UAE Biscuit Market, By Type (Crackers & Savory Biscuits v/s Sweet Biscuits), By Packaging (Pouches/Packets, Boxes, Cans/Jars, Others), By Distribution Channel, By Region, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2027

The UAE biscuit market is anticipated to grow at a formidable CAGR during the forecast period. The market growth can be attributed to the growing working population in the country and the increasing adoption of food-on-the-go trends or ready-to-eat foods. Rising demand for convenience snacking foods such as biscuits incorporated with healthy ingredients and the introduction of nutritious oat-based and nut-based biscuits are fueling the market growth. Innovation in flavor, taste, shapes of biscuits and increase in consumer awareness about ingredients are boosting the market growth. Besides, change in consumer preferences for low sugar, and low-calorie nutritious biscuits and increased focus on new product development are supporting the growth of the UAE biscuit market.

Additionally, heavy competition among market players has led to the emergence of new biscuit varieties such as low-fat, gluten-free, low carb, organic, and high fiber biscuits, which is expected to fuel the market growth. Due to rapid urbanization, a growing number of supermarkets are easing the distribution and consumption of biscuits, enhancing accessibility for the consumers. Increasing personal disposable income and varying consumer demand fueled by growing competition are supporting the high demand for biscuits. Growing e-commerce channels are providing a wide variety of biscuits as per consumers’ affordability and choices, which is positively impacting the UAE biscuit market growth.

UAE biscuit market is segmented based on type, packaging, distribution channel, company and region. Based on type, the market can be bifurcated into crackers & savory biscuits and sweet biscuits. The crackers & savory biscuits segment is anticipated to register the highest growth in the UAE biscuit market owing to the changing consumer trends towards healthier alternatives of biscuits over conventional sweet biscuit options. Besides, many companies are introducing dips with crackers & savory biscuits for enhanced taste and flavor, which is adding to the market growth.

Mondelez International MEA, The Kellogg Company (Hassani Group of Companies), Britannia Industries Limited, ITC Limited, Food Manufacturers Co FMC (Ulker), Tiffany Foods Ltd, Al Yanbou, Gandour, Gulf Confectionery & Biscuit Co LLC, Rasti Lari Group of Companies are some of the leading players in the UAE biscuit market.

Years considered for this report:

• Historical Years: 2017-2020
• Base Year: 2021
• Estimated Year: 2022E
• Forecast Period: 2023F-2027F

Objective of the Study:

• To analyze the historical growth in the market size of UAE biscuit market from 2017 to 2021.
• To estimate and forecast the market size of UAE biscuit market from 2022E to 2027F and growth rate until 2027F.
• To classify and forecast UAE biscuit market based on type, packaging, distribution channel, company and regional distribution.
• To identify dominant region or segment in the UAE biscuit market.
• To identify drivers and challenges for UAE biscuit market.
• To examine competitive developments such as expansions, new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, etc., in UAE biscuit market.
• To conduct pricing analysis in the UAE biscuit market.
• To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in UAE biscuit market.
• To identify key sustainable strategies adopted by market players in UAE biscuit market.

The publisher performed both primary as well as exhaustive secondary research for this study. Initially, the publisher sourced a list of manufacturers and suppliers across the UAE. Subsequently, the publisher conducted primary research surveys with the identified companies. While interviewing, the respondents were also enquired about their competitors. Through this technique, the publisher could include the biscuit manufacturers which could not be identified due to the limitations of secondary research. The publisher analyzed the manufacturers, distribution channels and presence of all major players across the country.

The publisher calculated the market size of UAE biscuit market by using a bottom-up approach, wherein data for various end-user segments was recorded and forecast for the future years. The publisher sourced these values from the industry experts and company representatives and externally validated through analyzing historical data of these product types for getting an appropriate, overall market size. Various secondary sources such as company websites, news articles, press releases, company annual reports, investor presentations and financial reports were also studied.

Key Target Audience:

• Biscuit manufacturers/suppliers/distributors
• Market research and consulting firms
• Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
• Organizations, forums, and alliances related to biscuits

The study is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers, suppliers, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities.

Report Scope:

In this report, UAE biscuit market has been segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

UAE Biscuit Market, By Type:

• Crackers & Savory Biscuits
• Plain
• Flavored
• Sweet Biscuits
• Plain Biscuits
• Cookies
• Sandwich Biscuits
• Chocolate-coated Biscuits
• Other

UAE Biscuit Market, By Packaging:

• Pouches/Packets
• Boxes
• Cans/Jars
• Others

UAE Biscuit Market, By Distribution Channel:

• Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Specialist Retailers
• Online
• Others

UAE Biscuit Market, By Region:

• Dubai
• Sharjah
• Abu Dhabi
• Rest of UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in UAE biscuit market.

Available Customizations:

With the given market data, the publisher offers customizations according to a company’s specific needs.


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