India Confectionery Market 2025

The market for confectionery is set for moderate growth, with projections indicating an increase of USD 2.9 billion and a CAGR nearing 6.8% over the forecast period. India’s confectionery market is experiencing robust growth, fueled by a large young population and rising disposable incomes. The market is witnessing increasing demand for both traditional sweets and Western-style treats. Urbanization and the expansion of modern retail channels are enhancing product accessibility, while e-commerce is playing a significant role in broadening consumer reach.

This report delivers a deep dive into the India confectionery market, combining historical performance data from 2020 to 2024 with forward-looking projections through 2030. It uncovers critical insights into market size, growth rates, and key trends, providing a clear view of the industry’s evolution. By breaking down the market across product type, packaging type and distribution channel, the report identifies actionable opportunities for stakeholders to drive growth and outperform competitors.

Market Segmentation

The segmentation of the India confectionery market is outlined below:
Product type: chocolate, gums, sugar confectionery
Packaging type: flexible packaging, folding cartons, rigid plastic, metal, others
Distribution channel: convenience stores, forecourts, supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialized stores, small grocery stores, foodservice channels, e-commerce, others

The confectionery market in the India is segmented by product type, packaging type and distribution channel. In terms of product type, the market is segmented into chocolate, gums, and sugar confectionery. Packaging type segments are divided into flexible packaging, folding cartons, rigid plastic, metal, and others. Distribution channel segments cover convenience stores, forecourts, supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialized stores, small grocery stores, foodservice channels, e-commerce, and others.

Competitive Landscape

The India confectionery market exhibits significant competition. Leading companies within the market include The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G), The Hershey Company, PT. Mayora Indah Tbk, Perfetti Van Melle Group, Parle Products Pvt. Ltd., Nestle S.A., Mondelez International Inc., Mars Incorporated, Mapro Foods Pvt Ltd, Lotte Corporation, ITC Limited, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF), global Consumer Products (Pvt) Ltd., Ferrero International S.A. and Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group).

This report presents an extensive analysis of major entities in the confectionery market, focusing on their performance from 2020 to 2024. Findings showcase changes in market share, recognizing both long-standing leaders and new challengers.

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
India Confectionery Market – Product Type Analysis
India Confectionery Market – Packaging Type Analysis
India Confectionery Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G)
The Hershey Company
PT. Mayora Indah, Tbk
Perfetti Van Melle Group
Parle Products Pvt. Ltd.
Nestle S.A.
Mondelez International Inc.
Mars, Incorporated
Mapro Foods Pvt Ltd
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table India Confectionery Market 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table India Confectionery Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table India Confectionery Market by Packaging Type, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market by Packaging Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market by Packaging Type, 2020-2030
Table India Confectionery Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart India Confectionery Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table India Confectionery Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart India Confectionery Market, by Companies, 2024
Table India Confectionery Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart India Confectionery Market, by Brands, 2024
Table India – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table India – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table India – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table India Confectionery Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table India Confectionery Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)

Companies Mentioned

The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G)
The Hershey Company
PT. Mayora Indah, Tbk
Perfetti Van Melle Group
Parle Products Pvt. Ltd.
Nestle S.A.
Mondelez International Inc.
Mars, Incorporated
Mapro Foods Pvt Ltd
Lotte Corporation
ITC Limited
Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF)
Global Consumer Products (Pvt) Ltd.
Ferrero International S.A.
Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group)