Microwavable Foods: Market Research Report
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Microwavable Foods in US$ Million by the following Product Segments: Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods, and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods.
The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024. Also, a five-year -year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.
Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 48 companies including many key and niche players such as -
The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024. Also, a five-year -year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.
Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 48 companies including many key and niche players such as -
- Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.
- Bellisio Foods, Inc.
- BRF S.A.
- Campbell Soup Company
- Conagra Brands, Inc.
- Cremonini S.p.A.
1. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
2. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Microwavable Foods: Meeting Ever-Changing Culinary Demands & Enabling Cooking Perfection in Few Hot Minutes
Microwave Packaging Advancements Transform the Microwave Cooking Experience
Global Market Outlook
3. MARKET DRIVERS, TRENDS & ISSUES
The Frozen Food Renaissance & the Ready Meals Revolution Drives Healthy Growth in Demand for Microwavable Foods
Food Processors Try to Eliminate Myths about Frozen Microwavable Foods
Frozen Ready Meals Lead the Pack
Value-Added Microwave Oven Blanched Frozen Fruits and Vegetables Gain Prominence
Growing Interest in Frozen Microwavable Seafood Meals Augur Well for the Market
Storing and Thawing
IQF Packaging Frozen Fish
Other Forms of Packaging Frozen Fish
The Millennials and their Preference for Cooking at Home Benefit Market Demand
Global Millennial Population Facts & Figures: Important Opportunity Indicators
Shelf-Stable Microwavable Foods Witness Steady Growth in Demand
Innovations in Shelf-Stable Microwavable Foods Packaging to Spur Growth
Changing Landscape of Packaging for Shelf-Stable Foods
Convenience Factor Drive Adaptation of Popular Snack Foods to the Microwave
Microwavable Popcorn Feels the Heat with Growing Competition from RTE Popcorn
Growing Focus on Health and Wellness Drives Innovation in Microwavable Foods
MATS: Long Term Freshness of Prepared Meals without Refrigeration
Select Innovative Healthy Microwavable Meal Options
Ready Meals Fortified with Minerals and Vitamins
Packaged Foods Demand Patterns Focus on the “Microwavability' Factor
Microwavable Ethnic Cuisine: The Order of the Day
Healthy Eating Brings the Spotlight on Steam Cooked Vegetables
Revival of Interest in Microwave Ovens & Steady Launch of Technically Advanced Models Signal Opportunities
Whirlpool Smart Front Control Range
Smart Microwave Cover
Tovala `Smart Oven` to Cook Food Better
Microwave Oven with Radio Frequency Technology
Freescale’s New Microwave Model Replace 50-Year-Old Technology
Microwave Ovens: Improved, Altered & Perfected to Meet Native Requirements
RF Microwave: A New Wave of Cooking?
Microwaving Bakery Products Unravel the Complications of a Longstanding Problem
Microwavable Food Packaging: Redefining Convenience and Simplifying Food Preparation
Convenience Packaging: The Precedent to Efficient Microwavable Packaging
Innovations in Microwavable Food Packaging Contribute to Market Growth
PrimaPak All-in-One Containers
Ready Meals in Innovative Microwavable Packages
Susceptor Technology
Self-Venting Technology
Nanotechnology in Microwave Packaging
Microwave Packaging with Self-Heating Capability
MicVac Valve Technology
MicroRite Technology
Disposable Steamers
Laminated Packaging
Smart and Intelligent Packaging
Microwave-Shielding Technology
Stand-Up-Pouches (SUP) in Microwave Packaging
Favorable Demographic Trends Strengthen Market Prospects
Expanding Global Population
Shrinking Family Size
Burgeoning Middle Class Population
Rapid Urbanization
Rising Women Workforce
Aging Population
Kids Emerge as a Lucrative Demographic Target for Microwavable Foods
Manufactures Eye Kids Demography to Expand Microwavable Food Sales
4. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Microwavable Foods: A Prelude
Microwave Magic Spawns Emergence of Microwavable Food Products
Microwave Ovens: A Historical Perspective
Food Products Designed for Microwave Cooking
Microwavable Bakery Foods
Microwavable Appetizers & Snack Rolls
Microwavable Dinners/Entrees/Ready Meals
5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Companies Offer Innovative Ready-Meals Packaging to Combat Competition
Startups and Tech Companies Foray into Tech-Enabled Home Kitchen Appliances, Ingredients and Cooking Methods
Online Sales Transform the Microwavable Foods Retailing Landscape
5.1 Focus on Select Global Players
Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (USA)
Bellisio Foods, Inc. (USA)
BRF S. A. (Brazil)
Campbell Soup Company (USA)
Conagra Brands, Inc. (USA)
Cremonini S. p. A. (Italy)
Dawn Farm Foods Limited (Ireland)
General Mills, Inc. (USA)
Gunnar Dafgård AB (Sweden)
Hormel Foods Corporation (USA)
Itoham Foods, Inc. (Japan)
Kellogg Company (USA)
Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (Canada)
McCain Foods Limited (Canada)
Nestlé S. A. (Switzerland)
Pinnacle Foods, Inc. (USA)
Birds Eye Group, Inc. (USA)
San Miguel Food and Beverage, Inc. (The Philippines)
Schwan's Company (USA)
The Kraft Heinz Company (USA)
5.2 Product Innovations/Introductions
Sirane Launches Crispy Bacon Packs
Ajinomoto Foods North America Launches José Olé Rolled Tacos
Kraft Heinz Partners with Deadpool 2 to Introduce DEVOUR Sandwiches
Grecian Delight Foods Launches Opaa! ReadyCarved Ethnic Meats
SeaPak Introduces Frozen Microwaveable Soups - SeaPak Selections
LoveTheWild Introduces Seafood Meal Microwavable Bowls
Duncan Hines Launches New Perfect Size 1 Cakes and Toppings
Green Giant Fresh to Launch Vegetable Meal Bowls
Bob Evans Farms Launches Family Classics Meal Solutions
I Heart Keenwah Unveils Microwaveable Toasted Quinoa
Kraft Heinz Launches Just Crack an Egg
Crazy Cuizine Launches Asian Bowl Meals
Raley’s Expands Ready-To-Go Meals
Barilla Launches New Ready Pasta Pouches
Tasteful Selections Introduces SteamPak Mini Potatoes Package
Ready Pac Foods Launches Fresh Prep’d Soup Kits and Wrap Kits
Café Spice Launches New Grab-and-Go Meals
Cole's Quality Foods Introduces Middles Stuffed Bread
Hilary’s Lawrence Introduces Millet Medleys
Kraft Heinz and Oprah Winfrey Introduces O, That’s Good Soups and Sides
Atlantic Natural Foods Launches Vegetarian and Vegan Microwaveable Meals
General Mills Transforms Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal into Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bites
Acme Introduces New Blue Hill Bay Smoked Fish Poke Bowls
Birds Eye Launches Veggie Made Products
Tai Pei Launches Line of Asian Inspired Frozen Entrées and Appetizers
SkinnyPop Popcorn Launches New Cakes, Mini Cakes and Microwave Popcorn
VELVEETA Launches Stuffed Grilled Cheese and Cheesy Bites
Orville Redenbacher's Launches Microwave Popcorn SmartPop!
5.3 Recent Industry Activity
Conagra Brands to Acquire Pinnacle Foods
Lakeside Foods to Acquire Good Eats Food Co
Ajinomoto Windsor Renamed to Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.
Riviana Expands the Microwavable Minute Rice Products Production Capacity
6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
Microwavable Foods Market by Segment
7. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
7.1 THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Convenience Offered by Microwavable Foods in Fast Paced Lifestyles Drive Healthy Market Growth
Increasing Consumer Liking for Frozen Foods in the US: The Fundamental Growth Driver
Premium Chef-Made Frozen Food to Launch in the US
Changing Food Trends and the Impact on Market Demand
Top 10 Food Selection Concerns in the US (On a Scale of 1 to 10)
Microwave Packaging for Frozen Foods Continues to Grow in the US
Unabated Popularity of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Popcorn Offer Lucrative Growth Opportunities
B. Market Analytics
7.2 CANADA
A. Market Analysis
Growing Demand for Frozen Microwavable Foods Drive Market Growth
B. Market Analytics
7.3 JAPAN
Market Analysis
7.4 EUROPE
Market Analysis
7.4.1 France
Market Analysis
7.4.2 Germany
Market Analysis
7.4.3 Italy
A. Market Analysis
Italian Attitudes towards Microwave Cooking: An Insight
B. Market Analytics
7.4.4 The United Kingdom
A. Market Analysis
Despite Challenges and Concerns, Microwaveable Foods Continue to Witness Demand Growth
Launch of Innovative Frozen Appetizers and Frozen Snacks Benefit Market Demand
Growing Prominence of Natural and Organic Private Label Ready Meals Bodes Well for Microwavable Foods
B. Market Analytics
7.4.5 Spain
Market Analysis
7.4.6 Russia
A. Market Analysis
Consumption of Microwavable Foods on the Rise in Russia
B. Market Analytics
7.4.7 Rest of Europe
Market Analysis
7.5 Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Emerging Markets in Asia-Pacific Offer Significant Growth Potential
India & China: Important Potential Future Markets
B. Market Analytics
7.5.1 China
A. Market Analysis
Shrinking Household Size and Growing Affluence Drive Strong Demand for Microwavable Foods
Microwavable Popcorn Market Set to Grow
B. Market Analytics
7.5.2 India
A. Market Analysis
India: Underpenetrated Market with Immense Growth Potential
Rising Demand for Frozen Foods to Extend Opportunities
B. Market Analytics
7.5.3 Rest of Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Ready Microwavable Meals Winning Time-Constrained Australian Consumers
Convenient Microwavable Food Solutions Lure Taiwanese Population
B. Market Analytics
7.6 Middle East & Africa
A. Market Analysis
Microwavable Food Gradually Penetrate the Traditional Middle Eastern Markets
B. Market Analytics
7.7 Latin America
Market Analysis
7.7.1 Brazil
Market Analysis
7.7.2 Mexico
Market Analysis
7.7.3 Rest of Latin America
Market Analysis
8. COMPANY PROFILES
Total Companies Profiled: 48 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 51)
The United States (31)
Canada (2)
Japan (2)
Europe (11)
The United Kingdom (6)
Italy (1)
Rest of Europe (4)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (4)
Latin America (1)
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
2. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Microwavable Foods: Meeting Ever-Changing Culinary Demands & Enabling Cooking Perfection in Few Hot Minutes
Microwave Packaging Advancements Transform the Microwave Cooking Experience
Global Market Outlook
3. MARKET DRIVERS, TRENDS & ISSUES
The Frozen Food Renaissance & the Ready Meals Revolution Drives Healthy Growth in Demand for Microwavable Foods
Food Processors Try to Eliminate Myths about Frozen Microwavable Foods
Frozen Ready Meals Lead the Pack
Table 1. Global Market for Frozen Foods by Category (2014, 2016, & 2018): Percentage Breakdown of Sales for Frozen Fish/Seafood, Frozen Meat, Frozen Ready Meals, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 2. Per Capita Spending (US$) on Frozen Foods in Select Countries (2018E) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Value-Added Microwave Oven Blanched Frozen Fruits and Vegetables Gain Prominence
Growing Interest in Frozen Microwavable Seafood Meals Augur Well for the Market
Storing and Thawing
IQF Packaging Frozen Fish
Other Forms of Packaging Frozen Fish
The Millennials and their Preference for Cooking at Home Benefit Market Demand
Global Millennial Population Facts & Figures: Important Opportunity Indicators
Table 3. Global Millennials Population by Region (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Number of Millennials for North America, Europe, China & Japan, Latin America and Rest of World (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 4. Millennial Population as a Percentage (%) of Total Population in Developing Countries: 2018E (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Shelf-Stable Microwavable Foods Witness Steady Growth in Demand
Innovations in Shelf-Stable Microwavable Foods Packaging to Spur Growth
Changing Landscape of Packaging for Shelf-Stable Foods
Convenience Factor Drive Adaptation of Popular Snack Foods to the Microwave
Microwavable Popcorn Feels the Heat with Growing Competition from RTE Popcorn
Growing Focus on Health and Wellness Drives Innovation in Microwavable Foods
MATS: Long Term Freshness of Prepared Meals without Refrigeration
Select Innovative Healthy Microwavable Meal Options
Ready Meals Fortified with Minerals and Vitamins
Packaged Foods Demand Patterns Focus on the “Microwavability' Factor
Microwavable Ethnic Cuisine: The Order of the Day
Healthy Eating Brings the Spotlight on Steam Cooked Vegetables
Revival of Interest in Microwave Ovens & Steady Launch of Technically Advanced Models Signal Opportunities
Whirlpool Smart Front Control Range
Smart Microwave Cover
Tovala `Smart Oven` to Cook Food Better
Microwave Oven with Radio Frequency Technology
Freescale’s New Microwave Model Replace 50-Year-Old Technology
Microwave Ovens: Improved, Altered & Perfected to Meet Native Requirements
RF Microwave: A New Wave of Cooking?
Microwaving Bakery Products Unravel the Complications of a Longstanding Problem
Microwavable Food Packaging: Redefining Convenience and Simplifying Food Preparation
Convenience Packaging: The Precedent to Efficient Microwavable Packaging
Innovations in Microwavable Food Packaging Contribute to Market Growth
PrimaPak All-in-One Containers
Ready Meals in Innovative Microwavable Packages
Susceptor Technology
Self-Venting Technology
Nanotechnology in Microwave Packaging
Microwave Packaging with Self-Heating Capability
MicVac Valve Technology
MicroRite Technology
Disposable Steamers
Laminated Packaging
Smart and Intelligent Packaging
Microwave-Shielding Technology
Stand-Up-Pouches (SUP) in Microwave Packaging
Favorable Demographic Trends Strengthen Market Prospects
Expanding Global Population
Table 5. Global Population Estimates (in Billion): 2000, 2010, 2017E, 2030P, and 2050P (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 6. World Population by Geographic Region (2000-2050) (in Millions) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Shrinking Family Size
Burgeoning Middle Class Population
Table 7. Global Middle Class Population (in Millions) and as a Percentage of Total Population: 2005, 2015, 2025 & 2035 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 8. Global Middle Class Spending (in US$ Trillion) by Geographic Region (2017E, 2025P & 2030P) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Rapid Urbanization
Table 9. World Urban Population in Thousands: 1950-2050P (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Rising Women Workforce
Aging Population
Table 10. Global Aging Population (in Thousands) by Age Group: 1975-2050 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 11. Global Population Statistics for the 60+ Age Group by Region (2017) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Kids Emerge as a Lucrative Demographic Target for Microwavable Foods
Manufactures Eye Kids Demography to Expand Microwavable Food Sales
4. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Microwavable Foods: A Prelude
Microwave Magic Spawns Emergence of Microwavable Food Products
Microwave Ovens: A Historical Perspective
Food Products Designed for Microwave Cooking
Microwavable Bakery Foods
Microwavable Appetizers & Snack Rolls
Microwavable Dinners/Entrees/Ready Meals
5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Companies Offer Innovative Ready-Meals Packaging to Combat Competition
Startups and Tech Companies Foray into Tech-Enabled Home Kitchen Appliances, Ingredients and Cooking Methods
Online Sales Transform the Microwavable Foods Retailing Landscape
Table 12. Factors Influencing Online Purchase Decision: Percentage Share Breakdown by Consumer Preferences (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5.1 Focus on Select Global Players
Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (USA)
Bellisio Foods, Inc. (USA)
BRF S. A. (Brazil)
Campbell Soup Company (USA)
Conagra Brands, Inc. (USA)
Cremonini S. p. A. (Italy)
Dawn Farm Foods Limited (Ireland)
General Mills, Inc. (USA)
Gunnar Dafgård AB (Sweden)
Hormel Foods Corporation (USA)
Itoham Foods, Inc. (Japan)
Kellogg Company (USA)
Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (Canada)
McCain Foods Limited (Canada)
Nestlé S. A. (Switzerland)
Pinnacle Foods, Inc. (USA)
Birds Eye Group, Inc. (USA)
San Miguel Food and Beverage, Inc. (The Philippines)
Schwan's Company (USA)
The Kraft Heinz Company (USA)
5.2 Product Innovations/Introductions
Sirane Launches Crispy Bacon Packs
Ajinomoto Foods North America Launches José Olé Rolled Tacos
Kraft Heinz Partners with Deadpool 2 to Introduce DEVOUR Sandwiches
Grecian Delight Foods Launches Opaa! ReadyCarved Ethnic Meats
SeaPak Introduces Frozen Microwaveable Soups - SeaPak Selections
LoveTheWild Introduces Seafood Meal Microwavable Bowls
Duncan Hines Launches New Perfect Size 1 Cakes and Toppings
Green Giant Fresh to Launch Vegetable Meal Bowls
Bob Evans Farms Launches Family Classics Meal Solutions
I Heart Keenwah Unveils Microwaveable Toasted Quinoa
Kraft Heinz Launches Just Crack an Egg
Crazy Cuizine Launches Asian Bowl Meals
Raley’s Expands Ready-To-Go Meals
Barilla Launches New Ready Pasta Pouches
Tasteful Selections Introduces SteamPak Mini Potatoes Package
Ready Pac Foods Launches Fresh Prep’d Soup Kits and Wrap Kits
Café Spice Launches New Grab-and-Go Meals
Cole's Quality Foods Introduces Middles Stuffed Bread
Hilary’s Lawrence Introduces Millet Medleys
Kraft Heinz and Oprah Winfrey Introduces O, That’s Good Soups and Sides
Atlantic Natural Foods Launches Vegetarian and Vegan Microwaveable Meals
General Mills Transforms Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal into Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bites
Acme Introduces New Blue Hill Bay Smoked Fish Poke Bowls
Birds Eye Launches Veggie Made Products
Tai Pei Launches Line of Asian Inspired Frozen Entrées and Appetizers
SkinnyPop Popcorn Launches New Cakes, Mini Cakes and Microwave Popcorn
VELVEETA Launches Stuffed Grilled Cheese and Cheesy Bites
Orville Redenbacher's Launches Microwave Popcorn SmartPop!
5.3 Recent Industry Activity
Conagra Brands to Acquire Pinnacle Foods
Lakeside Foods to Acquire Good Eats Food Co
Ajinomoto Windsor Renamed to Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.
Riviana Expands the Microwavable Minute Rice Products Production Capacity
6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
Table 13. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 14. World Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 15. World 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Microwavable Foods Market by Segment
Table 16. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Chilled Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 17. World Historic Review for Chilled Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 18. World 14-Year Perspective for Chilled Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 19. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Frozen Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 20. World Historic Review for Frozen Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 21. World 14-Year Perspective for Frozen Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 22. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 23. World Historic Review for Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 24. World 14-Year Perspective for Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin America Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
7.1 THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Convenience Offered by Microwavable Foods in Fast Paced Lifestyles Drive Healthy Market Growth
Increasing Consumer Liking for Frozen Foods in the US: The Fundamental Growth Driver
Premium Chef-Made Frozen Food to Launch in the US
Changing Food Trends and the Impact on Market Demand
Top 10 Food Selection Concerns in the US (On a Scale of 1 to 10)
Microwave Packaging for Frozen Foods Continues to Grow in the US
Unabated Popularity of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Popcorn Offer Lucrative Growth Opportunities
B. Market Analytics
Table 25. US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 26. US Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 27. US 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.2 CANADA
A. Market Analysis
Growing Demand for Frozen Microwavable Foods Drive Market Growth
B. Market Analytics
Table 28. Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 29. Canadian Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 30. Canadian 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.3 JAPAN
Market Analysis
Table 31. Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 32. Japanese Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 33. Japanese 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4 EUROPE
Market Analysis
Table 34. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 35. European Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 36. European 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 37. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 38. European Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 39. European 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.1 France
Market Analysis
Table 40. French Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 41. French Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 42. French 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.2 Germany
Market Analysis
Table 43. German Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 44. German Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 45. German 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.3 Italy
A. Market Analysis
Italian Attitudes towards Microwave Cooking: An Insight
B. Market Analytics
Table 46. Italian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 47. Italian Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 48. Italian 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.4 The United Kingdom
A. Market Analysis
Despite Challenges and Concerns, Microwaveable Foods Continue to Witness Demand Growth
Launch of Innovative Frozen Appetizers and Frozen Snacks Benefit Market Demand
Growing Prominence of Natural and Organic Private Label Ready Meals Bodes Well for Microwavable Foods
B. Market Analytics
Table 49. UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 50. UK Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 51. UK 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.5 Spain
Market Analysis
Table 52. Spanish Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 53. Spanish Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 54. Spanish 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.6 Russia
A. Market Analysis
Consumption of Microwavable Foods on the Rise in Russia
B. Market Analytics
Table 55. Russian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 56. Russian Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 57. Russian 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.4.7 Rest of Europe
Market Analysis
Table 58. Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 59. Rest of Europe Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 60. Rest of Europe 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.5 Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Emerging Markets in Asia-Pacific Offer Significant Growth Potential
Table 61. Global Microwavable Foods Market - Geographic Regions Ranked by CAGR (Value Sales) for 2016-2024: Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa, Europe, USA, Canada, and Japan (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
India & China: Important Potential Future Markets
Table 62. Ten Largest Populated Countries Worldwide (1950, 2017, 2030, and 2050): Total Population (Millions) for China, India, USA, Indonesia, Brazil, Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Russia, Mexico, and Rest of World (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 63. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 64. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 65. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 66. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 67. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 68. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.5.1 China
A. Market Analysis
Shrinking Household Size and Growing Affluence Drive Strong Demand for Microwavable Foods
Microwavable Popcorn Market Set to Grow
B. Market Analytics
Table 69. Chinese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 70. Chinese Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 71. Chinese 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.5.2 India
A. Market Analysis
India: Underpenetrated Market with Immense Growth Potential
Rising Demand for Frozen Foods to Extend Opportunities
B. Market Analytics
Table 72. Indian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 73. Indian Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 74. Indian 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.5.3 Rest of Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Ready Microwavable Meals Winning Time-Constrained Australian Consumers
Convenient Microwavable Food Solutions Lure Taiwanese Population
B. Market Analytics
Table 75. Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 76. Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 77. Rest of Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.6 Middle East & Africa
A. Market Analysis
Microwavable Food Gradually Penetrate the Traditional Middle Eastern Markets
B. Market Analytics
Table 78. The Middle East & Africa Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 79. The Middle East & Africa Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 80. The Middle East & Africa 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.7 Latin America
Market Analysis
Table 81. Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/Country - Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 82. Latin American Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 83. Latin American 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Geographic Region/ Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 84. Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 85. Latin American Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 86. Latin American 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.7.1 Brazil
Market Analysis
Table 87. Brazilian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 88. Brazilian Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 89. Brazilian 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.7.2 Mexico
Market Analysis
Table 90. Mexican Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 91. Mexican Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 92. Mexican 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7.7.3 Rest of Latin America
Market Analysis
Table 93. Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 94. Rest of Latin America Historic Review for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 95. Rest of Latin America 14-Year Perspective for Microwavable Foods by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Chilled Microwavable Foods, Frozen Microwavable Foods and Shelf Stable Microwavable Foods Markets for Years 2011, 2018 & 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8. COMPANY PROFILES
Total Companies Profiled: 48 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 51)
The United States (31)
Canada (2)
Japan (2)
Europe (11)
The United Kingdom (6)
Italy (1)
Rest of Europe (4)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (4)
Latin America (1)