French Fries Global Market Report 2024

Description

French fries, a popular snack, are created by slicing potatoes into even strips and deep frying them in oil. They are a common fast-food item sold in restaurants, fast-food chains, and food stalls.

The main types of French fries are fresh and frozen. Fresh refers to something recently produced, not spoiled or preserved, and having a renewed or unexhausted quality. Freshly cut French fries typically contain fewer preservatives. These fries are distributed through supermarkets, hypermarkets, convenience stores, online platforms, distributors, and direct purchase channels. The end users of French fries include both the food service and retail sectors.

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The french fries market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $16.38 billion in 2023 to $17.45 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to strong economic growth in emerging markets, the proliferation of fast-food restaurants, and an increase in disposable income.

The french fries market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.8 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing demand for ready-to-eat products, a rise in the youth population, the increasing popularity of online food delivery, and rising urbanization. Key trends expected in the forecast period encompass increasing investments, a focus on the adoption of robots in food preparation, an emphasis on offering healthier French fry options, product innovations, and a focus on launching French fries that are suitable for vegan diets.

The French fries market is anticipated to experience growth, driven by the increasing demand for ready-to-eat food. Ready-to-eat (RTE) foods, characterized by being pre-cleaned, pre-cooked, and ready to consume without additional preparation, are gaining popularity. French fries, a popular fast food and side dish made from thinly sliced and deep-fried potatoes, are commonly consumed as a ready-to-eat (RTE) snack or side dish. According to India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry, ready-to-eat food exports rose by 24% to $394 million in 2021-22 compared to the previous year. Similarly, retail sales in Japan's packaged food sector reached $216.3 billion in 2022, as estimated by Euromonitor. This surge in demand for ready-to-eat food is a significant driver for the growth of the French fries market.

The growth of online food delivery services is expected to further propel the French fries market. Online food delivery services, facilitating the ordering and delivery of authorized food products, provide convenience and expanded market reach for French fries. Approximately 60% of Americans order delivery at least once a week, spending an average of $67 on takeout per week, according to a report published by Zippia. The market value of online food delivery increased by 13% between 2020 and 2021, reaching $18.5 billion. This trend is contributing to the growth of the French fries market.

A prominent trend is the emphasis on product innovation by major companies striving to maintain their market standing. An illustration of this trend is seen in The H. J. Heinz Company, a US-based food processing company, which, in July 2022, introduced an inventive product known as Spoon Friez. This unique creation consists of fries shaped such as spoons, designed specifically for scooping up the perfect amount of sauce, particularly Heinz tomato ketchup. Spoon Friez offers a novel and convenient way to enjoy this classic combination, providing an innovative solution for consumers.

Product innovation remains a pivotal trend within the broader French fries market, with major players actively working on the development of new and inventive products to fortify their market positions. An instance of this is the introduction of Spoon Friez by Heinz Company in July 2022. This edible spoon made of fries is specifically designed to scoop up the ideal amount of ketchup with each fry, presenting consumers with a unique and enjoyable eating experience. This focus on product innovation underscores the commitment of major players to providing novel and appealing options in the French fries market.

In December 2021, Shakey's Pizza, a US-based pizza restaurant, successfully acquired Potato Corner for $63 billion. This strategic acquisition is aimed at broadening, diversifying, and enriching Shakey's portfolio. By maximizing synergies and leveraging expertise in areas such as business development, franchise management, and supply chain operations, Shakey's aims to sustainably expand the Potato Corner brand. Potato Corner, a Philippines-based fast-food restaurant chain renowned for its flavored French fries, brings a unique offering to Shakey's, contributing to the overall growth and enrichment of the brand.

Major companies operating in the french fries market report are McCain Foods Limited, Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., Farm Frites International B.V, JR. Simplot Company, The Kraft Heinz Company,Aviko B.V., Checkers Rally's, Albert Bartlett and Sons, Agristo N.V., Agrarfrost, Wow! Momo, Burger Singh, Box8, Bendotti/WA Chip, Birds Eye, Kaida, Landun Xumei Foods Co. Ltd., Dicos, Zhucheng Dragon Fritopack Co., Ltd., Real Kungfu, Joyvio Group, Belaya Dacha Group, Miratorg Agribusiness Holding, Selkhozinvest, COMPRODCOOP SA, Tomfrost, Intended Foods, Ore-Ida, Alexia Foods, Cavendish Farms, Pepsico, Agricola Chapi, Frozen Express, Bem Brasil Alimentos LTDA, Del Ande Alimentos SAC, Freshky, Al Islami Foods, Al Kabeer Groupe, Wafrah for Industry and Development, McDonald's, Burger King, Hardee's, Johnny Rockets, Nature's Garden Pty (Ltd), Sano Foods, The Nile Egyptian Co, OK Fruits LLC, Maysa French Fries

North America was the largest region in the French fries market in 2023. The regions covered in the french fries market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the french fries market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The French fries market consists of sales of tornado fries, sweet potato fries, poutine, tater tots, and curly fries. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

French Fries Global Market Report 2024 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on french fries market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The impact of sanctions, supply chain disruptions, and altered demand for goods and services due to the Russian Ukraine war, impacting various macro-economic factors and parameters in the Eastern European region and its subsequent effect on global markets.

The impact of higher inflation in many countries and the resulting spike in interest rates.

The continued but declining impact of covid 19 on supply chains and consumption patterns.

Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

Markets Covered:

1) By Product: Fresh; Frozen
2) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets and Hypermarkets; Convenience Stores; Online; Distributors; Direct Purchase
3) By End-Use: Food Service; Retail
Companies Mentioned: McCain Foods Limited; Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc; Farm Frites International B.V; JR. Simplot Company; The Kraft Heinz Company
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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1. Executive Summary

2. French Fries Market Characteristics

3. French Fries Market Trends And Strategies

4. French Fries Market - Macro Economic Scenario

4.1. Impact Of High Inflation On The Market
4.2. Ukraine-Russia War Impact On The Market
4.3. COVID-19 Impact On The Market

5. Global French Fries Market Size and Growth

5.1. Global French Fries Market Drivers and Restraints
- 5.1.1. Drivers Of The Market
- 5.1.2. Restraints Of The Market
5.2. Global French Fries Historic Market Size and Growth, 2018 - 2023, Value ($ Billion)
5.3. Global French Fries Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2023 - 2028, 2033F, Value ($ Billion)

6. French Fries Market Segmentation

6.1. Global French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Fresh
Frozen
6.2. Global French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Convenience Stores
Online
Distributors
Direct Purchase
6.3. Global French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Food Service
Retail

7. French Fries Market Regional And Country Analysis

7.1. Global French Fries Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
7.2. Global French Fries Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

8. Asia-Pacific French Fries Market

8.1. Asia-Pacific French Fries Market Overview
Region Information, Impact Of COVID-19, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

9. China French Fries Market

9.1. China French Fries Market Overview
9.2. China French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.3. China French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.4. China French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion

10. India French Fries Market

10.1. India French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.2. India French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.3. India French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

11. Japan French Fries Market

11.1. Japan French Fries Market Overview
11.2. Japan French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

12. Australia French Fries Market

12.1. Australia French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

13. Indonesia French Fries Market

13.1. Indonesia French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

14. South Korea French Fries Market

14.1. South Korea French Fries Market Overview
14.2. South Korea French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

15. Western Europe French Fries Market

15.1. Western Europe French Fries Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

16. UK French Fries Market

16.1. UK French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.2. UK French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.3. UK French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

17. Germany French Fries Market

17.1. Germany French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

18. France French Fries Market

18.1. France French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.2. France French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.3. France French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

19. Italy French Fries Market

19.1. Italy French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

20. Spain French Fries Market

20.1. Spain French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

21. Eastern Europe French Fries Market

21.1. Eastern Europe French Fries Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

22. Russia French Fries Market

22.1. Russia French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

23. North America French Fries Market

23.1. North America French Fries Market Overview
23.2. North America French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.3. North America French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.4. North America French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

24. USA French Fries Market

24.1. USA French Fries Market Overview
24.2. USA French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.3. USA French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.4. USA French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

25. Canada French Fries Market

25.1. Canada French Fries Market Overview
25.2. Canada French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

26. South America French Fries Market

26.1. South America French Fries Market Overview
26.2. South America French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.3. South America French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.4. South America French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

27. Brazil French Fries Market

27.1. Brazil French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

28. Middle East French Fries Market

28.1. Middle East French Fries Market Overview
28.2. Middle East French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

29. Africa French Fries Market

29.1. Africa French Fries Market Overview
29.2. Africa French Fries Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa French Fries Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa French Fries Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

30. French Fries Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

30.1. French Fries Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. French Fries Market Company Profiles
- 30.2.1. McCain Foods Limited
  - 30.2.1.1. Overview
  - 30.2.1.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.1.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.1.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.2. Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc
  - 30.2.2.1. Overview
  - 30.2.2.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.2.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.2.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.3. Farm Frites International B.V
  - 30.2.3.1. Overview
  - 30.2.3.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.3.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.3.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.4. JR. Simplot Company
  - 30.2.4.1. Overview
  - 30.2.4.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.4.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.4.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.5. The Kraft Heinz Company
  - 30.2.5.1. Overview
  - 30.2.5.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.5.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.5.4. Financial Performance

31. French Fries Market Other Major And Innovative Companies

31.1. Aviko B.V.
31.2. Checkers Rally's
31.3. Albert Bartlett and Sons
31.4. Agristo N.V.
31.5. Agrarfrost
31.6. Wow! Momo
31.7. Burger Singh
31.8. Box8
31.9. Bendotti/WA Chip
31.10. Birds Eye
31.11. Kaida
31.12. Landun Xumei Foods Co. Ltd
31.13. Dicos
31.14. Zhucheng Dragon Fritopack Co., Ltd
31.15. Real Kungfu

32. Global French Fries Market Competitive Benchmarking

33. Global French Fries Market Competitive Dashboard

34. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The French Fries Market

35. French Fries Market Future Outlook and Potential Analysis

35.1 French Fries Market In 2028 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
35.2 French Fries Market In 2028 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
35.3 French Fries Market In 2028 - Growth Strategies
- 35.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
- 35.3.2 Competitor Strategies

36. Appendix

36.1. Abbreviations
36.2. Currencies
36.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
36.4. Research Inquiries
36.5. The Business Research Company
36.6. Copyright And Disclaimer