The rise of gluten-free packaged food products has seen widening market trends through which consumer preferences, dietary restrictions, and food technologies have created an impact. One of the greatest factors discovering the market is the spike in gluten-related disorders including celiac disease, celiac disease, etc. that is quite usual nowadays. The awakening consciousness about these diseases leads many consumers to start taking a gluten-free diet, which helps them manage their symptoms or, generally, improved health. This trend has triggered off a sale substitute trend which has led to the demand for gluten-free packed food across bread, pasta, snacks, baked goods and cereals as people look for strange and safe options that align with their dietary needs.
Accordingly, GF products variety has been most visible to persons without medical confirmation classifications who observe the health benefits of GF diets but are not celiac affected persons. Upon careful health checking, more and more people start thinking that the gluten free food or diets are apparently healthier and may result in better digestion, increased energy and even loss of weight. That is a consequence, that gluten-free packaged food items are spreading out and, therefore, become more common among all consumers instead of only those who have medical conditions nowadays. Such expansion of the consumer base has not only contributed to the tremendous increase in the volume of sales but has also triggered dramatic changes in product spectrum, suggesting that new creations appear on the market to meet the evolving taste preferences of the buyers and to be in fashion.
Another important tendency in readymade and packaged food products market is the emphasis on clean label and nature harvested. Given the fact that the general public becomes more and more aware of what they consume and start to appeal to health and wellness in their habits, the need for gluten-free products made from whole and minimally processed ingredients also soars. Traditionally, manufacturers used the wheat-based gluten to formulate food. Now they are formulating gluten-free with natural characteristics of flour such as Almond flour, Coconut flour, Chickpea flour, and Quinoa which not only offer nutritional benefits but also enhance the taste and texture of the final products. Besides, in the past few years evident is the popularity of organic and non-GMO gluten-free products which correspond to general tendency of the population towards sustainability and openness in the production of foodstuffs.
Moreover, the future of the gluten-free products that are packaged is looking bright with innovation and new concepts being introduced to satisfy the various lifestyles and preferences. As well as this, we see that people are going for gluten-free products which are based on Paleolithic principles, or which fall into the Ketogenic and Vegan categories as they try to fit different diets that they follow.
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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