EU - Candy, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Candies, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery in the EU
In 2022, the EU market for candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery decreased by -4.1% to $X, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption showed a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 9.1%. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Production of Candies, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery in the EU
In value terms, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery production rose slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 9.1%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
Exports of Candies, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery
Exports in the EU
Candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery exports rose sharply to X tons in 2022, increasing by 5.8% against the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
In value terms, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery exports reached $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
In 2022, Germany (X tons), distantly followed by Spain (X tons), Belgium (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Poland (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) were the major exporters of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery, together mixing up 76% of total exports. Italy (X tons), Slovakia (X tons), France (X tons), Sweden (X tons), Denmark (X tons), Austria (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Slovakia (with a CAGR of +11.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the largest candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery supplier in the European Union, comprising 28% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 12% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Germany stood at +6.0%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Spain (+5.2% per year) and the Netherlands (+2.4% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -3.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the export price increased by 4.6% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Slovakia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+0.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.
Imports of Candies, Sweets, and Nonchocolate Confectionery
Imports in the EU
In 2022, approx. X tons of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery were imported in the European Union; picking up by 6.5% against the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% 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 2013 when imports increased by 8.4% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, candy, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery imports rose slightly to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Germany (X tons), France (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Sweden (X tons), Poland (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Italy (X tons), Denmark (X tons), Spain (X tons), Romania (X tons), Austria (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) was the key importer of candies, sweets, and nonchocolate confectionery in the European Union, generating 84% of total import.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Romania (with a CAGR of +9.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 41% share of total imports. Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Austria, the Czech Republic and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 42%.
Among the main importing countries, Romania, with a CAGR of +12.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -3.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 5.7%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Belgium ($X per ton) and Austria ($X per ton), while Sweden ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+2.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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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:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- 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
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- 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
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. 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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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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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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