Global Gluten-Free Desserts and Ice-Creams Market

Gluten is an ingredient in cereals (especially in wheat) responsible for the elastic texture of dough. It is a mixture of two proteins which can cause celiac disease, which is a condition that affects small intestine leading to impaired absorption and difficulty in digesting food. The symptoms of celiac are diarrhea, weight loss, and anemia. Therefore there is an increasing demand for gluten free foods and beverages because they don't hamper digestive function.

Gluten-free desserts and ice-creams market constitutes 6% of all gluten free foods and beverages of which North Americans alone is estimated to consume 56% of all gluten free products. It is a highly competitive market.

Market Dynamics

> Introduction of new and innovative flavors

> Emergence of private label brands like Kroger

> Rise in demand from the consumers above the age of 50

> Rising health concerns among the people

> Unseasonable weather

> Desire to indulge in ice cream and small snacking

> Premiumization: Decrease in the sale of cheaper products and desire to go for premium brands

There is a scope for opportunities for handling various input conditions and local problems. The key drivers of the market are:

> Health conscious consumer

> Steady breakthrough in R & D

> Improved nutrition

> Focus on food safety

The restraints for the growth of this market are:

> Prolonged economic recession

> Price rise in raw material

> Competition from unorganized sector and cost effective production.

Market Segmentation

Segmentation is done based on the following categories:

By Type

> Ordinary (Hard)

> French

> Reduced fat

> No sugar added

> Light

> Soft

> Lactose free

> Gluten free

> Organic ice creams

By Shape

> Sticks

> Buckets

> Sundae

> Floats

> Frozen novelties

By Sales

> Impulsive (dominates market with 39% market share)

> Take- home

> Artisanal

By Distribution Channel

> Specialty stores

> Independent stores

> On trade

> Convenience stores

> Supermarkets

> Hypermarkets

Regional Analysis:

In 2016, Europe dominated the market with over 40% of share. China and Brazil accounted for the two fifth of the market share. Surprisingly the share of Americas declined as 20% of them think that frozen treats are unhealthy.

Key Players

Some major players are - Unilever - 20.1%, Nestle - 12%, Blue Bell Creameries, General Mills, Mars and Lotte Confectionary. The market is highly fragmented due to the presence of large and small scale vendors who compete for innovation, pricing and distribution. This unorganized sector covers 57.5% of the market share.

Report Contents:

> Global Gluten-Free Desserts and Ice-Creams Market segments

> Global Gluten-Free Desserts and Ice-Creams Market Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities

> Global Gluten-Free Desserts and Ice-Creams Market Size & Forecast 2016 to 2022

> Supply & Demand Value Chain

> Global Gluten-Free Desserts and Ice-Creams Market - Current Trends

> Competition & Major Companies

> Technology and R&D Status

> Porters Five Force Analysis

> Strategic and Critical Success Factor Analysis of Key Players

Regional Analysis:

> North America

>>US and Canada

> Latin America

>> Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Rest of Latin America

> Western Europe

>> EU5 (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, U.K.)

>> Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden)

>> Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands, and Luxembourg)

>> Rest of Westren Europe

> Eastern Europe

>> Russia

>> Poland

>> Rest of Eastren Europe

> Asia Pacific

>> China

>> India

>> Japan

>> Australia and New Zealand

>> Rest of Asia Pacific

> Middle East and Africa

>> GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE and Kuwait)

>> South Africa

>> North Africa

>> Rest of Middle East and Africa

This report is an elaborate aggregation of primary inputs from industry experts and participants across the supply chain. It provides details on market segmentation which is derived from several product mapping exercises, macroeconomic parameters and other qualitative and quantitative insights. The impact of all such factors is delivered across multiple market segments and geographies.

Report Highlights:

> Detailed Historical Overview (Market Origins, Product Launch Timeline, etc.)

> Consumer and Pricing Analysis

> Market dynamics of the industry

> Market Segmentation

> Estimated Market Sizing in terms of volume and value

> Recent trends in Global Gluten-Free Desserts and Ice-Creams Market and impact

> Research Status and Technology Overview

> Extensive Industry Structure Coverage