The process of certifying that a certain food product has been prepared according to Jewish dietary regulations is known as kosher food certification. These restrictions, known as kashrut, regulate how foods are made, what ingredients can be used, and which animals can be eaten. Jews and non-Jews alike value kosher food certification because it ensures that the food they consume is safe and adheres to religious dietary rules.
The France kosher food certification market is estimated to surpass US$ 225.4 Million by the end of 2030, in terms of revenue, exhibiting at a CAGR of 10.8% during the forecast period (2022 to 2030).
Drivers
Growing Jewish population in France results in increasing demand for kosher food in the country, which is expected to drive the kosher food certification market growth in France. For instance, in 2021, the reports by Jewish Agency for Israel suggested that the Jewish population in France accounted for 446,000. Moreover, many French consumers who are lactose-intolerant and/or vegetarian opts for kosher certified food products. Therefore, growing demand for kosher food has encouraged many French food manufacturers to obtain kosher certification and has resulted in increased competition for imports.
Market Restraints
The rise in vegan consumers and the utilization of animal products are expected to restrain the growth of the kosher food certification market during the forecast period. The absence of professionals that can cook kosher food products and the struggle it triggers amongst the different religions might further challenge the growth of the France kosher food certification market in the near future. Kosher food certification process follows rules set by the Jewish community, which might cause conflicts amongst various religions due to their different style of preparation of the products. Such conflicts are expected to create controversies and hence, lack of universal set of standards for kosher food certification is expected to restrain the growth of France kosher food certification market.
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| Base Year: | 2021 | Market Size in 2021: | US$ 88.4 Mn |
| Historical Data for: | 2017 to 2021 | Forecast Period: | 2022 to 2030 |
| Forecast Period 2022 to 2030 CAGR: | 10.8% | 2030 Value Projection: | US$ 225.4 Mn |
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Bureau Veritas, Control Union Certifications, DEKRA SE, DNV, Eurofins, Intertek Group Plc, KOF-K Kosher Certification, NSF International, and SGS SA |
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Market Opportunities
Increasing demand for certified & healthy food products from consumers after Covid 19 pandemic is expected to drive in demand for France kosher food certification market during forecast period. According to Bureau Veritas, which is one of the major players in the French kosher food certification industry, had estimated an organic growth in fiscal 2021 in marine-based food products. In 2021, the company has had a growth of 8.7% in the operation compared to the pre-pandemic situations. Thus, after pandemic people are focusing on safety of food & awareness about kosher certified food products is also increased, which in turn is expected to create lucrative opportunities for kosher food certification market.
Figure 1. France Kosher Food Certification Market – Opportunity Analysis
Market Trends
The France kosher food certification market is expected to be driven by increasing rate of lactose intolerance among consumers. Milk and meat must be kept completely separate under kosher dietary laws. Lactose intolerant people and people allergic to dairy products seek out the kosher certified mark from reputable kosher certified agencies, which guarantees that their products will not come into touch with dairy or animal ingredients in accordance with Jewish law. Lactose sensitivity is becoming more common among customers, which is driving up demand for kosher food.
Figure 2. France Kosher Food Certification Market, Revenue Share (%), By End User, in 2021
On the basis of End User, production facilities dominated the France kosher food certification market in 2021, accounting for around 47.3% of market share, in terms of revenue, followed by individual products and retail premises, owing to rising food demand to meet the country's growing population.
France Kosher Food Certification Market - Impact of Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic
The COVID-19 crisis has significantly affected France kosher food certification market. This was due to the rising consciousness about food and its quality among the people of France. Due to the pandemic, there has been a change in the buying behaviour among the people of France. The French people are focusing more on the consumption of healthy and certified types of foods and preferring the food products that are properly labelled. The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the fragility of global supply chains. After the first wave of the pandemic, many kosher food certified companies are exploring ‘local’ supply chains. Several kosher food certified companies operating in France are enjoying a competitive edge, as they have responded with great agility to the COVID-19 pandemic and quickly started production lines.
Competitive Section
Key players operating in the France kosher food certification market include Bureau Veritas, Control Union Certifications, DEKRA SE, DNV, Eurofins, Intertek Group Plc, KOF-K Kosher Certification, NSF International, and SGS SA
Few Recent Developments
For instance, in January 2021, NSF Certification Ireland Limited, an NSF entity, announced the acquisition of Global Trust Certification Limited, an Ireland-based seafood certification company. For clients, throughout the world, Global Trust provides certification, auditing, and inspection services.
In the food sector, kosher certification indicates that a product complies with all halal or kosher laws. This guarantees quality and honesty, as well as providing proof to customers who buy these products. Many different agencies provide kosher certification for their various countries or areas around the world. Kosher-certified foods can be sold anywhere in the globe, regardless of whether there is a Jewish community, and to any buyer. It also gives customers piece of mind who are looking for kosher food for religious or personal reasons. This guarantees quality and purity, which can be comforting to people of many faiths who adhere to dietary regulations or eat a kosher diet for health reasons. Beverages that have been declared kosher by a rabbi or other religious authority are considered fit for consumption by others, regardless of religious affiliation.
Market Dynamics
Kosher diet has gained significant traction in the past few years. Due to the strict supervision of the processing, close inspection of supervision, and monitoring, kosher foods are extremely beneficial to consumers. The strict certification laws ensure that kosher foods are clean, of high quality, and pure. The meat and dairy equipment is also separated, limiting the spread of infections and maintaining proper hygiene. Vegetarians can obtain certified vegetarian foods, which are not processed on meat-based equipment. The majority of kosher food adherents use them because of their certified quality, which leads to a healthy diet and lifestyle. Kosher food offers a wide range of benefits to the consumers such as it can lead to a healthier lifestyle, it also helps to lower cholesterol, reduce allergens in food, and improve the digestive system.
Moreover, kosher foods are less vulnerable to parasites, bacteria, and insects. Therefore, the increased popularity of purchasing kosher is driven by the perception that the food is safer, healthier, and produced without certain ingredients. There is an increase in kosher certification supported by consumers’ desire for allergen-free, clean label, and vegan foods, as the various kosher designations disclose food’s composition.
Consumer demand for safe food items has been steadily increasing. As a result, a large amount of food safety regulations have been developed. As a result, the growing number of national standards for food safety management has caused confusion and increased the need for food safety standards harmonization. Food safety experts have frequently proposed standardized and harmonized standards to minimize the number of food rules and make them more efficient.
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