World - Candy, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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The market for candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery is projected to experience consistent growth from 2022 to 2030, with an increase in consumption volume and market value. Key markets like the United States, China, and Russia lead in consumption, production, imports, and exports. The article provides detailed insights into market trends, growth rates, major players, and key factors influencing the global confectionery market.
Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next eight years. Market performance is forecast to accelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +1.8% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 24M tons by the end of 2030.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +4.3% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market value to $90.5B (in nominal prices) by the end of 2030.
Consumption
World Consumption of Candy, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery
In 2022, after four years of growth, there was decline in consumption of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery, when its volume decreased by -3.1% to 21M tons. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. Over the period under review, global consumption reached the peak volume at 21M tons in 2021, and then contracted modestly in the following year.
The size of the market for candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery worldwide contracted to $64.8B in 2022, falling by -5% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the market value increased by 5.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global market attained the maximum level at $70.1B in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Consumption By Country
The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were the United States (3.6M tons), China (3.6M tons) and Russia (703K tons), together comprising 38% of global consumption. Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the UK, Germany, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Mexico, Brazil and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Ethiopia (with a CAGR of +5.1%), while consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery markets worldwide were the United States ($13.1B), China ($10.7B) and Russia ($1.8B), with a combined 40% share of the global market. Ethiopia, Indonesia, the UK, Germany, Pakistan, Mexico, Nigeria, Brazil, Bangladesh and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 18%.
In terms of the main consuming countries, Ethiopia, with a CAGR of +6.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to market size over the period under review, while market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
The countries with the highest levels of candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery per capita consumption in 2022 were the United States (11 kg per person), the UK (6.7 kg per person) and Germany (5.2 kg per person).
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of consumption, amongst the key consuming countries, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of +2.8%), while consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Production
World Production of Candy, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery
After four years of growth, production of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery decreased by -1.9% to 21M tons in 2022. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 3.3%. Global production peaked at 21M tons in 2021, and then contracted slightly in the following year.
In value terms, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery production reduced to $69.8B in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +1.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 17%. Global production peaked at $99.9B in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
Production By Country
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were China (4M tons), the United States (2.9M tons) and Mexico (726K tons), together accounting for 36% of global production. Russia, Germany, Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, India, Brazil, Turkey, Spain and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +5.2%), while production for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports
World Imports of Candy, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery
In 2022, approx. 4.2M tons of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery were imported worldwide; flattening at 2021 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 14%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery imports rose sharply to $13.8B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Imports By Country
In 2022, the United States (899K tons) represented the major importer of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery, generating 22% of total imports. The UK (236K tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Germany (205K tons). All these countries together held near 11% share of total imports. Canada (160K tons), France (129K tons), the Netherlands (125K tons), Sweden (95K tons), Poland (89K tons), Belgium (82K tons), the Philippines (68K tons) and Russia (68K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Imports into the United States increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, the Philippines (+10.4%), Poland (+7.4%), the UK (+4.4%), Canada (+3.8%), Sweden (+3.7%), the Netherlands (+3.4%), France (+2.7%), Germany (+2.4%) and Belgium (+1.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the Philippines emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +10.4% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Russia (-2.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the United States increased by +3.4 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United States ($2.8B) constitutes the largest market for imported candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery worldwide, comprising 21% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($793M), with a 5.8% share of global imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 5.7% share.
In the United States, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery imports expanded at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the UK (+3.5% per year) and Germany (+1.9% per year).
Import Prices By Country
The average import price for candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery stood at $3,304 per ton in 2022, increasing by 6.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($3,969 per ton), while the Philippines ($1,596 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+2.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports
World Exports of Candy, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery
In 2022, the amount of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery exported worldwide totaled 4.5M tons, picking up by 6.8% compared with the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.
In value terms, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery exports rose remarkably to $14.6B in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 20%. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.
Exports By Country
The biggest shipments were from Germany (440K tons), China (428K tons), Mexico (367K tons), Turkey (315K tons), Spain (259K tons), Belgium (234K tons), the Netherlands (185K tons), the United States (164K tons), Canada (148K tons), India (131K tons), Poland (129K tons) and Brazil (110K tons), together recording 65% of total export. Colombia (104K tons) took a minor share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +11.4%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($1.8B), China ($1.4B) and Mexico ($1B) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined 29% share of global exports. Spain, Turkey, Belgium, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, Poland, Colombia, Brazil and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.
India, with a CAGR of +11.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices By Country
The average export price for candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery stood at $3,257 per ton in 2022, rising by 3.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The global export price peaked at $3,290 per ton in 2013; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($4,226 per ton), while India ($1,315 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+3.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 10822310 - Chewing gum
- Prodcom 10822320 - Liquorice cakes, blocks, sticks and pastilles containing > .10 % by weight of sucrose, but not containing any other substances
- Prodcom 10822330 - White chocolate
- Prodcom 10822353 - Sugar confectionery pastes in immediate packings of a net content . 1 kg (including marzipan, fondant, nougat and almond pastes)
- Prodcom 10822355 - Throat pastilles and cough drops consisting essentially of sugars and flavouring agents (excluding pastilles or drops with flavouring agents containing medicinal properties)
- Prodcom 10822363 - Sugar-coated (panned) goods (including sugar almonds)
- Prodcom 10822365 - Gums, fruit jellies and fruit pastes in the form of sugar confectionery (excluding chewing gum)
- Prodcom 10822373 - Boiled sweets
- Prodcom 10822375 - Toffees, caramels and similar sweets
- Prodcom 10822383 - Compressed tablets of sugar confectionery (including cachous)
- Prodcom 10822390 - Sugar confectionery, n.e.c.
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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