North America Confectionery Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2030

The North America Confectionery Market is segmented by Confections (Chocolate, Gums, Snack Bar, Sugar Confectionery), by Distribution Channel (Convenience Store, Online Retail Store, Supermarket/Hypermarket, Others) and by Country (Canada, Mexico, United States). Market Value in USD and Volume are both presented. Key data points observed include market segmental split by confections, confectionery variant, sugar content, and distribution channel.

North America Confectionery Market Size

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svg icon Study Period 2018 - 2030
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 70.26 Billion
svg icon Market Size (2030) USD 101.76 Billion
svg icon Largest Share by Distribution Channel Supermarket/Hypermarket
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2030) 6.37 %
svg icon Largest Share by Country United States
svg icon Market Concentration Medium

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

Key Players

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North America Confectionery Market Analysis

The North America Confectionery Market size is estimated at 70.26 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 101.76 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.37% during the forecast period (2024-2030).

70.26 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

101.76 Billion

Market Size in 2030 (USD)

4.81 %

CAGR (2018-2023)

6.37 %

CAGR (2024-2030)

Largest Segment by Confections

47.24 %

value share, Chocolate, 2023

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Chocolate consumption in the region is supported by high demand for innovative flavors, high purchasing power, and consumption patterns of consumers during the study period.

Largest Segment by Distribution Channel

42.48 %

value share, Supermarket/Hypermarket, 2023

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Supermarkets/hypermarkets are the key off-trade distribution channels in the region, as consumers prefer purchasing chocolates, other confectioneries items together.

Fastest-growing Segment by Confections

8.10 %

Projected CAGR, Snack Bar, 2024-2030

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Consumers are replacing traditional snacks with snack bars, which are growing and witnessing an expanding array of flavors and healthy varieties to supplement dietary habits.

Fastest-growing Segment by Distribution Channel

7.55 %

Projected CAGR, Online Retail Store, 2024-2030

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With the high internet penetration, consumers are purchasing confectionery products through online stores, which is anticipated to be the fastest-growing segment.

Leading Market Player

17 %

market share, Mars Incorporated, 2022

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The presence of broad product offerings, along with larger distribution network and a wider presence throughout the region, has made Mars Incorporated a leading market player.

Supermarkets and hypermarkets account for a prominent share, followed by convenience stores, due to the broader reach and easy access to private-label brands

  • Supermarkets and hypermarkets are the largest channels in the North American confectionery market. The channel held the major share of 44% by value in the overall distribution channels segment for North America's confectionery sales in 2023. The proximity factor of these channels in the countries gives them an added advantage of influencing the consumer’s decision to purchase among the large variety of products available in the market. The sales value of confectionery products in supermarkets and hypermarkets increased by 5% in 2023 compared to 2022, and it is anticipated to register a CAGR of 19.7% during 2023-2029 in the region. In 2023, chocolates accounted for the majority share of 51% of the value share of the total confectionery category in these channels.
  • Convenience stores are the second most widely preferred distribution channel after supermarkets and hypermarkets for purchasing confectionery products across North America. The segment acquired a 25% market share in terms of value in 2023. The key factors driving consumer preference for these stores are the broader reach and easy access to private-label brands and the increasing expansion of these channels. As of January 2023, there were 150,174 convenience stores in the United States.
  • Online channels are the fastest-growing distribution channel through which confectionery products are consumed in the region. It is projected to register a growth of 23% by value during the period 2024-2027. Consumers are likely to prefer online channels as they provide quick delivery options. The high internet penetration in the region will likely aid online channels in the forecast period. In 2022, there were 307.2 million internet users in the United States alone.
North America Confectionery Market

The United States accounts for more than an 80% market share mainly due to the high consumption of chocolates, with 81% of the population preferring chocolate in 2022

  • By value, the North American confectionery market observed a growth of 5.29% in 2023 compared to 2021. Further growth is anticipated with the rising volume of consumers with a sweet tooth across the region. In 2023, US consumers were observed to spend an average of USD 144.90 per capita on chocolate. The United States is dominating the North American confectionery market. In 2022, 81% of the US population preferred chocolate. The average American consumed around 9.5 pounds of chocolate in 2022.
  • Canada is considered the second largest country, which was leading the confectionery market in North America in 2023. This is due to the availability of confectioneries in different shapes, sizes, and prices. In 2023, the average selling price of sugar confectionery (hard candy, jelly) was USD 1.25, which ranged to as high as USD 2.87. The availability of confections at varied price ranges enables customers to purchase products according to their preferences.
  • By volume, Mexico is the fastest-growing country in the North American confectionery market. Consumers in Mexico prefer confections as refreshments on a regular basis. In 2023, it was observed that the average consumer spending on chewing gum was 1.8 kg per person. The Rest of North America segment held the least share in the North American confectionery market in 2023. The per capita consumption of chocolate in 2022 in the Rest of North America was 3.2 kg per person.
  • During 2025-2029, the North American confectionery market is expected to grow at a rate of 5.58%. This is mainly due to the rising demand for premium chocolates among consumers in the North American region.

North America Confectionery Market Trends

Health consciousness and the demand for healthier alternatives have influenced the confectionery market across North America

  • Confectionery consumption in North America is attributed to cultural traditions and celebrations, making the consumption possible at least once a year. About 26% of Americans aged more than or equal to 2 years consumed candy, and among youth aged 2-18 years, 31% of Americans consume confectionery on any given day as of 2021.
  • The preference for various taste profiles associated with the emergence of innovative flavors in chocolate products is one of the major factors driving consumers’ attention. Over 90% of Americans prefer a little extra in their chocolate, especially almonds.
  • Premium and craft chocolates continue to increase in market share and consumer recognition in the region. Premium chocolate had an audience with 67% of chocolate consumers purchasing it in 2020.
  • The healthfulness of a product positively influences the perception of product quality. Products with labels advertising “immune-boosting” or “mood-enhancing” benefits are popping up more frequently.

OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • The use of naturally produced color with unique color emulsion technology is expected to propel the North America confectionery ingredients market

North America Confectionery Industry Overview

The North America Confectionery Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 44.92%. The major players in this market are Ferrero International SA, Mars Incorporated, Mondelēz International Inc., Perfetti Van Melle BV and The Hershey Company (sorted alphabetically).

North America Confectionery Market Leaders

  1. Ferrero International SA

  2. Mars Incorporated

  3. Mondelēz International Inc.

  4. Perfetti Van Melle BV

  5. The Hershey Company

North America Confectionery Market Concentration

Other important companies include Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG, Ford Gum & Machine Company Inc., General Mills Inc., HARIBO Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Kellogg Company, Nestlé SA, PepsiCo Inc., Simply Good Foods Co., The Bazooka Companies Inc., Tootsie Roll Industries Inc..

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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North America Confectionery Market News

  • August 2023: Ferrero North America, in the United States, revealed new products and seasonal offerings, including Kinder Chocolate, at the Annual Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago.
  • July 2023: HARIBO® officially began gummi production at its first-ever North American manufacturing facility, located in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. The brand-new, state-of-the-art factory was created to meet the growing demand by US consumers of the beloved gummi brand, which produces over 25 varieties of gummi treats in the US and more than 1,200 types globally.
  • May 2023: General Mills Inc. added two new buildings in Geneva and Illinois: a 65,600-square-foot asset located in Geneva and a 48,600-square-foot warehouse expansion in Illinois.

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North America Confectionery Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

  2. REPORT OFFERS

  3. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition

    2. 1.2. Scope of the Study​

    3. 1.3. Research Methodology

  4. 2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

    1. 2.1. Regulatory Framework

    2. 2.2. Consumer Buying Behavior

    3. 2.3. Ingredient Analysis

    4. 2.4. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

  5. 3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)

    1. 3.1. Confections

      1. 3.1.1. Chocolate

        1. 3.1.1.1. By Confectionery Variant

          1. 3.1.1.1.1. Dark Chocolate

          2. 3.1.1.1.2. Milk and White Chocolate

      2. 3.1.2. Gums

        1. 3.1.2.1. By Confectionery Variant

          1. 3.1.2.1.1. Bubble Gum

          2. 3.1.2.1.2. Chewing Gum

            1. 3.1.2.1.2.1. By Sugar Content

              1. 3.1.2.1.2.1.1. Sugar Chewing Gum

              2. 3.1.2.1.2.1.2. Sugar-free Chewing Gum

      3. 3.1.3. Snack Bar

        1. 3.1.3.1. By Confectionery Variant

          1. 3.1.3.1.1. Cereal Bar

          2. 3.1.3.1.2. Fruit & Nut Bar

          3. 3.1.3.1.3. Protein Bar

      4. 3.1.4. Sugar Confectionery

        1. 3.1.4.1. By Confectionery Variant

          1. 3.1.4.1.1. Hard Candy

          2. 3.1.4.1.2. Lollipops

          3. 3.1.4.1.3. Mints

          4. 3.1.4.1.4. Pastilles, Gummies, and Jellies

          5. 3.1.4.1.5. Toffees and Nougats

          6. 3.1.4.1.6. Others

    2. 3.2. Distribution Channel

      1. 3.2.1. Convenience Store

      2. 3.2.2. Online Retail Store

      3. 3.2.3. Supermarket/Hypermarket

      4. 3.2.4. Others

    3. 3.3. Country

      1. 3.3.1. Canada

      2. 3.3.2. Mexico

      3. 3.3.3. United States

      4. 3.3.4. Rest of North America

  6. 4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 4.1. Key Strategic Moves

    2. 4.2. Market Share Analysis

    3. 4.3. Company Landscape

    4. 4.4. Company Profiles

      1. 4.4.1. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG

      2. 4.4.2. Ferrero International SA

      3. 4.4.3. Ford Gum & Machine Company Inc.

      4. 4.4.4. General Mills Inc.

      5. 4.4.5. HARIBO Holding GmbH & Co. KG

      6. 4.4.6. Kellogg Company

      7. 4.4.7. Mars Incorporated

      8. 4.4.8. Mondelēz International Inc.

      9. 4.4.9. Nestlé SA

      10. 4.4.10. PepsiCo Inc.

      11. 4.4.11. Perfetti Van Melle BV

      12. 4.4.12. Simply Good Foods Co.

      13. 4.4.13. The Bazooka Companies Inc.

      14. 4.4.14. The Hershey Company

      15. 4.4.15. Tootsie Roll Industries Inc.

  7. 5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CONFECTIONERY CEOS

  8. 6. APPENDIX

    1. 6.1. Global Overview

      1. 6.1.1. Overview

      2. 6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework

      3. 6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis

      4. 6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)

    2. 6.2. Sources & References

    3. 6.3. List of Tables & Figures

    4. 6.4. Primary Insights

    5. 6.5. Data Pack

    6. 6.6. Glossary of Terms

List of Tables & Figures

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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONS, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONS, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CHOCOLATE MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CHOCOLATE MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF CHOCOLATE MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CHOCOLATE MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF DARK CHOCOLATE MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF DARK CHOCOLATE MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DARK CHOCOLATE MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF MILK AND WHITE CHOCOLATE MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF MILK AND WHITE CHOCOLATE MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MILK AND WHITE CHOCOLATE MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF GUMS MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF BUBBLE GUM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF BUBBLE GUM MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF BUBBLE GUM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CHEWING GUM MARKET BY SUGAR CONTENT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF SUGAR CHEWING GUM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF SUGAR CHEWING GUM MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SUGAR CHEWING GUM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF SUGAR-FREE CHEWING GUM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF SUGAR-FREE CHEWING GUM MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SUGAR-FREE CHEWING GUM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF SNACK BAR MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF SNACK BAR MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF SNACK BAR MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SNACK BAR MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CEREAL BAR MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CEREAL BAR MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CEREAL BAR MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF FRUIT & NUT BAR MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF FRUIT & NUT BAR MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF FRUIT & NUT BAR MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF PROTEIN BAR MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF PROTEIN BAR MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF PROTEIN BAR MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF SUGAR CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF SUGAR CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF SUGAR CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SUGAR CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTIONERY VARIANT, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF HARD CANDY MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF HARD CANDY MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF HARD CANDY MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF LOLLIPOPS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF LOLLIPOPS MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF LOLLIPOPS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF MINTS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF MINTS MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MINTS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF PASTILLES, GUMMIES, AND JELLIES MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF PASTILLES, GUMMIES, AND JELLIES MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF PASTILLES, GUMMIES, AND JELLIES MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF TOFFEES AND NOUGATS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF TOFFEES AND NOUGATS MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF TOFFEES AND NOUGATS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF OTHERS MARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF OTHERS MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF OTHERS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORE, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORE, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORE BY CONFECTION, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL STORE, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL STORE, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL STORE BY CONFECTION, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET BY CONFECTION, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS BY CONFECTION, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY COUNTRY, METRIC TONNES, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY COUNTRY, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY COUNTRY, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY COUNTRY, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, METRIC TONNES, CANADA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, USD, CANADA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTION, %, CANADA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, METRIC TONNES, MEXICO, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, USD, MEXICO, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTION, %, MEXICO, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTION, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, METRIC TONNES, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET, USD, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CONFECTIONERY MARKET BY CONFECTION, %, REST OF NORTH AMERICA, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2023
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  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, NORTH AMERICA, 2018 - 2023
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022

North America Confectionery Industry Segmentation

Chocolate, Gums, Snack Bar, Sugar Confectionery are covered as segments by Confections. Convenience Store, Online Retail Store, Supermarket/Hypermarket, Others are covered as segments by Distribution Channel. Canada, Mexico, United States are covered as segments by Country.

  • Supermarkets and hypermarkets are the largest channels in the North American confectionery market. The channel held the major share of 44% by value in the overall distribution channels segment for North America's confectionery sales in 2023. The proximity factor of these channels in the countries gives them an added advantage of influencing the consumer’s decision to purchase among the large variety of products available in the market. The sales value of confectionery products in supermarkets and hypermarkets increased by 5% in 2023 compared to 2022, and it is anticipated to register a CAGR of 19.7% during 2023-2029 in the region. In 2023, chocolates accounted for the majority share of 51% of the value share of the total confectionery category in these channels.
  • Convenience stores are the second most widely preferred distribution channel after supermarkets and hypermarkets for purchasing confectionery products across North America. The segment acquired a 25% market share in terms of value in 2023. The key factors driving consumer preference for these stores are the broader reach and easy access to private-label brands and the increasing expansion of these channels. As of January 2023, there were 150,174 convenience stores in the United States.
  • Online channels are the fastest-growing distribution channel through which confectionery products are consumed in the region. It is projected to register a growth of 23% by value during the period 2024-2027. Consumers are likely to prefer online channels as they provide quick delivery options. The high internet penetration in the region will likely aid online channels in the forecast period. In 2022, there were 307.2 million internet users in the United States alone.
Confections
Chocolate
By Confectionery Variant
Dark Chocolate
Milk and White Chocolate
Gums
By Confectionery Variant
Bubble Gum
Chewing Gum
By Sugar Content
Sugar Chewing Gum
Sugar-free Chewing Gum
Snack Bar
By Confectionery Variant
Cereal Bar
Fruit & Nut Bar
Protein Bar
Sugar Confectionery
By Confectionery Variant
Hard Candy
Lollipops
Mints
Pastilles, Gummies, and Jellies
Toffees and Nougats
Others
Distribution Channel
Convenience Store
Online Retail Store
Supermarket/Hypermarket
Others
Country
Canada
Mexico
United States
Rest of North America
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Market Definition

  • Milk and White Chocolate - Milk chocolates is a solid chocolate made with milk (in the form of either milk powder, liquid milk, or condensed milk) and cocoa solids. White chocolate is made from cocoa butter and milk and contains no cocoa solids whatsoever. The scope includes regular chocolates, low-sugar, and sugar-free variants
  • Toffees & Nougats - Toffees include hard, chewy, and small or one-bite candies marketed with labels as toffee or toffee-like confectionery. Nougat is a chewy confection with almond, sugar, and egg white as a basic ingredient; and it originated in Europe and Middle East countries.
  • Cereals Bars - A snack composed of breakfast cereal that has been compressed into a bar shape and is held together with a form of edible adhesive. The scope includes snack bars made with cereals such as rice, oats, corn, etc. mixed with a binding syrup. These also include products labeled as cereal bars, cereal treat bars, or grain bars.
  • Chewing Gum - This is a preparation for chewing, usually made of flavored and sweetened chicle or such substitutes as polyvinyl acetate. The types of chewing gums included in the scope are sugar-chewing gums and sugar-free chewing gums
Keyword Definition
Dark Chocolate Dark chocolate is a form of chocolate containing cocoa solids and cocoa butter without the milk.
White Chocolate White chocolate is the type of chocolate containing the highest percentage of milk solids, typically around or over 30 percent.
Milk Chocolate Milk chocolate is made from dark chocolate that has a low cocoa solid content and higher sugar content, plus a milk product.
Hard Candy A candy made of sugar and corn syrup boiled without crystallizing.
Toffees A hard, chewy, often brown sweet that is made from sugar boiled with butter.
Nougats A chewy or brittle candy containing almonds or other nuts and sometimes fruit.
Cereal bar A cereal bar is a bar-shaped food product, made by pressing cereals and usually dried fruit or berries, which are in most cases held together by glucose syrup.
Protein bar Protein bars are nutrition bars that contain a high proportion of protein to carbohydrates/fats.
Fruit & Nut bar These are often based on dates with other dried fruit and nut additions and, in some cases, flavorings.
NCA The National Confectioners Association is an American trade organization that promotes chocolate, candy, gum and mints, and the companies that make these treats.
CGMP Current good manufacturing practices are those conforming to the guidelines recommended by relevant agencies.
Unstandardized foods Unstandardized foods are those that do not have a standard of identity or that deviate from a prescribed standard in any manner.
GI The glycemic index (GI) is a way of ranking carbohydrate-containing foods based on how slowly or quickly they are digested and increase blood glucose levels over a period of time
Skimmed milk powder Skimmed milk powder is obtained by removing water from pasteurized skim milk by spray-drying.
Flavanols Flavanols are a group of compounds found in cocoa, tea, apples, and many other plant-based foods and beverages.
WPC Whey protein concentrate- the substance obtained by the removal of sufficient nonprotein constituents from pasteurized whey so that the finished dry product contains greater than 25% protein.
LDL Low density Lipoprotein- the bad cholesterol
HDL High density Lipoprotein- the good cholesterol
BHT butylated Hydroxytoluene is a lab-made chemical that is added to foods as a preservative.
Carrageenan Carrageenan is an additive used to thicken, emulsify, and preserve foods and drinks.
Free form Not containing certain ingredients, such as gluten, dairy, or sugar.
Cocoa butter It is a fatty substance obtained from cocoa beans, used in the manufacture of confectionery.
Pastellies A type of of Brazilian candy made from sugar, eggs, and milk.
Draggees Small, round candies that are coated with a hard sugar shell
CHOPRABISCO Royal Belgian Association of the chocolate, pralines, biscuit, and confectionery industry- A trade association that represents the Belgian chocolate industry.
European Directive 2000/13 A European Union directive that regulates the labeling of food products
Kakao-Verordnung The German chocolate ordinance, a set of regulations that define what can be labeled as "chocolate" in Germany.
FASFC Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain
Pectin A natural substance that is derived from fruits and vegetables. It is used in confectionery to create a gel-like texture.
Invert sugars A type of sugar that is made up of glucose and fructose.
Emulsifier A substance that helps to mix to liquids that does not mix together.
Anthocyanins A type of flavonoid that is responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors of confectionery.
Functional Foods Foods that have been modified to provide additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition.
Kosher certificate This certification verifies that the ingredients, production process including all machinery, and/or food-service process complies with the standards of Jewish dietary law
Chicory root extract A natural extract from the chicory root that is a good source of fiber, calcium, phosphorous, and folate
RDD Recommended daily dose
Gummies A chewy gelatin-based candy that is often flavored with fruit.
Nutraceuticals Food or dietary supplements that are claimed to have health benefits.
Energy bars Snack bars that are high in carbohydrates and calories are designed to provide energy on the go.
BFSO Belgian Food Safety Organization for the food chain.
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North America Confectionery Market Research FAQs

The North America Confectionery Market size is expected to reach USD 70.26 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 6.37% to reach USD 101.76 billion by 2030.

In 2024, the North America Confectionery Market size is expected to reach USD 70.26 billion.

Ferrero International SA, Mars Incorporated, Mondelēz International Inc., Perfetti Van Melle BV and The Hershey Company are the major companies operating in the North America Confectionery Market.

In the North America Confectionery Market, the Supermarket/Hypermarket segment accounts for the largest share by distribution channel.

In 2024, United States accounts for the largest share by country in the North America Confectionery Market.

In 2023, the North America Confectionery Market size was estimated at 70.26 billion. The report covers the North America Confectionery Market historical market size for years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the North America Confectionery Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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