France kosher food certification market

The France kosher food certification market was valued at US$ 95.9 Mn in 2022, and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.9%, in terms of revenue, over the forecast period (2023-2030) to reach US$ 189.6 Mn by 2030.

The COVID-19 crisis has significantly affected the 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 behavior 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.

France Kosher Food Certification Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic had positive impact on the France kosher food certification market. Vegetarian, vegan, and flexitarian diets were on the rise even before the COVID-19 pandemic. Concerns about personal health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare fueled and peoples shifted toward plant-based diets, and it appears that the coronavirus pandemic has accelerated this trend. For instance, in 2021, according to food beverag einsider, nearly one in five (18%) people in the U.K. have eaten more vegan and/or vegetarian food since the pandemic began in March 2020. According to the study, a similar percentage stated that they will remain fully vegetarian or vegan after the pandemic has passed.

Figure1: France Kosher Food Certification Market, Revenue Share (%), By End User, in 2022

France Kosher Food Certification Market: Growth Drivers

• Growing Jewish population in France: The growing Jewish population in France resulted in an increasing demand for kosher food in the country, which is expected to drive the France kosher food certification market growth. For instance, in 2021, 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 opt for kosher-certified food products. Therefore, the growing demand for kosher food has encouraged many French food manufacturers to obtain kosher certification and has resulted in increased competition for imports.
• Health benefits associated with kosher food: The health benefits of kosher food will drive the France kosher food certification market growth. Kosher dietary laws require cleanliness, hygiene, and animal welfare. Kosher food products produce safer and healthier food. This is in line with the growing health conscious consumer base in France. Consumers are increasingly looking for healthier and more ethical food options. The certification ensures that the food meets these requirements, increasing the consumer’s trust in the purchase of kosher products. This growing demand for health-oriented food products is expected to fuel the market growth in the years to come.

France Kosher Food Certification Market: Market Restraints

Rising vegan consumers and the utilization of animal products

The rising vegan consumers and the utilization of animal products are expected to restrain the growth of the France kosher food certification market during the forecast period. The absence of professionals that can cook kosher food products and the struggle it triggers amongst different religions might further challenge the growth of the France kosher food certification market in the near future. The 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 the France kosher food certification market.

Market Trends

Rising awareness about standards and food safety and increasing rate of lactose intolerance

The France kosher food certification market is expected to be driven by the 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 the demand for kosher food.

France Kosher Food Certification Market: Market Segmentation

On the basis of end user, the production facilities segment 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 the rising demand for food to meet the country's growing population.

France Kosher Food Certification Market: Key Developments

• In January 2021, NSF Certification Ireland Limited, and National Science Foundation entity, announced the acquisition of Global Trust Certification Limited, an Ireland-based seafood certification company. For clients, throughout the world, provides certification, auditing, and inspection services.
• On September 19, 2022, Bureau Veritas, a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection, and certification services, completed the acquisition of galbraith laboratories Inc., a U.S.-based expert in healthcare analytical testing solutions. This is done to strengthen BV's position in the markets for industrial chemicals, personal care products, and consumer healthcare.
• On September 12, 2022, Bureau Veritas acquired majority stakes in C.A.P. government, Inc.

France Kosher Food Certification Market: Key Companies

The 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.

*Definition: Kosher food certification is a stamp or symbol affixed to food products to indicate that they have been cooked according to Jewish dietary regulations. These regulations define what foods are kosher and what foods are not. They also define how food must be processed and treated. Kosher certification helps Jewish people and communities recognize and consume food that meets these religious standards.

France Kosher Food Certification Market Detailed Segmentation:

• By Food Type:
• Dairy Products
• Meat, Poultry & Seafood Products
• Infant Food Products
• Bakery & Confectionery
• Beverages
• Others (Sauces, etc.)
• By End User:
• Individual products
• Production facilities
• Retail premises