The India gluten-free foods & beverages market size was valued at USD 15.05 Million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 48.56 Million by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 13.9% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the growing health awareness among the consumers.
Gluten is a protein that can be found in wheat, barley, rye, and triticale. Its primary function is to provide elasticity to the dough, which is then used to create a variety of products by imparting a chewy texture by maintaining the shape of food products. Gluten in food products causes allergies in certain people. Therefore, it is not considered healthy.
Gluten-free foods & beverages are those that do not contain any gluten. Gluten-free beverages are preferable among consumers as they are linked to a number of health benefits linked with them. Gluten-free diets have a decreased fibre content, which is necessary for digestive health and regularity. A gluten-free diet is necessary for controlling the signs and symptoms of celiac disease and other gluten-related medical problems.
India Gluten Free Foods & Beverages Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Rising trend of healthy food consumption among the health-conscious consumers is fueling the growth of the market during the forecast period.
- Increasing number of people with gluten intolerances or allergies and celiac diseases is anticipated to drive the market growth.
- Rising shelf-life and texture of gluten-free foods & beverages due to microencapsulation is expected to boost the market expansion during the forecast period.
- High demand for gluten-free foods & beverages due to groups of consumers suffering from wheat allergy, autism, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is projected to propel the market growth.
- Growing shift of consumers towards experimenting with new diets to reach their fitness goals is expected to propel the market expansion in the coming years.
- The COVID-19 pandemic is projected to have a positive impact on the gluten-free foods & beverages market growth. Amidst the pandemic, people are focusing on maintaining high fitness level, increasing the sales of gluten-free beverages.
- Lack of awareness about the health issues of gluten products can restrain the market expansion during the forecast period.
- High R&D investment by the manufacturers is expected to create immense opportunities for the market growth.
Scope of India Gluten Free Foods & Beverages Market Report
The report on the India gluten-free foods & beverages market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details
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Report Title
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Gluten-Free Foods & Beverages Market - India Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016–2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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Product Types (Beverages, Bread Products, Cookies & Snacks, Condiments, Seasonings & Spreads, Dairy/Dairy Substitutes, Meat and Meat Substitutes, and Others)
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Geographical Zone
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India
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Kraft Heinz, Genius Foods, General Mills, Frontier Soups, and Dr. Schaer
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India Gluten-Free Foods & Beverages Market Segment Insights
Product Types Segment Analysis
In terms of product types, the market is segmented into beverages, bread products, cookies & snacks, condiments, seasonings & spreads, dairy/dairy substitutes, meat and meat substitutes, and others. The cookies & snacks segment is expected to constitute a major market share.
The gluten-free cookies and snacks market was valued 25.62 million in 2018 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of around 9% during the forecast period. The majority of cookies and snacks are spiced and herb-infused to suit the taste. Rising demand for gluten-free products is also fueled by the rising obesity rate in the country.
Pulses have replaced wheat as a common ingredient in gluten-free snacks and cookies. Gluten-free choco-chips and coconut cookies are the most favored products in the country. Most of the cookies and snacks are customized according to the Indian taste. This means that spices and herbs are added to them.
Segments
The India gluten-free foods & beverages market has been segmented on the basis of
Product Types
- Beverages
- Bread Products
- Cookies & Snacks
- Condiments
- Seasonings & Spreads
- Dairy/Dairy Substitutes
- Meats/Meat Substitutes
- Others
Country
Key Players
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the India gluten-free foods & beverages market include Kraft Heinz, Genius Foods, General Mills, Frontier Soups, and Dr. Schaer. Companies are engaging in partnerships, collaborations, mergers, and acquisitions to expand their market share.
They are partnering with the local manufacturing players in the country while collaborating with beverage companies to produce innovative beverage products. Moreover, they’re acquiring local players to leverage their market position.
