North America Food Intolerance Product Market

North America Food Intolerance Product Market Overview:

North America Food Intolerance Product Market is anticipated to develop with a considerable expansion rate over the conjecture period (2022 - 2027).

Food intolerance is a difficulty digesting certain foods and having an unpleasant physical reaction. It occurs when the digestive system cannot completely break down food into smaller components due to insufficient amounts of enzymes produced. Food intolerance causes symptoms such as itching, rashes, runny nose, diarrhea, nausea, headache, bloating, stomach pain, and that usually occur within hours of consumption.

Recent Developments:

1. In February 2015, Mondelez International has announced the purchase of Enjoy Life Foods. The biggest concern for loyal small businesses is allergen safety.
2. In October 2019, Nestlé Health Science (NHSc) declared about its funding in Before Brands. With its significant minority stake, NHSc has acquired exclusive license rights for Before Brands products outside of the United States and also has the option to purchase any remaining shares in Before Brands in the future.
3. WhiteWave Foods' acquisition of SO Delicious Dairy Free for $ 195 million is a smart move for the company and enables it to establish its leadership position in plant-based foods.
4. In July 2017, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all the issued and outstanding shares of Daiya Foods Inc.
5. In February 2016, Abbott Laboratories launched Curate snack bars, a new brand of gluten-free bars based on ingredients not derived from bioengineering.

Market Drivers and Restraints:

The market for food intolerance products is expected to grow during the forecast period due to the wider acceptance of gluten-free snacks by health-conscious consumers, along with the high prevalence of Crohn's disease that triggers lactose intolerance. Nevertheless, the high price of gluten-free products bounds the growth of the market. On the other hand, varieties with better flavor and nutrition from gluten-free products are expected to present growth opportunities for the North American food intolerance market during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation:

The market for North America Food Intolerance Product can be segmented by Type and region. Depending on the type, the market is segmented into lactose-free foods, gluten-free foods, diabetic foods, and other special milk preparations. The diabetic food is further divided in diabetic confectionery and diabetic bakery products and diabetic spread; gluten-free foods in gluten-free prepared foods, gluten-free pastries, gluten-free baby foods, gluten-free baked goods, and; lactose-free foods in lactose-free baby food, lactose-free ice creams, and lactose-free dairy products.

Impact of COVID-19 on North America Food Intolerance Product Market:

The impact of COVID-19 pandemic has been witnessed on almost end-user verticals across the globe, in particular, food & beverage sector. The shutdown of production units with the global lockdown scenario to curb the spread of diseases has adversely affected the revenue in all the associated industries in food & beverage, including the food tolerance products. Although it is observed that the sales of these intolerant products declined during the pandemic period, it is adamant to expand with a remarkable CAGR in the foreseen years with the rising consumer demand for gluten-free and lactose-free products across the globe. Therefore, it is evident that the outbreak coronavirus did not have much disadvantage in the food intolerant products market.

Regional Analysis:

Geographically the North America Food Intolerance Product Market is segmented into US, Canada, Mexico and Rest of North America.

The market for North America Food Intolerance Product has been separated into the nations of Mexico, Canada, United States, and rest of North America. As per the Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food, about 2.9 million Americans have celiac disease, about 40 million have gluten intolerance and sensitivity. Additionally, more than 30 million Americans identify as lactose intolerant. With the surge in lactose intolerance and food allergies among consumers are substituting from usual food products to dairy-free foods and beverages and gluten-free. Gluten-free and lactose-free foods, including prepared meals, are becoming increasingly popular due to a large number of people with intolerances, causing these people to need foods that can meet their needs special food.

Leading Company:

The Kraft Heinz had the largest share of the North America Food Intolerance Product Market in terms of sales and revenue in 2019.

Key Players:

1. Glutino Food Group
2. The Kraft Heinz
3. Gluten Free Foods
4. Roma Food Products
5. Pamela's Products
6. Amy's Kitchen
7. Dr Schar
8. Doves Farm Foods
9. The Hain Celestial Group
10. General Mills
11. Kellogg
12. Nestle