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But today’s confectionery consumers are not mono-tracked. Given the economically fickle times, they seem to be bouncing between comfort and exotic flavors.

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This 140-page report measures the size and overall growth factors of the U.S. chocolate market. It also discusses in detail how major chocolate manufacturers are structuring their new product development and marketing initiatives to stay on top of this market. Then, the report describes specific trends and opportunities that support continued market growth, drawing on new product launch claims and attributes. Other topics include retail trends and consumer buying behavior. A must-have for senior management who need to keep apprised of growth and trends in the premium, gourmet and mass chocolate segments.

Excerpt: With 2009 retail sales estimated at $17.3 billion, a new record, the chocolate market has shown itself to be recession resilient. Sales are forecast to grow to $19 billion within 5 years (2014). Strong consumer interest in the reported health benefits of dark chocolate and a general trend towards product premiumization (including organic and fair trade products) are off-setting steady declines in other categories, such as sugar-free and novelty products. For example, the market share for premium chocolate is forecast to grow from 12% - 14% to 15% - 17% of the overall chocolate market by 2014.

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This report is the most thorough published analysis of the organic confectionery segment available, have been written by market research experts who have tracked this segment for over 15 years.

Excerpt: Vreeland & Associates forecasts total organic retail confectionery sales will double from $926 million in 2009 to $1,830 million in five years (2014). This year’s top ten organic confectionery trends include five still going strong and carried over from the 2007: gluten-free, healthier sweetener options, dark chocolate, single bite packaging and fair trade; and five new trends: minimal ingredients, vegan, raw, cocoa seeds/nibs and EcoSocial certification.

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Purchase of this report includes one hour of telephone consulting with chocolate expert, Curtis Vreeland.

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