The gluten-free cereals market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The gluten-free cereals market has grown rapidly in recent years. It will increase from $7.26 billion in 2024 to $8.05 billion in 2025, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%.
This growth is linked to a rise in celiac disease cases, growing health and wellness awareness, more diagnoses and awareness of gluten-related disorders, and an increasing consumption of healthy food products.
The gluten-free cereals market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The gluten-free cereals market is expected to see rapid growth, reaching $12.04 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 10.6%.
This growth is driven by rising health consciousness, the increasing demand for gluten-free crackers, a higher prevalence of celiac disease and other conditions, growing health and wellness concerns, and rising demand from millennials. Key trends will include technological advancements to reduce product prices, innovations in ingredient processing, packaging technologies, and organic and non-GMO product offerings.
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The growing number of obese individuals is expected to propel the gluten-free cereal market. Obesity is linked to diet, sedentary lifestyles, and socio-economic factors, with gluten-free cereals offering nutritional benefits like weight management and digestive health. According to the National Library of Medicine, the global number of obese adults was expected to reach 800 million by 2020, with projections for 1 billion by 2030. As a result, the increasing obesity rates are driving the gluten-free cereal market.
The gluten-free cereals market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Sorghum, Quinoa, Buckwheat, Amaranth, Teff, Corn, Brown Rice, Other Types
2) By Consumer: Adults, Kids
3) By Distribution Channel: Conventional Store, Hotels and Restaurants, Educational Institutes, Specialty Services, Hospitals And Drug Stores
Subsegments:
1) By Sorghum: Whole Grain Sorghum, Sorghum Flour, Sorghum Flakes
2) By Quinoa: Quinoa Grain, Quinoa Flour, Quinoa Flakes
3) By Buckwheat: Whole Buckwheat, Buckwheat Flour, Buckwheat Groats
4) By Amaranth: Whole Amaranth Grain, Amaranth Flour, Amaranth Flakes
5) By Teff: Whole Teff Grain, Teff Flour, Teff Flakes
6) By Corn: Whole Corn, Corn Flour, Cornmeal
7) By Brown Rice: Whole Grain Brown Rice, Brown Rice Flour, Brown Rice Flakes
8) By Other Types: Millet, Oats (Certified Gluten-Free), Rice-based Cereal Products, Tapioca
Leading firms within the gluten-free cereals sector are innovating gluten-free corn cereal production in response to the escalating demand for allergen-free and nutritionally well-rounded alternatives for youngsters. Gluten-free corn cereal delivers a wholesome and secure option for individuals on a gluten-free diet by ensuring they get vital nutrients while also promoting their digestive health and overall development. As an illustration, in February 2023, Golden Corn Maize Cereal, a gluten-free corn infant cereal, was launched by Beech-Nut Baby Food, an enterprise based in the US. This innovative, gluten-free, and nutrient-rich corn-based infant cereal offers parents a nutritious and allergen-free choice for their babies' transition to solid foods. This cereal can be combined with breastmilk, formula, water, or Beech-Nut's baby food purees to conjure up a nourishing and satisfying introductory meal for infants.
Major companies operating in the gluten-free cereals market are:
• Conagra Brands Inc.
• The Hershey Company
• Barilla G. e R. Fratelli S.p.A
• Hero Group
• Hain Celestial Group
• Warburtons Limited
• Dr. Schär AG/S.p.A
• Erewhon
• Bob's Red Mill
• Freedom Foods LLC
• The Kraft Heinz Company
• Kellogg Canada Inc
• Enjoy Life Foods
• Nestlé S.A.
• Genius Foods
• General Mills
• FARMO SpA
• London Foods Ltd.
• Alara Wholefoods
• Katz Gluten Free
• Silly Yaks Foods Pty Ltd.
• Rachel Pauls Food
• Campbell Soup Company
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the gluten-free cereals Market in 2023. The regions covered in the gluten-free cereals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.