Frozen French Fries Market Size Report | Share & Trends 2030

Frozen French Fries Market Size and Forecasts (2020 - 2030), Global and Regional Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Product Type (Regular Fries, Crinkle-Cut Fries, Steak Fries, and Others), Category (Organic and Conventional), and End User (Retail and Foodservice)

  • Report Code : TIPRE00030038
  • Category : Food and Beverages
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 145
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The frozen french fries market is expected to grow from US$ 39,955.11 million in 2022 to US$ 57,910.15 million by 2030; it is expected to record a CAGR of 4.7% from 2022 to 2030.

Market Insights and Analyst View:

Frozen french fries are made from potatoes and are served hot. French fries can be manufactured and served in various shapes, such as waffles, curly, and thin strips, and are eaten as a convenient snack. They are served with ketchup, salsa, and others. French fries can be baked or deep-fried. Moreover, fresh, distinctive seasonings and aromas to french fries help them stand out from the competition and attract customers searching for unexplored culinary experiences. The taste profiles of french fries may be improved by experimenting with various herbs, spices, and seasoning mixes, extending the selection of alternatives available to satisfy a wider variety of consumer picks. The growth of the globalfrozen french fries market is attributed to the rising count of companies delivering online food delivery services, including Food Panda, Swiggy, Uber Eats, and others. They have made ordering food items an easy and suitable task for consumers. In addition, rising product launches by key industry participants are anticipated to push the frozen french fries market forward during the forecast period.

Growth Drivers and Challenges:

The cold chain, which consists of pre-cooling, refrigerated storage, and refrigerated transport, is one of the pillars of the postharvest handling chain. It is regarded as the backbone of any postharvest industry (developed or developing) and an essential set of technologies for reducing food losses. Cold chain logistics have proven critical for any country seeking to enhance its frozen food market share. Cold chain infrastructure has increased significantly in recent years. For instance, according to the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) and the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) report, the total capacity of refrigerated warehouses globally increased to 719 million cubic meters in 2020, 16.7% greater than the capacity reported in 2018.

In addition, the expansion of cold chain capacity in emerging countries differs for each country. In most countries, such as South Africa, Mexico, and Kenya, the cold chain is concentrated in urban areas and transportation terminals, such as airports, where exporters may be situated. Further, major market service providers are constantly improving their technologies to stay ahead of the competition and maintain efficiency, integrity, and safety across the globe. For instance, vendors have implemented Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to improve efficiency with smaller shipments. In addition, they are expanding their multi-compartment refrigerated vehicle fleets to provide additional services to consumers. Thus, advancements in cold chain infrastructure are expected to offer lucrative opportunities for the frozen French fries market players, further drive the frozen french fries market growth.

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Frozen French Fries Market: Strategic Insights

Frozen French Fries Market

  • CAGR (2022 - 2030)
    4.7%
  • Market Size 2022
    US$ 39.96 Billion
  • Market Size 2030
    US$ 57.91 Billion

Market Dynamics

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Key Players

  • Bart's Potato Company
  • Aviko B.V.
  • Agristo NV.
  • Lamb Weston Holdings Inc.
  • McCain
  • Farm Frites International B.V.
  • Rairandev Golden Fries Pty Ltd.
  • Himalaya Food International Ltd.
  • J.R. Simplot Company
  • The Kraft Heinz Co

Regional Overview

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • South and Central America
  • Middle East and Africa

Market Segmentation

Product Type
  • Regular Fries
  • Crinkle-Cut Fries
  • Steak Fries
  • Others
Category
  • Organic and Conventional
End User
  • Retail and Foodservice
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Report Segmentation and Scope:

The “Global Frozen French Fries Market” is segmented on the basis of product type, category, end user, and geography. Based on product type, the market is segmented into regular fries, crinkle-cut fries, steak fries, and others. Based on category, the market is bifurcated into organic and conventional. Based on end user, the frozen french fries market is segmented into retail and foodservice. The frozen french fries market, based on geography, is segmented into North America (the US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (Australia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America).

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Segmental Analysis:

Based on product type, the frozen french fries market is segmented into regular fries, crinkle-cut fries, steak fries, and others. The regular fries segment held the largest share of the frozen french fries market in 2022 and is expected to register a significant growth rate during the forecast period. Regular french fries in the frozen french fries market are a popular side dish in fast-food restaurants, burger joints, and homes. Regular French fries are thinner than steak fries, usually cut into pieces between 1/8 and 1/4 inch thick. They are often salted and may be served with ketchup, vinegar, mayonnaise, tomato sauce, or other local specialties.

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Segmental Analysis:
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Regional Analysis:

Based on geography, the frozen french fries market is segmented into five key regions—North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South & Central America, and the Middle East & Africa. The global frozen french fries market was dominated by North America and was estimated to be around US$ 35,000 million in 2022. Europe is a second major contributor, holding more than 25% share of the market. The frozen french fries market in North America is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The North America frozen French fries market is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The region is one of the major markets for frozen French fries due to the well-established food processing industry and rising trends of takeaway, dine-in, and on-the-go consumption. Many significant frozen French fries manufacturers, such as H.J. Heinz Company, J.R. Simplot Company, and McCain Foods Limited, operate actively in the region. These companies have expanded their business across the region and hold significant market share. They have a widespread distribution network in the region, which helps them cater to many customers. Thus, all the above mentioned factors propel the frozen french fries market growth.

Industry Developments and Future Opportunities:

Various initiatives taken by the key players operating in the frozen french fries market are listed below:

  1. In September 2020, Aviko B.V. acquired a potato plant in Germany from consumer goods giant Unilever. This plant processes potatoes into branded products such as mash, dumplings, gnocchi, and instant snacks.
  2. In October 2022, Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase the remaining equity interests in its European joint venture Meijer Frozen Foods B.V. for US$ 763.58 million.
  3. In July 2021, Lamb Weston upgraded its Idaho fries plant with an investment of US$ 415 million. This processing line will enable the Idaho fries plant to produce more than 350 million pounds of frozen French fries and other potato products per year.
  4. In March 2023, McCain announced a substantial investment in Coaldale, doubling the size of its facility and output in Coaldale, Alberta. The investment will reflect McCain’s strong business growth.

COVID-19 Impact:

The COVID-19 pandemic affected economies and industries in various countries. Lockdowns, travel bans, and business shutdowns in leading countries in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), South & Central America (SAM), and the Middle East & Africa (MEA) negatively affected the growth of various industries, including the food & beverages industries. The shutdown of manufacturing units disturbed global supply chains, manufacturing activities, delivery schedules, and sales of various essential and non-essential products. Various companies announced possible delays in product deliveries and a slump in future sales of their products in 2020. In addition, the bans imposed by various governments in Europe, Asia, and North America on international travel forced the companies to put their collaboration and partnership plans on a temporary hold.

Competitive Landscape and Key Companies:

Bart's Potato Company, Aviko B.V., Agristo NV., Lamb Weston Holdings Inc, McCain, Farm Frites International B.V., Rairandev Golden Fries Pty Ltd, Himalaya Food International Ltd, J.R. Simplot Company, and The Kraft Heinz Co are among the prominent players operating in the global frozen french fries market. These frozen french fries manufacturers offer cutting-edge snacking options with innovative shapes to deliver a superior experience to consumers.

Frozen French Fries Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2022 US$ 39.96 Billion
Market Size by 2030 US$ 57.91 Billion
Global CAGR (2022 - 2030) 4.7%
Historical Data 2020-2021
Forecast period 2023-2030
Segments Covered By Product Type
  • Regular Fries
  • Crinkle-Cut Fries
  • Steak Fries
  • Others
By Category
  • Organic and Conventional
By End User
  • Retail and Foodservice
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • Bart's Potato Company
  • Aviko B.V.
  • Agristo NV.
  • Lamb Weston Holdings Inc.
  • McCain
  • Farm Frites International B.V.
  • Rairandev Golden Fries Pty Ltd.
  • Himalaya Food International Ltd.
  • J.R. Simplot Company
  • The Kraft Heinz Co
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    Report Coverage
    Report Coverage

    Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

    Segment Covered
    Segment Covered

    Product Type, Category, and End User

    Regional Scope
    Regional Scope

    North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

    Country Scope
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    Frequently Asked Questions


    What are the key drivers for the growth of the global frozen french fries market?

    Expansion of quick service restaurants is driving the frozen french fries market. Fast-food and quick service restaurants (QSR) have gained strong traction as people increasingly prioritize convenience due to their fast-paced lifestyle. People are not able to focus on their personal lives owing to the rising number of dual-income families and single-person households. Therefore, they seek convenient products that help save time and effort. Fast food restaurants and QSRs offer mass-produced products in no time, offering huge convenience to the consumers. These restaurants are becoming popular because they offer a variety of food in less time and at affordable prices. Consumers now seek convenience and quick service with their food. Quick-service restaurants cater to the needs of the consumers as they offer to sit and dine, along with numerous services such as drive-thru, takeout, and home delivery, which suit the modern lifestyle of the consumers.

    Based on the category, which segment is projected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period?

    Based on the category, organic segment is projected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. Organic French fries are produced using organically harvested potatoes. Organic potatoes are grown in soil free from chemical fertilizers such as synthetic nitrogen, phosphate, potash, and genetically modified ingredients. Herbicides and synthetic pesticides are also avoided in organic potato farming. However, some non-synthetic pesticides, such as sulfur, copper sulfate, and potassium permanganate, are allowed. Growers use organic growth stimulators for the cultivation of organic potatoes. Due to the superior quality, organic French fries are generally more expensive fries produced from conventionally cultivated potatoes. The rising inclination of people toward organic products has encouraged producers to invest heavily in products obtained with organic constituents. Companies focus on achieving organic certifications to address the rising demand for organic French fries.

    What is the largest region of the global frozen french fries market?

    North America accounted for the largest share of the global frozen french fries market. The North America frozen French fries market is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The region is one of the major markets for frozen French fries due to the well-established food processing industry and rising trends of takeaway, dine-in, and on-the-go consumption. Many significant frozen French fries manufacturers, such as H.J. Heinz Company, J.R. Simplot Company, and McCain Foods Limited, operate actively in the region. These companies have expanded their business across the region and hold significant market share. They have a widespread distribution network in the region, which helps them to cater to a large number of audiences.

    Based on the product type, why is the regular french fries segment have the largest revenue share?

    Based on product type, regular french fries segment has largest revenue share. Regular fries, also called the standard cut, are the typical and popular French fries cut to a medium thickness of around a quarter inch. This type of French fries has a lot of variety in coatings and seasonings, enhancing the flavor. Regular French fries are the most common type of cuts in the battonette cut which offers a perfect area for frying. They are a popular side dish in fast-food restaurants, burger joints, and homes. Regular French fries are thinner than steak fries, usually cut into pieces between 1/8 and 1/4 inch thick. They are often salted and may be served with ketchup, vinegar, mayonnaise, tomato sauce, or other local specialties.

    Can you list some of the major players operating in the global frozen french fries market?

    The major players operating in the global frozen french fries market are Bart's Potato Company, Aviko B.V., Agristo NV., Lamb Weston Holdings Inc, McCain, Farm Frites International B.V., Rairandev Golden Fries Pty Ltd, Himalaya Food International Ltd, J.R. Simplot Company, The Kraft Heinz Co.

    What are the opportunities for frozen french fries in the global market?

    Advancement in cold chain infrastructure anticipate lucrative opportunities for the frozen french fries market. The cold chain, which consists of pre-cooling, refrigerated storage, and refrigerated transport, is one of the pillars of the postharvest handling chain. It is regarded as the backbone of any postharvest industry (developed or developing) and an essential set of technologies for reducing food losses. Cold chain logistics have proven to be critical for any country seeking to enhance its frozen food market share. Cold chain infrastructure has increased significantly in recent years. For instance, according to the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) and the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) report, the total capacity of refrigerated warehouses globally increased to 719 million cubic meters in 2020, 16.7% greater than the capacity reported in 2018.

    The List of Companies - Frozen French Fries Market

    1. Bart's Potato Company
    2. Aviko B.V.
    3. Agristo NV.
    4. Lamb Weston Holdings Inc.
    5. McCain
    6. Farm Frites International B.V.
    7. Rairandev Golden Fries Pty Ltd.
    8. Himalaya Food International Ltd.
    9. J.R. Simplot Company
    10. The Kraft Heinz Co

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