The global extruded snacks market size is expected to reach USD 74.52 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing consciousness among consumers regarding their snacking habits and rising adoption of healthy products during snacking time are the key factors boosting the market growth.
Moreover, growing party culture among millennials and working-class population across the globe is anticipated to offer growth opportunity for the market over the forecast period. Extruded snacks are considered beneficial in many ways as they help in weight management and improving metabolism. Furthermore, these healthy products offer various nutrients and vitamins to the body, thus promoting the adoption among all the consumer groups.
Europe emerged as the largest regional market for extruded snacks in 2024 with a share of more than 44.2% based on volume owing to high consumption of extruded snacks on social occasions as well as for on-the-go snacking. In recent years, the region has witnessed a significant increase in the demand for wholegrain wheat and other cereals snacks. These trends are anticipated to boost the demand for extruded snacks in the region over the forecast period.
The extruded snacks market is fragmented owing to the presence of a large number of local as well as international players. Moreover, major market share is captured by some of the strong players, including Nestlé S.A.; The Kellogg Company; Calbee, Inc.; PepsiCo, Inc.; and Campbell Soup Company, with large customer base across the globe. Moreover, major players are adopting various strategies, including merger and acquisition, for expanding their customer base. For instance, in October 2018, Calbee, Inc. acquired a British brand, Seabrook Crisps in order to strengthen its presence in Europe.
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By product, potato accounted for a share of more than 27.7% based on volume as well as revenue in 2024. It is expected to maintain its lead over the forecast period owing to large consumption of potato based extruded snacks, including chips and pallet snacks
Supermarkets & hypermarkets dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2024 and the online retailers are expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period.
Europe emerged as the largest regional market for extruded snacks in 2019 with a share of more than 44.2% based on volume owing to high consumption of product on social occasions as well as for on-the-go snacking
Grand View Research has segmented the global extruded snacks market report based on product, distribution channel, and region:
Extruded Snacks Product Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Potato
Corn
Rice
Tapioca
Mixed Grains
Others
Extruded Snacks Distribution Channel Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
Convenience Stores
Specialty Stores
Online Retail
Others
Extruded Snacks Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
South Korea
Australia
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East and Africa (MEA)
UAE
List of Key Players of Extruded Snacks Market
Nestlé
Kellanova
General Mills Inc.
PepsiCo
The Campbell's Company
Calbee
ITC Limited
Old Dutch Foods, Inc.
Europesnacks
Universal Robina Corporation
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