| Product Code: ETC9966074 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The United States saw a continued rise in flavored candy import shipments in 2024, with top exporting countries including Mexico, Canada, Germany, Turkey, and China. The market displayed moderate concentration levels, indicated by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 stood at a robust 13.69%, showcasing sustained expansion. Despite a slight dip in the growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at 2.2%, the flavored candy import market in the US remains dynamic and promising for both domestic consumers and international suppliers.

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 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Overview |
3.1 United States (US) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Flavor, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for unique and exotic flavors in the confectionery industry |
4.2.2 Growing popularity of flavored candies among younger consumers |
4.2.3 Innovation and product development by manufacturers to introduce new flavors and varieties |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Health concerns related to high sugar content in flavored candies |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting production costs |
4.3.3 Stringent regulations on food labeling and ingredients, affecting product formulation |
5 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Trends |
6 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market, By Types |
6.1 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market, By Flavor |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Flavor, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Fruit Flavored, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Chocolate, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Caramel, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Butterscotch, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Sour, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Peanut Butter, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Hard Boiled Candies, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Pastilles, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Gums, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Jellies and Chews, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Toffees, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Mints, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialist Retailers, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retail, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer engagement and feedback on new flavors through social media platforms |
8.2 Rate of new product launches and innovation in the flavored candy segment |
8.3 Growth in online sales and e-commerce penetration for flavored candies |
9 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Opportunity Assessment, By Flavor, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United States (US) Flavored Candy Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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