PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1753932
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1753932
The India spreads market size reached USD 361.1 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1,698.3 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 17.83% during 2025-2033. The burgeoning FMCG industry, increasing demand of ready-to-eat (RTE) products with several flavors, and the wide availability of spread represent some of the key factors driving the market.
Spreads are applied on various food products, such as bread, waffles, pancakes, and crackers. They are prepared with several ingredients, such as milk, nuts, fruits, butter, cocoa, extracts, herbs, and spices. They are widely available as jam, chocolate spread, peanut butter, and syrup. They are consumed in the form of snack dips, dessert glaze, salad dressings, jellies, and cake icings by individuals. They are convenient, cost-effective, easily available, consumed as a substitute for various food products, and assist in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They are a rich source of protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins and can promote a feeling of fullness while resulting in fat loss. They also aid in reducing heart diseases, maintaining strong bones, preventing gallstones, and lowering bad cholesterol. As they are utilized to enhance the flavor, texture, and palatability of various food products, the demand for spreads is increasing in India.
At present, the rising demand for spreads due to busy lifestyles and hectic working schedules of individuals represents one of the key factors supporting the growth of the market in India. Besides this, the growing trend of western food products, along with the burgeoning fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, is offering a positive market outlook in the country. Additionally, there is a rise in the need for convenient, ready-to-eat (RTE), cost-effective, and processed food products among the masses. This, coupled with the increasing utilization of spreads due to enhanced shelf life and to improve the flavor of food, is propelling the growth of the market in India. Apart from this, the escalating demand for numerous flavors in spreads, such as chilly chutney, honey mustard, chipotle, and spicy avocado, is offering lucrative growth opportunities to industry investors. Moreover, the wide availability of spreads through various distribution channels, such as hypermarkets, supermarkets, and convenience and online stores, is positively influencing the market in the country. In addition, the growing demand for organic and natural products due to the rising health consciousness among the masses is positively influencing the market. This, coupled with the increasing number of fast-food chains and quick-service restaurants (QSRs), is offering a favorable market outlook. Furthermore, key players are introducing sugar-free syrups with increased health benefits, which is strengthening the market growth in India.