Global Gluten-free Market Expected to Reach USD4.15bn by 2030

The global gluten-free bakery market size is expected to reach USD4.15b by 2030, registering a CAGR of 10.8% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. 

The market is mainly driven by the rising prevalence of celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and demand for convenience & healthy foods. According to the data released by the Celiac Disease Foundation, an estimated 1 in 133 Americans (about 1% of the population) has celiac disease. The prevalence of celiac disease in the population is also rising in European countries, which further increases the demand for bakery products with no gluten. Public attention to health and well-being has grown considerably since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. Most people have started to pay more attention to their nutrition and lifestyle, which has increased the consumption of gluten-free products.

However, these products lead to the elimination of dietary fiber, which can further result in nutritional deficiencies that may not provide the necessary dietary fiber. This could be the major barrier to market growth. Due to the range of health benefits offered, a gluten-free diet is not necessarily a healthier diet as people switch to a gluten-free lifestyle.

Key Industry Insights & Findings from the report:

• North America accounted for the largest revenue share of the global industry in 2021 and is expected to grow at a steady CAGR from 2022 to 2030.
• The high growth of the region can be attributed to the rising product popularity as the best healthy diet option for all age groups.
• The bread segment dominated the industry in 2021 and is estimated to expand further owing to the increased consumption of gluten-free bread among celiac disease patients.
• The online distribution channel segment is expected to register the fastest growth rate during the forecast period.
• The increasing use of online shopping portals and mobile apps for buying healthy foods is expected to support the segment growth.