The global Ice Cream Cups Market Comprehensive Study analyzes and forecasts the market size across 6 regions and 24 countries for diverse segments -By Cup Capacity (Up to 150 ml, 150 to 350 ml, 350 to 500 ml, Above 500 ml), By Distribution Channel (Foodservice, Retail)
In 2024, the ice cream cups market is expanding, propelled by the growing demand for convenient and portion-controlled dessert options. Ice cream cups, popular for their portability and individual servings, are favored in both retail and food service sectors. The market is witnessing innovations in packaging materials, focusing on sustainability and eco-friendliness, in response to increasing consumer awareness of environmental issues. Additionally, the trend towards premium and gourmet ice cream products is driving demand for aesthetically appealing and functional ice cream cup designs.
The market report analyses the leading companies in the industry including Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings Inc., Bulla Dairy Foods Pty Ltd., China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, Friendly's Manufacturing and Retail, LLC, Häagen-Dazs Inc., Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Company Limited, Lotte Corporation, Mario's Gelati Ltd., Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd., Unilever PLC, and Others.
The most prominent trend in the Ice Cream Cups Market is the increasing demand for convenient and single-serve options. Consumers are seeking easy-to-carry and portion-controlled ice cream products that offer convenience and portability. Ice cream cups, which provide a ready-to-eat solution, are becoming popular as they cater to on-the-go consumption and portion control. This trend is driven by busy lifestyles and the growing preference for single-serve packaging that reduces waste and ensures freshness. The demand for ice cream cups is rising as they provide a practical and enjoyable way to enjoy ice cream.
A key driver for the Ice Cream Cups Market is the growth in the takeaway and delivery food services. As more consumers opt for food delivery and takeaway options, there is an increasing demand for ice cream products that are suitable for these services. Ice cream cups, which are easy to package and transport, fit this demand perfectly. The rise of food delivery apps and the increasing popularity of ordering food online are significantly driving the market for ice cream cups as consumers seek convenient and high-quality dessert options that can be enjoyed at home.
One potential opportunity in the Ice Cream Cups Market lies in the introduction of sustainable and eco-friendly packaging. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there is a growing demand for packaging that reduces environmental impact. By developing ice cream cups made from biodegradable, recyclable, or compostable materials, manufacturers can cater to this demand and differentiate their products in the market. Additionally, promoting the environmental benefits of sustainable packaging can attract eco-conscious consumers and drive market growth.
In the Ice Cream Cups Market segmented by cup capacity, the category of cups with capacity up to 150 ml stands out as the largest segment. This size range is particularly popular for single-serving portions and smaller treats, catering to both children and adults seeking a quick and manageable dessert option. Cups within this capacity range are often favored in events, parties, and casual outings where convenience and portion control are key considerations. Their compact size also makes them ideal for impulse purchases and on-the-go consumption, contributing significantly to their dominance in the market.
The fastest growing segment in the Ice Cream Cups Market by distribution channel is foodservice. This segment includes establishments such as restaurants, cafes, ice cream parlors, and other food outlets that serve ice cream cups directly to consumers. The growth in the foodservice distribution channel is driven by increasing consumer preference for dining out experiences, the proliferation of dessert-focused establishments, and the rising popularity of gourmet and artisanal ice cream offerings. Foodservice outlets provide a platform for unique flavor combinations, premium ingredients, and innovative packaging formats, thereby enhancing the overall consumer experience. As the foodservice sector continues to evolve with changing consumer preferences and dining habits, it is expected to sustain robust growth in the ice cream cups market throughout the forecast period up to 2032.
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings Inc.
Bulla Dairy Foods Pty Ltd.
China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited
Friendly's Manufacturing and Retail, LLC
Häagen-Dazs Inc.
Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Company Limited
Lotte Corporation
Mario's Gelati Ltd.
Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd.
Unilever PLC
*- List Not Exhaustive
Chapter 1. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 2. Introduction to Ice Cream Cups Market
2.1. Market Overview
2.2. Key Statistics and Report Highlights
2.3. Scope of the Comprehensive Study
2.3.1. Market Definition
2.3.2 Countries and Regions Covered
2.3.3 Research Objective
2.3.4 Units, Currency, and Conversions
2.3.5 Industry Value Chain
2.4. Key Market Segments
2.5. Key Companies
2.6. Study Period
Chapter 3. Strategic Analysis Review
3.1. Ice Cream Cups Pricing Analysis and Forecast
3.2. Porter’s Five Forces
3.3. Market Ecosystem
3.4. SWOT Analysis
3.5. Regulatory Scenario
3.3. Effects of Inflation, Russia-Ukraine War, moderating economic growth, and other macroeconomic factors
Chapter 4. Competitive Landscape
4.1. Market Share Analysis
4.1.1. Global Ice Cream Cups Market Share by Company, 2023
4.1.2. Product Offerings of Leading Ice Cream Cups Companies
4.2. Market Entropy
4.2.1. New Product Launches in the Industry
4.2.2. Mergers, Acquisitions, Joint ventures, and Partnerships
4.3. Key Strategies and Best Practices
Chapter 5. Global Market Projections: Best, Reference, and Low Case Scenarios
5.1. Growth Analysis- Case Scenario Definitions
5.2. Low Growth Case Scenario Forecasts
5.3. Reference Growth Case Scenario Forecasts
5.4. High Growth Case Scenario Forecasts
Chapter 6. Market Dynamics
6.1. Ice Cream Cups Market Drivers
6.2. Ice Cream Cups Market Challenges
6.6. Ice Cream Cups Market Opportunities
6.4. Ice Cream Cups Market Trends
Chapter 7. Global Ice Cream Cups Market Outlook Trends
7.1. Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) and CAGR (%) by Type (2021-2032)
7.2. Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) and CAGR (%) by Application (2021-2032)
7.3. Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) and CAGR (%) by Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Chapter 8. Global Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.1. Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Regions (2021- 2032)
8.2. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Country (2021-2032)
8.2.1. United States Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.2.2. Canada Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.2.3. Mexico Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million), by Country (2021-2032)
8.3.1. Germany Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.2. France Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.3. United Kingdom Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.4. Spain Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.5. Italy Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.6. Russia Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.7. Rest of Europe Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Country (2021-2032)
8.4.1. China Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.2. Japan Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.3. India Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.4. South Korea Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.5. Australia Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.6. South East Asia Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.7. Rest of Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.5. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million), by Country (2021-2032)
8.5.1. Brazil Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.5.2. Argentina Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.5.3. Rest of South America Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.6. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Country (2021-2032)
8.6.1. Middle East Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.6.2. Africa Ice Cream Cups Regional Analysis and Outlook
Chapter 9. North America Ice Cream Cups Analysis and Outlook
9.1. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Segments (2021-2032)
9.1.1. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
9.1.2. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
9.1.3. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Chapter 10. Europe Ice Cream Cups Analysis and Outlook
10.1. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million), by Segments (USD Million) (2021-2032)
10.1.1. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
10.1.2. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
10.1.3. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Chapter 11. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Analysis and Outlook
11.1. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million), and Revenue (USD Million) by Segments (2021-2032)
11.1.1. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
11.1.2. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
11.1.3. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Chapter 12. South America Ice Cream Cups Analysis and Outlook
12.1. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million), by Segments (2021-2032)
12.1.1. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
12.1.2. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
12.1.3. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Chapter 13. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Analysis and Outlook
13.1. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million), by Segments (2021-2032)
13.1.1. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
13.1.2. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
13.1.3. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Chapter 14. Ice Cream Cups Company Profiles
14.1 Business Overview
14.2 Product Profiles
14.3 SWOT Profiles
14.5 Recent Developments
14.6 Financial Profile
List of Companies
Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings Inc.
Bulla Dairy Foods Pty Ltd.
China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited
Friendly's Manufacturing and Retail, LLC
Häagen-Dazs Inc.
Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Company Limited
Lotte Corporation
Mario's Gelati Ltd.
Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd.
Unilever PLC
15. Methodology and Data Sources
15.1 Customization Offerings
15.2 Subscription Services
15.3 Related Reports
15.4 Publisher Expertise
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Market Segmentation Analysis
Table 2 Global Ice Cream Cups Market Share of Leading Companies, 2023
Table 3 Product Offerings of Leading Companies
Table 4 Low Growth Scenario Forecasts
Table 5 Reference Case Growth Scenario
Table 6 High Growth Case Scenario
Table 7 Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) And CAGR (%) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 8 Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) And CAGR (%) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 9 Global Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) And CAGR (%) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 10 Global Ice Cream Cups Market Revenue (USD Million) By Regions (2021-2032)
Table 11 Global Ice Cream Cups Market Share (%) By Regions (2021-2032)
Table 12 North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 13 Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 14 Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 15 South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 16 Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Table 17 North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 18 North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 19 North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 20 Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 21 Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 22 Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 23 Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 24 Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 25 Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 26 South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 27 South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 28 South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 29 Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 30 Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 31 Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Market Scope
Figure 2. Pricing Forecasts Per Unit, 2023- 2032
Figure 3. Porter’s Five Forces
Figure 4. Global Ice Cream Cups Market Revenue (USD Million) By Regions (2021-2032)
Figure 5. Global Ice Cream Cups Market Share (%) By Regions (2023)
Figure 6. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 7. United States Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 8. Canada Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 9. Mexico Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 10. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 11. Germany Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 12. France Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 13. United Kingdom Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 14. Spain Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 15. Italy Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 16. Russia Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 17. Rest of Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 11. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 12. China Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 13. Japan Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 14. India Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 15. South Korea Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 16. Australia Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 17. South East Asia Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 18. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 19. Brazil Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 20. Argentina Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 21. Rest of Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 22. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 23. Saudi Arabia Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 24. The UAE Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 25. Rest of Middle East Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 26. South Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 27. Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 28. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 29. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 30. North America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 31. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 32. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 33. Europe Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 34. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 35. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 36. Asia Pacific Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 37. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 38. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 39. South America Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 40. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 41. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 42. Middle East and Africa Ice Cream Cups Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
By Cup Capacity
Up to 150 ml
150 to 350 ml
350 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml
By Distribution Channel
Foodservice
Retail
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
Global Ice Cream Cups Market Size is valued at $XX Million in 2024 and is forecast to register a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% to reach $XX Million by 2032.
Emerging Markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and Americas present robust growth prospects.
Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings Inc., Bulla Dairy Foods Pty Ltd., China Mengniu Dairy Company Limited, Friendly's Manufacturing and Retail, LLC, Häagen-Dazs Inc., Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Company Limited, Lotte Corporation, Mario's Gelati Ltd., Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd., Unilever PLC
Base Year- 2023; Estimated Year- 2024; Historic Period- 2018-2023; Forecast period- 2024 to 2032; Currency: Revenue (USD); Volume