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Forecast Period

2025-2029

Market Size (2023)

USD 487.93 Million

Market Size (2029)

USD 676.06 Million

CAGR (2024-2029)

5.65%

Fastest Growing Segment

Online

Largest Market

Asia Pacific

Market Overview

Global Canned Lychee Market reached a valuation of USD 487.93 million in 2023 and is projected to expand to USD 676.06 million by 2029, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.65% during the forecast period. The market's expansion is driven by the escalating demand for convenient food options, along with growing health consciousness and a penchant for exotic and tropical flavors. These elements collectively contribute to the appeal of canned lychees, boosting their consumption due to convenience and nutritional advantages.

Key to this market's growth is the rising consumer inclination towards ready-to-eat fruit products. Canned lychees offer unparalleled convenience as they require no preparation and have an extended shelf life, making them ideal for consumers with busy lifestyles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that merely 10% of adults meet the recommended fruit and vegetable intake, mainly due to factors like cost, availability, and time for preparation. Canned fruits, such as lychees, present a cost-effective, nutritious, flavorful, and convenient solution. As awareness about the benefits of canned fruit increases, so does their popularity. Additionally, canned lychees eliminate the seasonality issue, allowing consumption throughout the year, which ensures consistent demand.

Another vital factor is the shift towards healthier snack options over processed snacks loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats. According to Glanbia plc's Healthy Snacking Trends for 2024, there's a significant global trend towards healthier snack choices, with 60% of consumers noting an emphasis on mindful snacking. This trend aligns perfectly with the broader health and wellness movements, making canned lychees a preferred choice for those seeking nutritious yet delicious snacks.

Key Market Drivers

Rising Demand for Convenience Food

A notable driver for the market is the growing consumer preference for convenient ready-to-eat fruits. Canned lychees stand out by offering easily accessible, preparation-free, and long-lasting fruit options, ideal for those with hectic schedules. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 10% of adults meet their daily fruit and vegetable intake, largely due to obstacles like higher costs, limited availability, and lack of preparation time. Canned lychees mitigate these issues by providing a cost-effective, nutritious, and tasty alternative. This trend is further supported by the increasing awareness about the benefits of canned fruits, which significantly boosts their popularity. Another advantage of canned lychees is their year-round availability, independent of the fruit's natural growing season, thereby ensuring constant supply and demand.

Health-Conscious Consumer Trends

The market is also driven by an increasing shift towards healthier snacking options as opposed to processed snacks high in sugars and unhealthy fats. According to a report from Glanbia plc on Healthy Snacking Trends for 2024, there is a noticeable global trend towards healthier snack options, with 60% of consumers focusing on mindful snacking. Over 61% of respondents consistently prefer healthier snack alternatives, reflecting significant awareness and demand. Canned lychees are seen as a natural, low-calorie option that satisfies sweet cravings while delivering nutritional benefits. This aligns with the broader trends toward clean eating and healthier lifestyles. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fiber, canned lychees support overall health, boost immunity, and aid in digestion. As consumers become more aware of their nutritional choices, the demand for canned lychees as a healthy snack continues to grow.



Key Market Challenges

Competition with Fresh and Frozen Counterparts

Despite the many benefits, the canned lychee market faces substantial competition from fresh and frozen lychees. Consumers often perceive fresh lychees as more natural and flavorful, while frozen lychees are believed to better retain the fruit's original texture and taste compared to canned alternatives. This perception of quality can create a preference barrier for canned lychee products. Overcoming this challenge requires effective marketing strategies and educational initiatives to highlight the unique benefits and convenience of canned lychees.

Cost Challenges and Supply Chain Disruptions

The production costs and supply chain issues are significant hurdles in the canned lychee market. The process of canning, including preservatives and logistics, can make canned lychees more expensive than fresh or frozen options. Additionally, disruptions in the supply chain, such as transportation delays or seasonal shortages of raw lychees, can impact the steady supply of canned products. Manufacturers must address these challenges to maintain an affordable and continuous supply of canned lychees, meeting the rising demand efficiently.

Key Market Trends

Increasing Consumer Preferences for Exotic Flavors

The market for canned lychee is heavily influenced by consumer preferences that lean towards exotic and tropical flavors. This shift is driven by an increased interest in global cuisines and health-conscious diets. Consumers seeking unique taste experiences find canned lychees an attractive choice. Their longer shelf life and convenience compared to fresh produce further drive demand.

Rise in Mindful Snacking

An upward trend in mindful snacking has led to a greater demand for healthier snack alternatives. With its nutritional and low-calorie profile, canned lychee caters perfectly to this need. This trend aligns with broader shifts towards clean eating and a healthier lifestyle, contributing to the rising demand for canned lychees.

Segmental Insights

Application Insights

The drinks & beverages segment accounted the largest market share in 2023. This can be attributed to the growing popularity of tropical flavors among consumers. Lychee's sweet and tangy profile makes it a favored ingredient in various beverages, from alcoholic drinks like piña coladas to non-alcoholic options such as juices and flavored waters. Its versatility and ease of blending into smoothies or as a garnish enhance its appeal in beverage manufacturing, leading to increased demand.

Similarly, the desserts segment is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The versatility of canned lychee makes it a desirable ingredient for various dessert recipes such as tarts and ice creams. Health-conscious consumers are drawn to lychee's nutritional benefits, including high vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants, promoting its use in healthier dessert options. Furthermore, the growing trend of incorporating Asian and tropical ingredients into global cuisine has driven the demand for canned lychee in desserts.


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Regional Insights

The Asia Pacific region is the dominant segment in the global canned lychee market, driven by several key factors. This dominance is largely due to the region's significant production capacity, with countries like Thailand, China, and India being major suppliers of lychees. The high consumption rates in these countries further boost the market, as canned lychees are a popular choice among local consumers due to their convenience and long shelf life. Additionally, the growing trend of urbanization and increasing disposable incomes in Asia Pacific are contributing to higher demand for packaged and processed fruits. The region also benefits from well-established distribution networks and favorable climatic conditions for lychee cultivation. As consumer preferences shift towards exotic and convenient food options, the Asia Pacific region continues to lead the global canned lychee market, supported by both production capabilities and strong domestic consumption.

Recent Developments

  • In May 2024, Del Monte, the canned fruit brand in the UK and a subsidiary of Fresh Del Monte Inc., is pleased to announce its new partnership with emerging tennis talent Jodie Burrage, to advocate for the inclusion of canned fruit in a balanced diet and active lifestyle. This collaboration aims to highlight the nutritional benefits and versatility of canned fruit as part of a health-conscious regimen.
  • In June 2024, Superplum introduced its Lychee season in response to peak production levels in the Indian states of West Bengal and Bihar. The company’s cleaned and destemmed lychee packs are now distributed across several cities and are expected to be available internationally in the near future.
  • In March 2024, Wildwonder has introduced a new gut-supporting flavor, Raspberry Lychee, expanding its range of wellness beverages. This latest addition aims to blend the health benefits of gut-friendly ingredients with the refreshing tastes of raspberry and lychee, enhancing the brand's appeal in the functional drink market.

Key Market Players

  • Dole plc
  • Del Monte Foods Inc.
  • General Mills Inc.
  • Goya Foods, Inc.
  • Bolton Group S.r.l.
  • Conagra Brands, Inc.
  • B&G Foods, Inc. 
  • Bolton Group S.r.l.
  • Dongwon Group
  • RFG Foods Holdings Limited

 

By Application

 

By Distribution Channel

 

By Region

  • Desserts
  • Drinks & Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Offline
  • Online
  • North America
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • South America
  • Middle East & Africa

 

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Canned Lychee Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

  •   Canned Lychee Market, By Application:

o   Desserts

o   Drinks & Beverages

o   Snacks

  • Canned Lychee Market, By Distribution Channel:

o   Offline

o   Online

  •    Canned Lychee Market, By Region:

o   North America

§  United States

§  Canada

§  Mexico

o   Asia-Pacific

§  China

§  Japan

§  India

§  Australia

§  South Korea

§  Indonesia

o   Europe

§  France

§  United Kingdom

§  Italy

§  Germany

§  Spain

o   South America

§  Argentina

§  Colombia

§  Brazil

o   Middle East & Africa

§  South Africa

§  Saudi Arabia

§  UAE

§  Turkey

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Canned Lychee Market.

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Table of content

Table of content

1.    Introduction

1.1.  Product Overview

1.2.  Key Highlights of the Report

1.3.  Market Coverage

1.4.  Market Segments Covered

1.5.  Research Tenure Considered

2.    Research Methodology

2.1.  Objective of the Study

2.2.  Baseline Methodology

2.3.  Key Industry Partners

2.4.  Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5.  Forecasting Methodology

2.6.  Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7.  Assumptions and Limitations

3.    Executive Summary      

3.1.  Market Overview

3.2.  Market Forecast

3.3.  Key Regions

3.4.  Key Segments

4.    Voice of Customer

4.1.  Brand Awareness

4.2.  Factor Influencing Purchase Decision

5.    Global Canned Lychee Market Outlook

5.1.  Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1.    By Value

5.2.  Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1.    By Application Market Share Analysis (Desserts, Drinks & Beverages, Snacks)

5.2.2.    By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis (Offline, Online)

5.2.3.    By Regional Market Share Analysis

5.2.3.1.        North America Market Share Analysis

5.2.3.2.        Europe Market Share Analysis

5.2.3.3.        Asia Pacific Market Share Analysis

5.2.3.4.        Middle East & Africa Market Share Analysis

5.2.3.5.        South America Market Share Analysis

5.2.4.    By Top 5 Companies Market Share Analysis, Others (2023)

5.3.  Global Canned Lychee Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment

5.3.1.    By Application Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment

5.3.2.    By Distribution Channel Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment

5.3.3.    By Regional Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment

6.    North America Canned Lychee Market Outlook

6.1.  Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1.    By Value

6.2.  Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1.    By Application Market Share Analysis

6.2.2.    By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

6.2.3.    By Country Market Share Analysis

6.3.  North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1.    United States Canned Lychee Market Outlook

6.3.1.1.        Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1.           By Value

6.3.1.2.        Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

6.3.1.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

6.3.2.    Canada Canned Lychee Market Outlook

6.3.2.1.        Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1.           By Value

6.3.2.2.        Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

6.3.2.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

6.3.3.    Mexico Canned Lychee Market Outlook

6.3.3.1.        Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1.           By Value

6.3.3.2.        Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

6.3.3.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.    Asia Pacific Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.1.  Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1.    By Value

7.2.  Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1.    By Application Market Share Analysis

7.2.2.    By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.2.3.    By Country Market Share Analysis

7.3.  Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

7.3.1.    China Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.3.1.1.        Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1.           By Value

7.3.1.2.        Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

7.3.1.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.3.2.    Japan Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.3.2.1.        Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1.           By Value

7.3.2.2.        Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

7.3.2.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.3.3.    India Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.3.3.1.        Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1.           By Value

7.3.3.2.        Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

7.3.3.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.3.4.    Australia Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.3.4.1.        Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1.           By Value

7.3.4.2.        Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

7.3.4.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.3.5.    South Korea Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.3.5.1.        Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1.           By Value

7.3.5.2.        Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

7.3.5.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

7.3.6.    Indonesia Canned Lychee Market Outlook

7.3.6.1.        Market Size & Forecast

7.3.6.1.1.           By Value

7.3.6.2.        Market Share & Forecast

7.3.6.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

7.3.6.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

8.    Europe Canned Lychee Market Outlook

8.1.  Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1.    By Value

8.2.  Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1.    By Application Market Share Analysis

8.2.2.    By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

8.2.3.    By Country Market Share Analysis

8.3.  Europe: Country Analysis

8.3.1.    France Canned Lychee Market Outlook

8.3.1.1.        Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1.           By Value

8.3.1.2.        Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

8.3.1.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

8.3.2.    United Kingdom Canned Lychee Market Outlook

8.3.2.1.        Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1.           By Value

8.3.2.2.        Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

8.3.2.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

8.3.3.    Italy Canned Lychee Market Outlook

8.3.3.1.        Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1.           By Value

8.3.3.2.        Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

8.3.3.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

8.3.4.    Germany Canned Lychee Market Outlook

8.3.4.1.        Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1.           By Value

8.3.4.2.        Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

8.3.4.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

8.3.5.    Spain Canned Lychee Market Outlook

8.3.5.1.        Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1.           By Value

8.3.5.2.        Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

8.3.5.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

9.    South America Canned Lychee Market Outlook

9.1.  Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1.    By Value

9.2.  Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1.    By Application Market Share Analysis

9.2.2.    By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

9.2.3.    By Country Market Share Analysis

9.3.  South America: Country Analysis

9.3.1.    Argentina Canned Lychee Market Outlook

9.3.1.1.        Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1.           By Value

9.3.1.2.        Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

9.3.1.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

9.3.2.    Colombia Canned Lychee Market Outlook

9.3.2.1.        Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1.           By Value

9.3.2.2.        Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

9.3.2.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

9.3.3.    Brazil Canned Lychee Market Outlook

9.3.3.1.        Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1.           By Value

9.3.3.2.        Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1.           By Application Market Share Analysis

9.3.3.2.2.           By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

10. Middle East & Africa Canned Lychee Market Outlook

10.1.            Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2.            Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Application Market Share Analysis

10.2.2. By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

10.2.3. By Country Market Share Analysis

10.3.            Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

10.3.1. South Africa Canned Lychee Market Outlook

10.3.1.1.     Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1.         By Value

10.3.1.2.     Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1.         By Application Market Share Analysis

10.3.1.2.2.         By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Canned Lychee Market Outlook

10.3.2.1.     Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1.         By Value

10.3.2.2.     Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1.         By Application Market Share Analysis

10.3.2.2.2.         By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

10.3.3. UAE Canned Lychee Market Outlook

10.3.3.1.     Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1.         By Value

10.3.3.2.     Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1.         By Application Market Share Analysis

10.3.3.2.2.         By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

10.3.4. Turkey Canned Lychee Market Outlook

10.3.4.1.     Market Size & Forecast

10.3.4.1.1.         By Value

10.3.4.2.     Market Share & Forecast

10.3.4.2.1.         By Application Market Share Analysis

10.3.4.2.2.         By Distribution Channel Market Share Analysis

11. Market Dynamics

11.1.            Drivers

11.2.            Challenges

12. Impact of COVID-19 on Global Canned Lychee Market

12.1.            Impact Assessment Model   

12.1.1. Key Segments Impacted

12.1.2. Key Region Impacted

12.1.3. Key Countries Impacted

13. Market Trends & Developments

14. Competitive Landscape

14.1.            Company Profiles

14.1.1. Dole plc

14.1.1.1.     Company Details

14.1.1.2.     Products

14.1.1.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.1.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.1.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.1.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.2. Del Monte Foods Inc.

14.1.2.1.     Company Details

14.1.2.2.     Products

14.1.2.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.2.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.2.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.2.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.3. General Mills Inc.

14.1.3.1.     Company Details

14.1.3.2.     Products

14.1.3.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.3.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.3.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.3.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.4. Goya Foods, Inc.

14.1.4.1.     Company Details

14.1.4.2.     Products

14.1.4.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.4.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.4.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.4.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.5. Bolton Group S.r.l.

14.1.5.1.     Company Details

14.1.5.2.     Products

14.1.5.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.5.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.5.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.5.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.6. Conagra Brands, Inc.

14.1.6.1.     Company Details

14.1.6.2.     Products

14.1.6.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.6.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.6.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.6.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.7. B&G Foods, Inc.

14.1.7.1.     Company Details

14.1.7.2.     Products

14.1.7.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.7.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.7.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.7.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.8. Bolton Group S.r.l.

14.1.8.1.     Company Details

14.1.8.2.     Products

14.1.8.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.8.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.8.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.8.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.9. Dongwon Group

14.1.9.1.     Company Details

14.1.9.2.     Products

14.1.9.3.     Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.9.4.     Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.9.5.     Recent Developments

14.1.9.6.     Key Management Personnel

14.1.10.              RFG Foods Holdings Limited

14.1.10.1.  Company Details

14.1.10.2.  Products

14.1.10.3.  Financials (As Per Availability)

14.1.10.4.  Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence

14.1.10.5.  Recent Developments

14.1.10.6.  Key Management Personnel

15. Strategic Recommendations/Action Plan

15.1.            Key Focus Areas

15.2.            Target By Application

15.3.            Target By Distribution Channel

16. About Us & Disclaimer

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

The market size of the Global Canned Lychee Market was estimated to be USD 487.93 million in 2023.

Major drivers of the global Canned Lychee market include rising consumer demand for health-boosting beverages, increasing awareness of immunity and wellness benefits, innovation in ingredients, and a growing focus on convenient, on-the-go nutrition.

Major trends in the global Canned Lychee market include increasing use of natural ingredients, focus on clean labels, demand for immunity-boosting and energy-enhancing products, rising popularity of plant-based formulations, and sustainable packaging solutions.

Major challenges for the global Canned Lychee market include high competition, regulatory hurdles for health claims, cost of premium ingredients, short shelf life, and consumer skepticism about efficacy. Additionally, limited consumer awareness poses a barrier.

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