Middle East and Africa Hazelnut Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030

Middle East and Africa Hazelnut Market, By Form (Whole/In-Shell Hazelnut, Natural Hazelnut, Diced Hazelnut, Paste Hazelnut, Blanched Hazelnut, Roasted Hazelnut, Sliced Hazelnut, Hazelnut Oil, Hazelnut Meal, Others), Category (Organic, Conventional), Shape (Round Kernels, Almond Kernels, Pointed Kernels, Others), Origin (Akcakoca, Levant, Giresun, Others), Packaging (Vacuum & Cartons Box, Bags, Pouches, Plastic Or Metal Drums, Others), Application (Industrial, Food Service Industry, Household/Retail), Distribution Channel (Direct, Indirect) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030.

Middle East and Africa Hazelnut Market Analysis and Size

Rising demand for hazelnuts in wide industrial applications is accelerating the use of hazelnut products which drives the market. Allergies associated with hazelnut are acting as a restrain for the market. Increased awareness about health and nutrition is creating an opportunity for the market. The easy availability of hazelnut substitutes is a challenge for the hazelnut market.

Data Bridge Market Research analyses that the hazelnut market which was USD 789.98 million in 2022, would rocket up to USD  1,303.85 million by 2030 and is expected to undergo a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period. “Whole/in-shell hazelnut” dominates the form segment of the hazelnut market owing to the growing number of companies providing feminized seeds for home gardeners and growers for medical or recreational purposes. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.

Middle East and Africa Hazelnut Market Scope and Segmentation

Market Definition

Hazelnut is derived from the species of the genus Corylus, mainly from the nuts of Corylusavellana. It is used in various industrial applications such as food and beverages, food service, cosmetics, and others. Hazelnut is a type of nut that can be consumed as a snack and is comprised of various benefits, such as it is used for various health problems. In personal care & cosmetics, it is used for making natural hair care and skin care products.

Middle East and Africa Hazelnut Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Increasing the production of hazelnut across the world

Hazelnut has a high consumption share, with 35% of hard-shelled fruits around the world. It is often featured in meal or chocolate truffles and used as flour in cakes, breads, and cookies. The hazelnut is an important export crop which has given way to the increase of appearance of new producer countries and the production capacity of hazelnut producing countries. For this reason, increasing the production of hazelnut across the world is acting as a driver for growing the demand in the hazelnut market.

• Growing demand from consumers and high health benefits

Hazelnut has a high consumption among consumers. It is widely used in the food industry, especially for chocolate making. Hazelnut has higher demand among consumers because it is a better and smarter eating solution, which can fit the specific needs and lifestyle of consumers. Also consumption of hazelnut help in the various types of health benefits.

Hazelnut is type of tasty snack and is a great addition to various dishes. It also provides several health benefits as it can be used for a calorie-controlled diet, also it supports healthy bowel movements, reducing weight gain, protecting against cell damage, and these are the reasons for increased demand for hazelnut among the consumers.

• Increasing demand for hazelnuts in wide industrial applications

Hazelnuts are used in various industrial applications, including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and personal care & cosmetics industries. Hazelnuts are commonly used in the food industry, particularly in making pastries and chocolate, which are inclusive of products such as Nutella, Cadbury chocolate bars, and Frangelico liqueur.

It is estimated that the worldwide production of hazelnuts each year is 600,000 tons; commonly used in the cosmetic and food industry because hazelnuts are rich in nutrients. It has a high protein, minerals, fats, and vitamin content. This increasing demand for hazelnuts in wide industrial applications is expected to boost market growth.

Opportunities

• Rise in awareness towards health and nutrition

The increased awareness about health and nutrition is one of the primary factors which help increase the demand for hazelnuts. Hazelnuts have a good level of manganese, thiamine, and vitamin E which helps to improve brain function and reduce the chances of any degenerative disease.

Regular consumption of hazelnut can also help to control the symptoms of cardiovascular diseases and maintain the level of cholesterol. The consumption of hazelnuts is also good for muscles, skin, and bones, as hazelnuts are rich in protein, vitamins, folate, and antioxidants. Dieticians and nutritionists also recommend hazelnuts for those people who are very healthy and calorie-conscious. Therefore, increased awareness about health and nutrition is an opportunity to grow the demand in the hazelnut market.

Restraints/Challenges

• Allergic Reactions from hazelnut

Hazelnut allergy is a common type of allergy that may cause food allergy symptoms that range from mild to severe. Hazelnut allergy symptoms include abdominal pain, cramps, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty swallowing, which obstructs the demand for hazelnut in the market.

Hazelnut allergy is usually found in patients with tree pollen allergies and heavy fever. There is no cure for hazelnut allergy; consumers can only manage their hazelnut allergy by avoiding consuming hazelnuts.

Oral allergy syndromes of hazelnut are mostly fairly mild and are confined to tingling, swelling, or itching of the lips, throat, and tongue. These symptoms of hazelnut allergy may be treated with an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Benadryl. Sometimes allergies from hazelnut become life-threatening and require immediate medical care; therefore, allergies associated with hazelnut are acting as restraints, hampering the demand of the Middle East and Africa hazelnut market.

This hazelnut market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, Market share, impact of domestic and localized Market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the hazelnut market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

Recent Development

• In October 2019, Olam International announced that they had expanded their almond ingredients capacity after acquiring Hughson Nut, a leading almond processor, and ingredient manufacturer. After the acquisition company enhanced their product portfolio.

Middle East and Africa Hazelnut Market Scope

Middle East and Africa hazelnut market is categorized into seven notable segments which are based based on form, category, shape, origin, packaging, application and distribution channel. The growth amongst these segments will help you to analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

FORM

• Whole/in-shell hazelnut
• Natural hazelnut
• Diced hazelnut
• Paste hazelnut
• Blanched hazelnut
• Roasted hazelnut
• Sliced hazelnut
• Hazelnut oil
• Hazelnut meal
• Others

CATEGORY

• Organic
• Conventional

SHAPE

• Round kernels
• Almond kernels
• Pointed kernels
• Others

ORIGIN

• Akcakoca
• Levant
• Giresun
• Others

PACKAGING

• Vacuum & cartons box
• Bags
• Pouches
• Plastic or metal drums
• Others

APPLICATION

• Industrial
• Food service industry
• Household/retail

DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL

• Direct
• Indirect

Hazelnut Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The hazelnut market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by seed type, strain, compound, category, distribution channel, and type of vendors as referenced above.

The countries covered in the hazelnut market report are South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Oman, U.A.E., Qatar, Kuwait, and rest of Middle East and Africa.

South Africa dominates the hazelnut market because of the strong base of consumers, strong presence of major players in the market, and the rising number of research activities in this country in terms of market share.  

South Africa is growing as the country has a high demand for hazelnuts in their food service sectors and for household consumption due to the numerous applications of hazelnuts and the growing demand for hazelnut in the country.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Data points like down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the Market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of Middle East and Africa brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data. 

Competitive Landscape and Hazelnut Market Share Analysis

The hazelnut market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, Middle East and Africa presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to the market.

Some of the major players operating in the hazelnut market are:

• ADM (2019) (U.S.)
• Karin Gıda (Turkey)
• Olam International  (2019) (West Africa)
• BALSU (Turkey)
• Ferrero (Turkey)
• FERRERO (Italy)
• AZERSTAR LLC (Azerbaijan)
• BOXON FOOD (Turkey)
• FRUITS OF TURKEY (Turkey)