The consumption of gluten-free packaged food commodities market is impacted by multiple elements which underlie the percentage of its production and volatility. One particular variable is the advancement in gluten intolerance and celiac disease. As cases of gluten sensitive illnesses, or individuals choosing gluten free diet for health reasons continue to grow, so does consumers’ demand for packaged gluten free food products. The highly motivated customer edge pushes the increases of the gluten-free market size and manufacturers are pushed to be innovative or diversify their product offerings and meet the unique and changing eating desires of the eating population.
So, people's changed lifestyles with their new diets bring a crucial impact into the market on gluten-free packaged food products. Impacting consumers' lives with hectic schedules, grab-and-go nutrition trends, and a bigger interest in healthy eating, gluten-free options that are at the same time convenient and high in nutrition have increased in demand. Customers are more and more attracted to goods that are gluten-free in comparison with traditional items that are made from wheat, such as bread, pasta, snacks and baking mixtures, which stimulates gluten-free product growth.
Socio-economic factors as well as economic forces shape the market of gluten-free packed food products. The rumor that gluten-free products are more expensive has been disputed by the extensive manufacturing processes together with economies of scale that have been able to lower the costs of production, making cost-effective gluten-free products available to individuals from all classes of income. Also, the fact that gluten-free market spreads as competition between manufacturers is going agin each other so new market will grow even more boosted by prices and other competitors.
The stocking and checking of ingredients production is absolutely critical for the product market of gluten-free packaged foods. Producers of gluten-free foods use diverse regular grains like rice, corn, quinoa, and oats, as well as other conventional flours and starches to produce their products. Either a shortage or increase in the prices of those primary ingredients may cause the production prices to go very high or make the products overpriced. Also, the ingredients that are pure and safe, which are the basis of food security as well as meeting standard regulations, are very important for the quality of gluten-free products.
About the demographic trends changing also direct influence on the market of specialty food product packaging. Factors constituted by the number of people, urbanization, and aging populations affecting demand and consumer behavior come in respond to consumer preferences and consumption patterns. Such as, being more health conscious, millennials and Gen Z youths are probable to go for gluten-free products and the older consumers may select gluten free alternatives to manage some special health diets or in case of some restrictions.
Gluten-Free Packaged Food Products Market Size Anticipated To Reach at a USD 5.12 billion by 2032 with 9.10% CAGR during the forecast period, 2024–2032.
Gluten is a protein found in grains such as wheat, rye, and barley, which are among the major food grains with application in various packaged food products. However, owing to the rising prevalence of the celiac disease among the population, gluten-free packaged food products are gaining popularity among the consumers.
The growing the working population and busy lifestyle of the consumers has led to an increased demand for convenience foods, which is boosting the sales of packaged food products. Additionally, increasing consumer awareness towards gluten-free products is driving the overall growth of the gluten-free packaged food products. Moreover, owing to the increasing demand for gluten-free products, food manufacturers are focusing on expanding their product range of gluten-free products, which is boosting the growth of global gluten-free packaged food products market. Additionally, the growth of the organized retail sector in developing countries is also driving the growth of the market.
The global gluten-free packaged food products market has been segmented based on product type, distribution channel, and region. Based on product type, the global gluten-free packaged food products industry has been classified as bakery & confectionery, breakfast cereals, sweet & savory snacks, RTE & RTC meals, and others. Based on distribution channel, the global gluten-free packaged food products market has been divided as store-based and non-store-based.
Further, the store-based segment is sub-segmented into supermarkets & hypermarkets, convenience stores, and others. The global gluten-free packaged food products has been studied with regard to four key regions—North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the rest of the world. The North American gluten-free packaged food products has been segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The European gluten-free packaged food products has been classified as Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, and the rest of Europe. The gluten-free packaged food products industry in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia & New Zealand, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The gluten-free packaged food products industry in the rest of the world has been segmented into South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
General Mills, Inc. (US), Hain Celestial Group (US), Freedom Nutritional Products Limited (Australia), GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V (Mexico), The Hershey Company (US), Nestlé S.A. (Switzerland), Kellogg's Company (US), Kraft Heinz Company (US), Hero Group AG (Switzerland), Conagra Brands, Inc. (US), Carmit Candy Industries Ltd (Israel), Norside Foods Ltd. (UK), Warburtons (UK), Bob's Red Mill (US), Campbell Soup Company (US) are some of the key players in the global gluten-free packaged food products market.
Recent Industry Development
General Mills: Introduced a new range of gluten-free breakfast cereals in 2023, catering to the growing demand for convenient and nutritious options.
Hain Celestial Group: Expanded its gluten-free snack line with innovative flavors in 2023, appealing to evolving consumer tastes.
Regional Market Summary
Europe is expected to dominate the market for gluten-free packaged food products during the forecast period. High prevalence of the celiac disease among the population, followed by their increased demand for convenience food among the working population is driving the growth of gluten-free packaged food products industry in this region. North America is also projected to hold a prominent share in the global gluten-free packaged food products market with the US holding the major market share. The growing demand for gluten-free breakfast cereals among the health-conscious population is contributing to the increasing demand for gluten-free packaged food products in this region. Asia-Pacific is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Rising health awareness among the consumers and increased product launches of gluten-free packaged foods is expected to boost the growth of the gluten-free packaged food products in this region.
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