market, by Country
- 7.2.1.3 Europe Gluten-free Cakes Market, by Country
- 7.2.1.4 Europe Gluten-free Cookies Market, by Country
- 7.2.1.5 Europe Others Market, by Country
- 7.2.2 Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.2.1 Europe Supermarket/Hypermarket Market, by Country
- 7.2.2.2 Europe Convenience Stores Market, by Country
- 7.2.2.3 Europe Pharmaceutical & Drug Stores Market, by Country
- 7.2.2.4 Europe Online Sales Channel Market, by Country
- 7.2.2.5 Europe Others Market, by Country
- 7.2.3 Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.3.1 Europe Economy Market, by Country
- 7.2.3.2 Europe Mid-Range Market, by Country
- 7.2.3.3 Europe Luxury Market, by Country
- 7.2.4 Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Country
- 7.2.4.1 Germany Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.1.1 Germany Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.1.2 Germany Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.1.3 Germany Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.4.2 UK Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.2.1 UK Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.2.2 UK Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.2.3 UK Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.4.3 France Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.3.1 France Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.3.2 France Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.3.3 France Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.4.4 Russia Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.4.1 Russia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.4.2 Russia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.4.3 Russia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.4.5 Spain Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.5.1 Spain Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.5.2 Spain Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.5.3 Spain Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.4.6 Italy Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.6.1 Italy Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.6.2 Italy Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.6.3 Italy Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.2.4.7 Rest of Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.2.4.7.1 Rest of Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.2.4.7.2 Rest of Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.7.3 Rest of Europe Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3 Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.1 Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.1.1 Asia Pacific Gluten-free chocolates Market, by Country
- 7.3.1.2 Asia Pacific Baking mixes Market, by Country
- 7.3.1.3 Asia Pacific Gluten-free Cakes Market, by Country
- 7.3.1.4 Asia Pacific Gluten-free Cookies Market, by Country
- 7.3.1.5 Asia Pacific Others Market, by Country
- 7.3.2 Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.2.1 Asia Pacific Supermarket/Hypermarket Market, by Country
- 7.3.2.2 Asia Pacific Convenience Stores Market, by Country
- 7.3.2.3 Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical & Drug Stores Market, by Country
- 7.3.2.4 Asia Pacific Online Sales Channel Market, by Country
- 7.3.2.5 Asia Pacific Others Market, by Country
- 7.3.3 Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.3.1 Asia Pacific Economy Market, by Country
- 7.3.3.2 Asia Pacific Mid-Range Market, by Country
- 7.3.3.3 Asia Pacific Luxury Market, by Country
- 7.3.4 Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Country
- 7.3.4.1 China Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.1.1 China Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.1.2 China Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.1.3 China Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.4.2 Japan Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.2.1 Japan Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.2.2 Japan Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.2.3 Japan Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.4.3 India Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.3.1 India Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.3.2 India Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.3.3 India Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.4.4 South Korea Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.4.1 South Korea Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.4.2 South Korea Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.4.3 South Korea Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.4.5 Singapore Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.5.1 Singapore Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.5.2 Singapore Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.5.3 Singapore Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.4.6 Malaysia Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.6.1 Malaysia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.6.2 Malaysia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.6.3 Malaysia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.3.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.3.4.7.1 Rest of Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.3.4.7.2 Rest of Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.7.3 Rest of Asia Pacific Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4 LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.1 LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.1.1 LAMEA Gluten-free chocolates Market, by Country
- 7.4.1.2 LAMEA Baking mixes Market, by Country
- 7.4.1.3 LAMEA Gluten-free Cakes Market, by Country
- 7.4.1.4 LAMEA Gluten-free Cookies Market, by Country
- 7.4.1.5 LAMEA Others Market, by Country
- 7.4.2 LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.2.1 LAMEA Supermarket/Hypermarket Market, by Country
- 7.4.2.2 LAMEA Convenience Stores Market, by Country
- 7.4.2.3 LAMEA Pharmaceutical & Drug Stores Market, by Country
- 7.4.2.4 LAMEA Online Sales Channel Market, by Country
- 7.4.2.5 LAMEA Others Market, by Country
- 7.4.3 LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.3.1 LAMEA Economy Market, by Country
- 7.4.3.2 LAMEA Mid-Range Market, by Country
- 7.4.3.3 LAMEA Luxury Market, by Country
- 7.4.4 LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Country
- 7.4.4.1 Brazil Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.1.1 Brazil Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.1.2 Brazil Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.1.3 Brazil Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.4.2 Argentina Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.2.1 Argentina Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.2.2 Argentina Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.2.3 Argentina Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.4.3 UAE Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.3.1 UAE Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.3.2 UAE Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.3.3 UAE Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.4.4 Saudi Arabia Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.4.1 Saudi Arabia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.4.2 Saudi Arabia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.4.3 Saudi Arabia Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.4.5 South Africa Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.5.1 South Africa Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.5.2 South Africa Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.5.3 South Africa Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.4.6 Nigeria Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.6.1 Nigeria Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.6.2 Nigeria Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.6.3 Nigeria Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
- 7.4.4.7 Rest of LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market
- 7.4.4.7.1 Rest of LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Product Type
- 7.4.4.7.2 Rest of LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.7.3 Rest of LAMEA Gluten Free Confectionary Market, by Price Point
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
- 8.1 Conagra Brands, Inc.
- 8.1.1 Company Overview
- 8.1.2 Financial Analysis
- 8.1.3 Segmental Analysis
- 8.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 8.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 8.2 Mondelez International, Inc.
- 8.2.1 Company Overview
- 8.2.2 Financial Analysis
- 8.2.3 Regional Analysis
- 8.2.4 Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.2.4.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 8.2.4.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
- 8.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 8.3 King Arthur Baking Company, Inc.
- 8.3.1 Company Overview
- 8.3.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.3.2.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 8.3.3 SWOT Analysis
- 8.4 Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
- 8.4.1 Company Overview
- 8.4.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.4.2.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 8.4.3 SWOT Analysis
- 8.5 Simple Mills, Inc.
- 8.5.1 Company Overview
- 8.5.2 SWOT Analysis
- 8.6 Hail Merry LLC
- 8.6.1 Company Overview
- 8.6.2 SWOT Analysis
- 8.7 The GFB
- 8.7.1 Company Overview
- 8.7.2 SWOT Analysis
- 8.8 SmartSweets Inc. (TPG Inc.)
- 8.8.1 Company Overview
- 8.8.2 Financial Analysis
- 8.8.3 Regional Analysis
- 8.8.4 SWOT Analysis
- 8.9 Quinoa Corporation (Ancient Harvest)
- 8.9.1 Company Overview
- 8.9.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.9.2.1 Acquisition and Mergers:
- 8.9.3 SWOT Analysis
- 8.10. Unreal Brands Inc.
- 8.10.1 Company Overview
- 8.10.2 SWOT Analysis
Chapter 9. Winning imperative of Gluten Free Confectionary Market