Summary

The global jam market has exhibited a positive trend post-2020, reflecting growth with a projected increase from a value of US$8.46 billion in 2022 to an expected US$10.45 billion by 2028, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.58%. The United States leads jam imports with a substantial $607.523 million, while countries like Italy, Turkey, and Spain spearhead exports, with Spain's exports growing by 21% from $217.895 million in 2018 to $263.593 million in 2022. The Spanish domestic market also shows robust performance with the CNAE code 1039 sector (which includes jams) reaching a turnover of €8,142 million in 2020. Organic and artisanal jams are gaining traction, with the Spanish market catering to evolving consumer desires for healthier options and innovative flavors. The over-65 demographic, comprising 31.38% of Spain's population, consumes 36% more jam than individuals under 35, indicating a significant market segment. The HORECA sector accounts for 15.59% of total jam value, showing a preference toward artisanal, organic, and sugar-reduced options. Key players, such as Unilever España and Grupo Ángel Camacho, show substantial turnovers of €489 million and €206.1 million respectively in 2021, emphasizing their prominence in the market..**Trends in the Spanish Jam Market** The Spanish jam market presents a fascinating case study in demand trends, with consumers displaying a preference for a variety of jam types while major life cycle stages significantly influence consumption patterns. On average, Spaniards consume about 0.6 kilograms of jam per person annually, incurring an expenditure of approximately 2.5 euros. This consumption is not uniform across the demographic spectrum—older individuals, particularly those over 65, consume a substantial 36% more jam than younger counterparts under 35 years of age. Interestingly, the age group of over 65 also makes up the largest demographic segment in Spain, accounting for between 30 and 35 percent of the entire population. The demand for jam within the HORECA sector (comprising hotels, restaurants, cafés, and bars) is worth noting, contributing around 15% to the total value of the jam sector in the year in focus. This translates to a per capita consumption of 0.02 kilograms and an expenditure of roughly 6 euros. Jam enjoys a significant presence in hospitality, particularly with the penetration rate in the 15 to 75-year-old bracket being nearly 10%. Observing the growth in the organic product segment, the Spanish market also reflects a burgeoning interest in healthier and more sustainable options. The spending on organic products has surged by 35%, pushing per capita spending to over 50 euros. Encouragingly, jam is poised as the fifth most sought-after item in the organic product space, with around 28% of consumers indicating a preference for organic jams. These consumers tend to buy organic jam less frequently than non-organic versions, with most doing so once a month. The Spanish jam market continues to evolve, responding to consumer preferences for a rich diversity of flavors. Whether opting for artisan-made jams, seeking out organic options with a health-conscious slant, or indulging in innovative flavor combinations, Spanish consumers demonstrate a dynamic engagement with the market that both reflects and drives current trends in consumption. With a stable domestic market and robust international positioning, Spain’s jam sector is ripe with opportunity for producers to cater to the nuanced and sophisticated palates of its consumers..### Key Players Shaping the Spanish Jam Market Landscape The jam market in Spain boasts a range of players, from multinational conglomerates to local artisanal producers, catering to the diverse tastes and preferences of consumers across the country. Let's take a closer look at some of the market's standout participants: **Unilever España, S.A. - Group**: A titan in the consumer goods sector, Unilever brings to the Spanish jam market its popular "Ligeresa" brand, known for merging traditional jam flavors with the demands of health-conscious consumers favoring low-calorie options. **Grupo Ángel Camacho, S.L.**: This group has established itself in the Spanish market with "La Vieja Fábrica" brand, revered for its classic and homely approach to jam-making, preserving the time-honored tastes that many in Spain have grown up loving. **Hero España, S.A.**: Hero España strengthens its position with an array of brands such as "1886," emblematic of the company's long-standing tradition, "0% Hero," catering to those seeking reduced-sugar options, and "Hero Clasica," offering the quintessential jam flavors. **Conservas Pedro Luis, S.L.**: Although smaller in scale compared to some of its counterparts, Conservas Pedro Luis has carved a niche in the market with its dedication to quality and the preservation of homemade-style jams. **Grupo Helios**: With a suite of brands under its umbrella, including "Helios," "Bebé," "Eva," "Mühlhäuser," and "Filito," Grupo Helios offers a wide spectrum of jams, from traditional to innovative flavors, ensuring a stronghold in both domestic and international arenas. **Iberfruta-Muerza**: Known for its "Iberfruta" brand, the company stands out for integrating the industrial efficacy with a touch of the artisanal charm in its range of fruity spreads. **Alcurnia Alimentación, S.L.**: Alcurnia brings to the Spanish jam market a focus on the quality and authenticity of its flavors, priding itself on using select ingredients for a superior taste experience. **Jumel Alimentaria, S.A.**: Jumel's role is notable for offering jam selections that often feature in other food products, suggesting a business-to-business orientation alongside its consumer offerings. **Conservas Lazaya Frutas Dulces, S.A.**: Lazaya's commitment to using sun-ripened fruits
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1 Market overview

1.1 Definition and presentation

Jam is a mixture made with sugar and fruit pulp or puree. It can be incorporated into many culinary preparations (yoghurts, fritters, pancakes, toast) and is a classic breakfast food. There are different types of jams depending on the proportion of sugar and fruit, but also on the production method: industrial or artisanal.

Worldwide, the jam market is on a positive growth trajectory, a trajectory that has been reinforced since the emergence of covid-19. The pandemic has boosted sales of prepared products and increased time spent at home, with more time spent at breakfast. North America remains the world's leading market, and Europe the second, with organic sales increasing.

In Spain, the main companies in the sector are Unilever España, Grupo Àngel Camacho, Grupo Helios and Hero España. The jam market is relatively mature, with a stable consumer base and a turnover that has been maintained for several years. However, there is an important renewal of the offer: organic, natural, artisanal products, new textures, more fruit and less sugar in their composition or new formats, etc. The sector is full of initiatives and renews its offer to attract a younger clientele looking for healthy products.

1.2 The world market

The evolution of the jam and marmalade market shows steady growth in the coming years. In ****, the market was worth US$*.** billion, and this value is expected to increase year on year, reaching US$*.** billion in ****, US$*.** billion in ****, US$*.** billion in ****, US$*.** billion in ****, US$*.** billion in ****, US$*.** billion in ...

1.3 The domestic market

The turnover of the products of the CNAE code **** that corresponds to the products of the category "Other pre-processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables" (***) experienced a significant growth in recent years. In ****, turnover reached €*.** billion, and in just one year, in ****, it experienced an increase of approximately **%, reaching €*.** billion. The ...

1.4 Spanish foreign trade

Between **** and ****, jam imports and exports in Spain experienced significant changes. Imports increased by *% during this period, rising from $**.*** million in **** to $**.*** million in ****. On the other hand, exports showed a **% growth over the same period, increasing from $***,*** million in **** to $***,*** million in ****.

As forthe trade balance, a positive evolution is ...

2 Demand analysis

2.1 Demand typology

In **** the consumption of jam and marmalade represented in Spain about **.* million kg which formed ***.* million euros of expenditure in total.

Consumption and expenditure of jam and marmalade Spain, ****, millions of kg, millions of euros Source: ****

Per capita, an average consumption of *.* kg with an expenditure of *.* euros was thus ...

2.2 Consumption in HORECA

In the HORECA sector (***), jams can be consumed. Generally, they are consumed with desserts or with cheeses so they are mainly found in hotels for breakfasts or in restaurants and cafe that propose brunches.

First, it should be noted that the HORECA sector was worth **.**% of the total value of the ...

2.3 Homemade and organic marmalade

It is possible to highlight a demand for jam linked to organic products. Indeed, between **** and ****, organic spending increased by **% in Spain and per capita spending also rose by **% from **.** euros to **.** euros on average. Also, jam appears as the *th most sought after item in terms of organic products with ...

3 Market structure

3.1 Market value chain

3.2 Production

The jam market is a concentrated market where few producers can be found. With the search of the terms "marmalades and jams" in the website Empresas, made by the Economist, there are ** producers in all Spain. Therefore, it is a concentrated market in terms of production and that, especially because these ...

3.3 Distribution

The following table presents the brands of jams present in the Spanish market proposed by the main producers and distributors of jams.

Source: ****

Private label brands.

The following table presents the market shares of distributors in Spain in ****. Although we do not have the market shares for private label jams, these ...

4 Offer analysis

4.1 Typology of the offer

Jam and jam :

The main difference between jam and marmalade is the amount of sugar used in their preparation. Jam contains an equal proportion of fruit and sugar, while jam contains more than **% sugar. This makes marmalade softer and less sweet than jam. In addition, jam is prepared from whole fruit, ...

4.2 Prices

The prices of jams depend on the determined factors seen in part *.*. Here is a list of the different prices that can be found in the Spanish market.

Source: ****

4.3 Supply trends

In terms of supply trends, we can highlight * major trends in the jam market:

Artisanal jam. If the handmade jam is at the beginning a product that can be obtained directly in the farms, the industrialists started to create a special segmentation as for this type of products. The brand La ...

5 Regulation

5.1 Legislation

Royal Decree ***/****, of July *, ****, determines the rules for the production and labeling of jams and marmalades.

Regarding the regulatory standards, the following can be found:

The products for jam production must comply with the requirements established in the Spanish and European legislation on food safety. The fruit used must be in ...

6 Stakeholder positioning

6.1 Segmentation

  • Unilever España
  • Confituras Siboney, S.A
  • Conservas Lazaya Frutas Dulces, S.A
  • Jumel Alimentaria, S.A
  • Alcurnia Alimentación, S.L
  • Iberfruta-Muerza
  • Grupo Helios
  • Conservas Pedro Luis, S.L *
  • Hero España, S.A
  • Grupo Ángel Camacho, S.L.

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  • Los 10 países que importan más mermeladas
  • Los 10 países que exportan más mermeladas
  • Evolución de la facturación del mercado del codigo CNAE : 1039 Otro procesado y conservación de frutas y hortalizas
  • Gasto de los consumidores en mermelada en España en 2021
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Companies quoted in this study

This study contains a complete overview of the companies in the market, with the latest figures and news for each company. :

Unilever España
Confituras Siboney, S.A
Conservas Lazaya Frutas Dulces, S.A
Jumel Alimentaria, S.A
Alcurnia Alimentación, S.L
Iberfruta-Muerza
Grupo Helios
Conservas Pedro Luis, S.L *
Hero España, S.A
Grupo Ángel Camacho, S.L.

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