Fruit Snacks Carving a Niche as Consumption Trends Abound
The global fruit snacks market is estimated to grow at a positive CAGR of over 8.5% during the forecast period (2019-2027) and reach a valuation of over US$ 9 Bn. Fruit snacks have been largely considered a traditional segment, but over the last decade in particular, converging trends have given rise to an explosion in newer forms and variants of 'fruit snacks'. The growth of the fruit snacks market is driven by increased product innovations across the global snacking industry offering exclusive taste and focused on health amendments. The rising demand for essential vitamins and minerals to boost immunity along with improved demand for fiber-enriched products will propel the fruits snacks market to greater heights. Changing customer tastes & preferences, ease of availability of exotic fruits and increased production underpinned by favorable trade policies would lead to the expansion of the market. A growing number of government initiatives are adding to consumer awareness and preferences when it comes to fostering sales of fruit snacks globally. Spurred by the increasing prevalence of epidemics related to obesity, many government organizations have begun promoting healthy living habits and urging people to rethink their dietary strategies.
Ecommerce Segment to Witness Flourishing Sales on Back of Sophisticated Logistics
The short turnaround time to market and the quick flow of products within the company is what sets the fruit snacks industry apart through the e-commerce industry. Despite complex logistics processes and increasingly demanding consumers, the e-commerce segment amongst other sales channels will be the most lucrative with a CAGR growth rate of around 12% over the long-term forecast period. Customers across the entire e-commerce market are constantly seeking faster delivery. Big tech companies such as Amazon and Google are even beginning to offer delivery the same day to meet ever-increasing customer expectations.
Sweets & Savories to Witness High Growth Prospects Due to Differentiating Product Forms
The segment of sweet and savory accounted for over 37% of global demand for fruit snacks in 2018. Premium taste and affordability of products, are among the key factors that contribute to segmental growth. Several savory and sweet snacks are offered in different forms such as extruded strings, freeze-dried and trail mixes, thus fueling the growth of the category. Increasing demand for high nutrient content, fat and gluten free fruit snacks is also likely to escalate the expansion of the market.
Demand for Fruit Snacks in North America Heightens, with Focus on R&D
The region of North America is expected to have the largest market share. Health-focused food habits among millennia will drive the growth of the global fruit snacks market. In addition, leading manufacturers that are delivering product development coupled with technological intervention, cold chain networking, and well-established distribution channel management in countries such as Canada and the United States are establishing their foothold in these regions. In addition, increasing awareness about nutritional content and key players' R&D spending will fuel the global fruit snacks Market.

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Fragmented Market Structure with Continuous Investments to Create Prolific Snacking Platforms
The global fruit snacks market is fragmented in nature with a large number of internationally operating competitors such as General Mills Inc., Welch Foods, Kellogg Co. and SunOpta acquiring top shares. In 2019, The Ferrero Group acquired the fruit snacks business segment from Kellogg Co. with a US$ 1.3 Bn deal. With this acquisition, the company looks forward to strengthening its position in the North American market.
A variety of other value chain companies concentrate on improving the flavor and texture of end products to strengthen their position in the global fruit snacks market. The players are seen resorting to competitive pricing to overcome competition in such a crowded space. We also see their marketing strategy improving and concentrating on consistency and creativity. All of these factors are thought to improve the global market for fruit snacks.

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Global Fruit Snacks Market - Scope of the Report
The following report provides forecast and analysis of the global fruit snacks market along with the historical data of 2013, estimated data 2019 and forecast data up to 2027 in terms of revenue (US$ Mn), according to a Fact.MR study. The research propounds critical trends that are currently influencing growth within the global fruit snacks market along with several macro-economic indicators. This newly published and insightful report on fruit snacks sheds light on key dynamics, and their impact on the overall value chain from suppliers to end-users, which are expected to transform the future of the global fruit snacks market.
The report also comprises the study of current issues with end users and opportunities for fruit snacks. It also contains value chain analysis, including the key market participants. To provide users of this report with a comprehensive view of the market, we have included a detailed competitive analysis about the key players involved in the market and strategic overviews. The dashboard included in the report provides a detailed comparison of fruit snacks manufacturers on parameters such as total revenue, product offerings, and key strategies. A list of key companies operating in the fruit snacks market provided in the report adds to the credibility of this exhaustive research study.
Global fruit snacks Market: In-Depth Assessment on Key Segments
The global fruit snacks market is segmented on the basis of nature, product type, distribution channel and region.
Nature | Product Type | Distribution Channel | Region |
Organic | Sweets & Savories | Modern Trade | North America |
Conventional | Freeze Dried | Specialty Stores | Latin America |
Extruded Strips | Convenience Stores | Europe | |
Others | Online Stores | APAC | |
Dairy Products | Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores | MEA | |
Beverages | Drug Stores & Pharmacies | ||
Travel Retails |
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Country-specific assessment on demand for fruit snacks has been provided for each regional market, along with the market size valuation and forecast price point assessment, price index and impact analysis of key regional and country-wise dynamics, which were obtained through quotes from numerous fruit snacks manufacturers, experts, and suppliers. Y-o-Y growth projections have also been offered on all regional markets incorporated in the report. Moreover, future trends, growth prospects, and other possibilities related to the market have been answered in the report.
The report provides company-level market share analysis, which has been derived on the basis of the company’s annual sales and segmental revenue in all the target end-use industries. The market has been forecasted based on constant currency rates. The report provides detailed competitive and company profiles of key participants operating in the global market. Some of the major competitors operating in the fruit snacks market are Welch Foods Inc., General Mills Inc., Kellogg Co, SunOpta and others.
Global Fruit Snacks Market: Research Methodology
A number of primary and secondary sources were consulted during the course of the study. Secondary sources include Factiva, Morningstar and Hoovers, and company annual reports and publications. Comprehensive interviews have been conducted by our analysts, and the intelligence and insights obtained have been used for validating the information gained through secondary research. The report also includes a description of assumptions and acronyms utilized for research purposes. Data gathered has been validated using the triangulation method to offer useful quantitative and qualitative insights into the fruit snacks market.
A short market viewpoint offered in the report elucidates the macro-economic aspects that influence the growth of the fruit snacks market, which includes global GDP growth rate, various industries growth rate, such as the food & beverages and food processing industry. This report serves as an authentic resource of intelligence on the fruit snacks market, enabling the readers to take fact-based decisions on the future direction of their businesses.
1. Global Fruit Snacks Market - Executive Summary
1.1. Summary of Key Findings
1.2. Summary of Key Statistics
1.3. Key Market Characteristics & Attributes
1.4. Opportunity Assessment
1.5. Fact.MR Analysis and Recommendations
2. Global Fruit Snacks Market Overview
2.1. Market Coverage / Taxonomy
2.2. Market Definition / Scope / Limitations
3. Key Market Trends
3.1. Key Trends Impacting the Market
3.1.1. Growing Demand for Fiber-Enriched Products
3.1.2. Competitors Offering Sugar-Free Snacking Variety’s
3.1.3. Government Devised Nutritional Policies Fostering Sales
3.1.4. Variety of Packaging Styles Drawing Interests
3.2. Mega Trends
3.2.1. Growing Preference for Easy and Balanced On-the-Go Snacking Choices
3.2.2. Perishable Food Item Delivery By E-Commerce Giants
4. Market Background
4.1. Fruit Snacks Market – Claims Overview
4.1.1. Gluten Free
4.1.2. No Preservatives
4.1.3. Organic / Natural
4.1.4. Others
4.2. Key Consumer Attributes while Purchasing Fruit Snacks Products
4.3. Fruit Snacks Online Brand Landscape
4.4. Fruit Snacks Percentage Demand Outlook By Products
4.4.1. Cereals & Bars
4.4.2. Nuts & Seed Snacks
4.4.3. Dried Fruit Snacks
4.4.4. Trail Mix Snacks
4.4.5. Others
4.5. Top Sought After Food/Nutrient for Health Issues
4.5.1. Protein
4.5.2. Vegetables
4.5.3. Vitamins & Minerals
4.5.4. Food Ingredients
4.5.5. Dairy
4.5.6. Others
4.6. Percentage Demand Share for Fruit Snacks by Fruit Types, 2019
4.6.1. Apple
4.6.2. Mango
4.6.3. Banana
4.6.4. Pineapple
4.6.5. Berry
4.6.6. Grapes
4.6.7. Mixed
4.6.8. Other Fruits
4.7. Global Fruits Industry - Production Outlook
4.7.1. By Region
4.7.2. By Fruit Type
4.8. Global Fruit Industry – Trade Analysis
4.8.1. Global Import and Export Data
4.8.2. List of Key Importing Countries
4.8.3. List of Key Exporting Countries
4.9. Investment Feasibility Matrix
4.10. Porter Five Factor Analysis
4.11. PESTLE Analysis
4.12. Market White Space Assessment and Opportunity Analysis
4.13. Recent Industry Developments
4.14. Macro-Economic Factors – Relevance & Impact
4.14.1. Global GDP Growth Outlook
4.14.2. Global Food & Beverages Industry Growth Outlook
4.14.3. Global E-Commerce Industry Growth Outlook
4.14.4. Global Urbanization Growth Outlook
4.14.5. Top Players Historical Growth Rate
4.15. Value Chain Analysis
4.15.1. List of Key Manufacturers
4.15.2. List of Key Channel Partners
4.15.3. Profitability Margins
4.16. Market Dynamics
4.16.1. Drivers
4.16.2. Industry Challenges
4.16.3. Opportunities
4.17. Consumer Survey Analysis
4.18. Key Success Factors
5. Global Fruit Snacks Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, 2013-2027
5.1. Historical Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis, 2013-2018
5.2. Current and Future Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, 2019-2027
5.3. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis
6. Global Fruit Snacks Market - Pricing Analysis
6.1. Fruit Snacks Pricing Analysis by Regions, 2018
6.2. Key Factors Influencing Pricing
7. Global Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast 2013-2027
7.1. Global Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
7.1.1. Organic
7.1.2. Conventional
7.2. Global Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
7.2.1. Sweets & Savories
7.2.1.1. Freeze Dried
7.2.1.2. Extruded Strips
7.2.1.3. Others
7.2.2. Dairy Products
7.2.3. Beverages
7.3. Global Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
7.3.1. Modern Trade
7.3.2. Specialty Stores
7.3.3. Convenience Stores
7.3.4. Online Stores
7.3.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
7.3.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
7.3.7. Travel Retails
7.4. Global Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Region
7.4.1. North America
7.4.2. Latin America
7.4.3. Europe
7.4.4. APAC
7.4.5. MEA
8. North America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast 2013-2027
8.1. North America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Country
8.1.1. US
8.1.2. Canada
8.2. North America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
8.2.1. Organic
8.2.2. Conventional
8.3. North America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
8.3.1. Sweets & Savories
8.3.1.1. Freeze Dried
8.3.1.2. Extruded Strips
8.3.1.3. Others
8.3.2. Dairy Products
8.3.3. Beverages
8.4. North America Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
8.4.1. Modern Trade
8.4.2. Specialty Stores
8.4.3. Convenience Stores
8.4.4. Online Stores
8.4.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
8.4.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
8.4.7. Travel Retails
9. Latin America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast 2013-2027
9.1. Latin America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Country
9.1.1. Brazil
9.1.2. Mexico
9.1.3. Rest of Latin America
9.2. Latin America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
9.2.1. Organic
9.2.2. Conventional
9.3. Latin America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
9.3.1. Sweets & Savories
9.3.1.1. Freeze Dried
9.3.1.2. Extruded Strips
9.3.1.3. Others
9.3.2. Dairy Products
9.3.3. Beverages
9.4. Latin America Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
9.4.1. Modern Trade
9.4.2. Specialty Stores
9.4.3. Convenience Stores
9.4.4. Online Stores
9.4.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
9.4.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
9.4.7. Travel Retails
10. Europe Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast 2013-2027
10.1. Europe Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Country
10.1.1. EU-5
10.1.2. BENELUX
10.1.3. Nordics
10.1.4. Eastern Europe
10.1.5. Rest of Europe
10.2. Europe Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
10.2.1. Organic
10.2.2. Conventional
10.3. Europe Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
10.3.1. Sweets & Savories
10.3.1.1. Freeze Dried
10.3.1.2. Extruded Strips
10.3.1.3. Others
10.3.2. Dairy Products
10.3.3. Beverages
10.4. Europe Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
10.4.1. Modern Trade
10.4.2. Specialty Stores
10.4.3. Convenience Stores
10.4.4. Online Stores
10.4.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
10.4.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
10.4.7. Travel Retails
11. APAC Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast 2013-2027
11.1. APAC Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Country
11.1.1. Greater China
11.1.2. India
11.1.3. Japan
11.1.4. ASEAN Countries
11.1.5. Australia & New Zealand
11.1.6. Rest of APAC
11.2. APAC Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
11.2.1. Organic
11.2.2. Conventional
11.3. APAC Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
11.3.1. Sweets & Savories
11.3.1.1. Freeze Dried
11.3.1.2. Extruded Strips
11.3.1.3. Others
11.3.2. Dairy Products
11.3.3. Beverages
11.4. APAC Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
11.4.1. Modern Trade
11.4.2. Specialty Stores
11.4.3. Convenience Stores
11.4.4. Online Stores
11.4.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
11.4.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
11.4.7. Travel Retails
12. MEA Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast 2013-2027
12.1. MEA Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Country
12.1.1. GCC Countries
12.1.2. Turkey
12.1.3. South Africa
12.1.4. Northern Africa
12.1.5. Rest of MEA
12.2. MEA Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
12.2.1. Organic
12.2.2. Conventional
12.3. MEA Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
12.3.1. Sweets & Savories
12.3.1.1. Freeze Dried
12.3.1.2. Extruded Strips
12.3.1.3. Others
12.3.2. Dairy Products
12.3.3. Beverages
12.4. MEA Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
12.4.1. Modern Trade
12.4.2. Specialty Stores
12.4.3. Convenience Stores
12.4.4. Online Stores
12.4.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
12.4.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
12.4.7. Travel Retails
13. Global Fruit Snacks Market – Emerging Countries Analysis
13.1. Market Proportion Analysis, By Key Countries
13.2. Global Vs. Country Growth Comparison
13.3. Greater China Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast
13.3.1. Greater China Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
13.3.1.1. Organic
13.3.1.2. Conventional
13.3.2. Greater China Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
13.3.2.1. Sweets & Savories
13.3.2.1.1. Freeze Dried
13.3.2.1.2. Extruded Strips
13.3.2.1.3. Others
13.3.2.2. Dairy Products
13.3.2.3. Beverages
13.3.3. Greater China Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
13.3.3.1. Modern Trade
13.3.3.2. Specialty Stores
13.3.3.3. Convenience Stores
13.3.3.4. Online Stores
13.3.3.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
13.3.3.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
13.3.3.7. Travel Retails
13.4. India Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast
13.4.1. India Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
13.4.1.1. Organic
13.4.1.2. Conventional
13.4.2. India Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
13.4.2.1. Sweets & Savories
13.4.2.1.1. Freeze Dried
13.4.2.1.2. Extruded Strips
13.4.2.1.3. Others
13.4.2.2. Dairy Products
13.4.2.3. Beverages
13.4.3. India Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
13.4.3.1. Modern Trade
13.4.3.2. Specialty Stores
13.4.3.3. Convenience Stores
13.4.3.4. Online Stores
13.4.3.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
13.4.3.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
13.4.3.7. Travel Retails
13.5. Brazil Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast
13.5.1. Brazil Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Nature
13.5.1.1. Organic
13.5.1.2. Conventional
13.5.2. Brazil Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Type
13.5.2.1. Sweets & Savories
13.5.2.1.1. Freeze Dried
13.5.2.1.2. Extruded Strips
13.5.2.1.3. Others
13.5.2.2. Dairy Products
13.5.2.3. Beverages
13.5.3. Brazil Fruit Snacks Market Value (US$ Mn) Analysis 2013-2018 and Forecast 2019-2027, by Distribution Channel
13.5.3.1. Modern Trade
13.5.3.2. Specialty Stores
13.5.3.3. Convenience Stores
13.5.3.4. Online Stores
13.5.3.5. Departmental Stores / Mom & Pop Stores
13.5.3.6. Drug Stores & Pharmacies
13.5.3.7. Travel Retails
14. Competitive Assessment
14.1. Global Fruit Snacks Market Structure
14.2. Global Fruit Snacks Market Competition - A Dashboard View
14.3. Global Fruit Snacks Market Company Share Analysis
14.4. Global Fruit Snacks Competitor Market Footprint Matrix
14.5. Key Participants Market Presence (Intensity Mapping) by Region
15. Company Profiles
15.1. Welch Foods Inc.
15.1.1. Company Overview
15.1.2. Competition Standpoint
15.1.3. Product Overview
15.1.4. Key Financials
15.1.5. Analyst Comments
15.2. General Mills Inc.
15.2.1. Company Overview
15.2.2. Competition Standpoint
15.2.3. Product Overview
15.2.4. Key Financials
15.2.5. Analyst Comments
15.3. SunOpta
15.3.1. Company Overview
15.3.2. Competition Standpoint
15.3.3. Product Overview
15.3.4. Key Financials
15.3.5. Analyst Comments
15.4. Kellogg Co
15.4.1. Company Overview
15.4.2. Competition Standpoint
15.4.3. Product Overview
15.4.4. Key Financials
15.4.5. Analyst Comments
15.5. Sunkist Growers
15.5.1. Company Overview
15.5.2. Competition Standpoint
15.5.3. Product Overview
15.5.4. Key Financials
15.5.5. Analyst Comments
15.6. Crunchies Food Company
15.6.1. Company Overview
15.6.2. Competition Standpoint
15.6.3. Product Overview
15.6.4. Key Financials
15.6.5. Analyst Comments
15.7. Crispy Green
15.7.1. Company Overview
15.7.2. Competition Standpoint
15.7.3. Product Overview
15.7.4. Key Financials
15.7.5. Analyst Comments
15.8. Flaper S.A.
15.8.1. Company Overview
15.8.2. Competition Standpoint
15.8.3. Product Overview
15.8.4. Key Financials
15.8.5. Analyst Comments
15.9. Mount Franklin Foods LLC
15.9.1. Company Overview
15.9.2. Competition Standpoint
15.9.3. Product Overview
15.9.4. Key Financials
15.9.5. Analyst Comments
15.10. The Whitewave Foods Company
15.10.1. Company Overview
15.10.2. Competition Standpoint
15.10.3. Product Overview
15.10.4. Key Financials
15.10.5. Analyst Comments
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