South Korea Chocolate Market Size By Product Type (Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate), By Product Variant (Softlines/Selflines, Boxed Assortments, Countlines, Seasonal Chocolates), By Distribution Channel (Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Retailers) And Forecast
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South Korea Chocolate Market Size By Product Type (Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate), By Product Variant (Softlines/Selflines, Boxed Assortments, Countlines, Seasonal Chocolates), By Distribution Channel (Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Retailers) And Forecast
South Korea Chocolate Market Size And Forecast
South Korea Chocolate Market size was valued at USD 597.35 Billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 820.16 Billion in 2028, growing at a CAGR of 4.04% from 2021 to 2028.
The introduction of new flavors coupled with the changing taste of consumers is the important market driver of this industry. The South Korea report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.
South Korea Chocolate Market Definition
Generally Chocolate accounts for 42% of the Confectionary industry in South Korea. It is ahead of Chewing Gum and Sugar-based confectionary. If the question of Chocolate manufacturing is concerned then South Korea is surely not the best place in the world. However, if the requirement is for molten chocolate then South Korea has a lot of alternatives. Specifically in Seoul, there are a lot of options available in chocolate flavors. French-trained and self-learned are making the makers get reputations in Korea. Chocolate in South Korea is available in several types – Boxed Chocolates, Moulded Chocolate bars, Chocolate covered bars, Bit sized versions, Milk Chocolate, etc.
South Korea Chocolate Market Overview
Previously the consumption rate of chocolate in South Korea was lower than the Europe and Switzerland. Per capita, the Chocolate consumption rate was 610 gm while in Switzerland this number is 11 Kg. But this trend is gradually shifting. Currently, Consumers are demanding small luxury items and premium quality products. This is giving an impetus to the chocolate industry. The earning capacity of consumers has increased significantly. According to world bank data, The GNI of South Korea was $33,790 whereas the GNI figure for 2018 was $32730 a rise of 3.23%. On the other hand, according to the same world bank data, the Inflation level reduced between 2018 and 2019.
In 2018 the inflation level was 1.476 and in 2019 it was 0.383. Thus the reduction in the inflation level and the rise in the Gross Income level shows that people are having more amount of money in their hands. When people have more money their buying power rises. That is why people are demanding premium products. This is one of the key drivers of why Chocolate consumption in South Korea is increasing and why the industry is rising. In South Korea, companies are trying to address this growing demand of consumers. As a result, they are trying to provide varied flavors in the chocolates. For example, Lotte, one of the big brands in South Korea, introduced a new variant – Green tea flavored Dream Cacao. This brand became extremely successful.
Healthy chocolates are facing a surge in market demand. Since consumers are preferring premium products so the chocolates with toys are also facing an upward trend. Chocolate manufacturers are trying to make chocolates with toys. Besides this, chocolates are being produced in varying sizes to increase the demand in the market. Thus, constant differentiation in the market made by the manufacturers is the key market driver of this industry.
South Korea Chocolate MarketSegmentation Analysis
The South Korea Chocolate Market is segmented on the basis of Product Type, Product Variant, and Distribution Channel.
South Korea Chocolate Market, By Product Type
- Dark Chocolate
- Milk Chocolate
Based on Product Type, the market is segmented into Dark Chocolate and Milk Chocolate. Among the two variants, Dark Chocolate has the highest demand. This is not only due to the rich taste but also due to the health benefits it offers. In South Korea, food items with health benefits have the highest demand. So, the demand for Dark Chocolate is increasing.
South Korea Chocolate Market, By Product Variant
- Softlines/Selflines
- Boxed Assortments
- Countlines
- Seasonal Chocolates
- Molded Chocolate
- Others
Based on Product Variant, the market is segmented into Softlines/Selflines, Boxed Assortments, Countlines, Seasonal Chocolates, Molded Chocolate, and Others. Among the different variants of Chocolate available, Moulded Chocolate has the highest demand. This is due to the changing taste and the increasing demand for the premium category of products. Whereas, the Seasonal and Boxed ones have increased in demand over the years.
South Korea Chocolate Market, By Distribution Channel
- Supermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Retailers
- Online
Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Retailers, and Online. Supermarkets have the highest market share. On the other hand, the factors like convenience, and ease of searching are causing sales through Convenience stores to increase. Sale through Online stores is also increasing due to the increase in the number of internet users.
Key Players
The “South Korea Chocolate Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the market. The major players are Lotte, Ferrero Group, Mars, Orion Confectionery Co, The Hershey Company, and Crown Confectionery Co. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players.
Report Scope
REPORT ATTRIBUTES | DETAILS |
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STUDY PERIOD | 2017-2028 |
BASE YEAR | 2020 |
FORECAST PERIOD | 2021-2028 |
HISTORICAL PERIOD | 2017-2019 |
UNIT | Value (USD Billion) |
KEY COMPANIES PROFILED | Lotte, Ferrero Group, Mars, Orion Confectionery Co, The Hershey Company, Crown Confectionery Co. |
SEGMENTS COVERED |
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CUSTOMIZATION SCOPE | Free report customization (equivalent up to 4 analyst’s working days) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope. |
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