Global Chocolate Biscuit Market Overview
Western Market Research predicts that the Global Chocolate Biscuit Market was valued at USD xxxx million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD xxxx million by 2036, growing at a CAGR of xx% during the forecast period 2026–2036.
Chocolate biscuits represent a core segment of the global bakery and confectionery industry, driven by mass consumption, affordability, and strong cross-demographic appeal. Continuous innovation in flavors, formats, portion sizes, and packaging has allowed manufacturers to cater to both value and premium consumer segments. The market benefits from strong brand loyalty, wide retail penetration, and increasing impulse purchasing behavior.
The Global Chocolate Biscuit Market Report 2026 provides an in-depth assessment of market dynamics, competitive positioning, regulatory environment, and technological developments. The study integrates primary insights from industry participants with secondary analysis of historical performance, consumption trends, and supply chain structures.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Chocolate Biscuit Market
The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the chocolate biscuit market. Initial disruptions in raw material sourcing, production, and logistics were observed due to lockdowns and labor shortages. However, demand recovered rapidly as biscuits became a preferred shelf-stable comfort snack during home confinement.
Key post-pandemic outcomes include:
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Strong growth in retail and e-commerce sales
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Increased household stockpiling of packaged snacks
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Shift toward smaller packs and value pricing
Overall, the market demonstrated resilience and returned to stable growth by late 2021.
Global Chocolate Biscuit Market Segmentation
By Product Type
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Chocolate Cookies
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Chocolate Wafer Biscuits
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Chocolate Sandwich Biscuits
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Chocolate-Coated Crackers
By Chocolate Type
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Dark Chocolate Biscuits
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Milk Chocolate Biscuits
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White Chocolate Biscuits
By Ingredient Profile
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Conventional
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Sugar-Reduced
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Whole Grain / Fiber-Enriched
By Distribution Channel
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Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
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Convenience Stores
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Online Retail
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Specialty & Bakery Stores
By Application
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Household Consumption
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On-the-Go Snacking
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Institutional & HoReCa
Regional Analysis
North America
North America is a mature and innovation-driven market, supported by strong demand for premium cookies, clean-label formulations, and portion-controlled packaging. Brand recognition and product variety remain key competitive factors.
Europe
Europe holds a significant share of the global market, driven by high per-capita biscuit consumption and strong presence of heritage brands. Consumers show increasing interest in organic and reduced-sugar chocolate biscuits.
Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, fueled by urbanization, rising disposable income, and westernized snacking habits. Countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asian nations are key growth engines.
South America
South America shows steady growth, supported by expanding retail networks and increasing penetration of global brands alongside regional manufacturers.
Middle East & Africa
Growth in this region is driven by population expansion, growing modern retail infrastructure, and rising demand for packaged snack foods in urban areas.
Competitive Landscape – Key Players
Major players operating in the global chocolate biscuit market include:
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Mondelez International
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Nestlé
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Pladis Global
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Mayora Indah
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Ezaki Glico
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August Storck KG
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Danish Speciality Foods ApS
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Balocco S.p.A.
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Ishiya Co., Ltd.
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Regional and private-label biscuit manufacturers
Competition is based on pricing, brand equity, flavor innovation, distribution reach, and promotional intensity.
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Threat of New Entrants – Moderate
Capital requirements and brand loyalty act as barriers, though private labels continue to enter.
Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Moderate
Fluctuations in cocoa, wheat, and sugar prices impact cost structures.
Bargaining Power of Buyers – High
Wide product availability gives retailers and consumers strong negotiating power.
Threat of Substitutes – High
Competing snacks such as cakes, chocolates, and savory snacks pose substitution risks.
Competitive Rivalry – Very High
Market characterized by frequent product launches and aggressive pricing strategies.
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
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Mass-market appeal across age groups
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Strong global distribution networks
Weaknesses
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High dependence on commodity pricing
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Low product differentiation in value segments
Opportunities
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Expansion of health-oriented biscuit variants
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Growth of online and emerging market sales
Threats
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Rising health concerns over sugar consumption
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Increasing competition from private labels
Market Trends
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Growing demand for dark chocolate and premium biscuits
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Introduction of low-sugar and functional formulations
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Expansion of single-serve and on-the-go packaging
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Increased focus on sustainable packaging materials
Market Drivers
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Rising urban snacking culture
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Strong impulse purchase behavior
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Expansion of modern retail and e-commerce
Market Challenges
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Volatile raw material prices
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Regulatory pressure on sugar and calorie content
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Intense price competition
Value Chain Analysis
Raw Material Sourcing → Dough Preparation → Baking & Chocolate Coating → Cooling & Packaging → Distribution → Retail & Online Channels → End Consumers
Key value creation occurs at branding, flavor development, and packaging innovation stages.
Strategic Recommendations for Stakeholders
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Invest in reduced-sugar and premium product lines
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Strengthen digital marketing and e-commerce partnerships
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Expand footprint in Asia-Pacific and emerging markets
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Optimize sourcing strategies to manage raw material volatility
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Focus on sustainable and cost-efficient packaging solutions
1. Market Overview of Chocolate Biscuit
1.1 Chocolate Biscuit Market Overview
1.1.1 Chocolate Biscuit Product Scope
1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
1.2 Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Regions: 2015 VS 2021 VS 2026
1.3 Chocolate Biscuit Historic Market Size by Regions
1.4 Chocolate Biscuit Forecasted Market Size by Regions
1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
1.5.1 North America
1.5.2 East Asia
1.5.3 Europe
1.5.4 South Asia
1.5.5 Southeast Asia
1.5.6 Middle East
1.5.7 Africa
1.5.8 Oceania
1.5.9 South America
1.5.10 Rest of the World
1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, 2019, 2020 and 2021 Projections
1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Chocolate Biscuit Sales Market by Type
2.1 Global Chocolate Biscuit Historic Market Size by Type
2.2 Global Chocolate Biscuit Forecasted Market Size by Type
2.3 By Processing
2.4 Chocolate Cookies
2.5 Chocolate Wafer
2.6 Chocolate Sandwich Biscuit
2.7 By Material
2.8 Dark Chocolate Biscuit
2.9 White Chocolate Biscuit
3. Covid-19 Impact Chocolate Biscuit Sales Market by Application
3.1 Global Chocolate Biscuit Historic Market Size by Application
3.2 Global Chocolate Biscuit Forecasted Market Size by Application
3.3 Online Sale
3.4 Offline Sale
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
4.1 Global Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
4.2 Global Chocolate Biscuit Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
4.3 Global Chocolate Biscuit Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Chocolate Biscuit Business
5.1 Pladis Global
5.1.1 Pladis Global Company Profile
5.1.2 Pladis Global Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.1.3 Pladis Global Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.2 Nestle
5.2.1 Nestle Company Profile
5.2.2 Nestle Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.2.3 Nestle Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.3 Mondelez International
5.3.1 Mondelez International Company Profile
5.3.2 Mondelez International Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.3.3 Mondelez International Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.4 Danish Speciality Foods Aps
5.4.1 Danish Speciality Foods Aps Company Profile
5.4.2 Danish Speciality Foods Aps Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.4.3 Danish Speciality Foods Aps Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.5 Mayora
5.5.1 Mayora Company Profile
5.5.2 Mayora Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.5.3 Mayora Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.6 TATAWA
5.6.1 TATAWA Company Profile
5.6.2 TATAWA Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.6.3 TATAWA Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.7 BALOCCO
5.7.1 BALOCCO Company Profile
5.7.2 BALOCCO Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.7.3 BALOCCO Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.8 Ishiya
5.8.1 Ishiya Company Profile
5.8.2 Ishiya Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.8.3 Ishiya Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.9 Ezaki Glico
5.9.1 Ezaki Glico Company Profile
5.9.2 Ezaki Glico Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.9.3 Ezaki Glico Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.10 August Storck KG
5.10.1 August Storck KG Company Profile
5.10.2 August Storck KG Chocolate Biscuit Product Specification
5.10.3 August Storck KG Chocolate Biscuit Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
6.1 North America Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
6.2 North America Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
6.3 North America Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
6.4 North America Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
7.1 East Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
7.2 East Asia Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
7.3 East Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
7.4 East Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
8. Europe
8.1 Europe Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
8.2 Europe Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
8.3 Europe Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
8.4 Europe Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
9.1 South Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
9.2 South Asia Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
9.3 South Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
9.4 South Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
10.1 Southeast Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
10.2 Southeast Asia Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
10.3 Southeast Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
10.4 Southeast Asia Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
11.1 Middle East Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
11.2 Middle East Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
11.3 Middle East Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
11.4 Middle East Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
12. Africa
12.1 Africa Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
12.2 Africa Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
12.3 Africa Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
12.4 Africa Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
13.1 Oceania Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
13.2 Oceania Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
13.3 Oceania Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
13.4 Oceania Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
14. South America
14.1 South America Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
14.2 South America Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
14.3 South America Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
14.4 South America Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
15.1 Rest of the World Chocolate Biscuit Market Size
15.2 Rest of the World Chocolate Biscuit Key Players in North America
15.3 Rest of the World Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Type
15.4 Rest of the World Chocolate Biscuit Market Size by Application
16 Chocolate Biscuit Market Dynamics
16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
16.4 Porter
Global Chocolate Biscuit Market Segmentation
By Product Type
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Chocolate Cookies
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Chocolate Wafer Biscuits
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Chocolate Sandwich Biscuits
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Chocolate-Coated Crackers
By Chocolate Type
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Dark Chocolate Biscuits
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Milk Chocolate Biscuits
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White Chocolate Biscuits
By Ingredient Profile
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Conventional
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Sugar-Reduced
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Whole Grain / Fiber-Enriched
By Distribution Channel
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Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
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Convenience Stores
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Online Retail
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Specialty & Bakery Stores
By Application
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Household Consumption
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On-the-Go Snacking
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Institutional & HoReCa
