| Product Code: ETC5222789 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Burkina Faso continued to heavily rely on potato chips imports, with France and Belgium emerging as key exporting countries. Despite a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market concentration, the industry saw a significant Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 18.39% from 2020 to 2024. However, there was a notable decline in growth rate in 2024, with a -25.21% decrease from the previous year. This trend suggests a potential shift in market dynamics or consumer preferences that may impact future import trends in the potato chips sector in Burkina Faso.

The Potato Chips market in Burkina Faso is projected to grow at a high growth rate of 13.25% by 2027, within the Africa region led by Egypt, along with other countries like South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria, collectively shaping a dynamic and evolving market environment driven by innovation and increasing adoption of emerging technologies.

The potato chips market in Burkina Faso encompasses the production and consumption of this popular snack food. Potato chips are a major component of the snack industry, valued for their convenience and taste. The market is expanding with increasing consumer preferences for ready-to-eat snacks and innovations in flavors and packaging.
The potato chips market in Burkina Faso is driven by the growing consumer preference for convenient and snackable foods. Potato chips are popular due to their taste, crunchiness, and variety of flavors. The rise in disposable incomes and changing lifestyles, which favor on-the-go snacking, support the demand for potato chips. Additionally, innovations in flavors and packaging contribute to market expansion.
The potato chips market in Burkina Faso faces challenges due to high production costs and limited local processing capabilities. Potato chips production is constrained by the lack of advanced processing facilities and high raw material costs. Additionally, the high import costs of packaging and processing equipment further limit market growth.
Government policies in Burkina Fasos potato chips market support the growth of the food processing industry. The government offers incentives for the production and processing of potato chips, focusing on improving local manufacturing capabilities and promoting food safety. Policies aim to enhance the quality and competitiveness of potato chip products in the market.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Overview |
3.1 Burkina Faso Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Flavor, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income and changing consumer lifestyles leading to higher demand for convenient snack options like potato chips. |
4.2.2 Growing urbanization and busy lifestyles driving the demand for on-the-go snack options. |
4.2.3 Introduction of new flavors and innovative packaging attracting consumers towards potato chips market. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices such as potatoes and cooking oils impacting the production costs. |
4.3.2 Competition from other snack options like nuts, popcorn, and healthier alternatives affecting market share. |
4.3.3 Challenges in distribution and logistics in reaching remote areas within Burkina Faso. |
5 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Trends |
6 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Segmentations |
6.1 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market, By Flavor |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Plain/Salted, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Flavored, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Baked, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Fried, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarket/Hypermarket, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialist Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retail Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021-2031F |
7 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price per unit of potato chips. |
8.2 Number of new product launches and flavors introduced in the market. |
8.3 Consumer engagement metrics such as social media interactions, brand mentions, and customer reviews. |
9 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Opportunity Assessment, By Flavor, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Burkina Faso Potato Chips Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |