United Kingdom

PET jars, which have long since become the main pack type in this category, continued to gain share in nut- and seed-based spreads in 2023. PET jars are valued for their shatterproof and non-reactive properties, ensuring the safety of the contents.…

In recent times, sweet spreads in the UK has experienced challenges including inflation and soaring prices. The ongoing war in Ukraine has had a particularly noteworthy impact on the category. Chocolate spreads and peanut butter, which heavily rely…

Sweet biscuits, fruit snacks and snack bars in the UK was among the snack categories to experience the strongest inflationary pressures in 2023. Adding to the already inflated economy from the previous year, the category experienced another year of…

Recycling, and reducing food waste and plastics are all top priorities amongst British consumers, which has led to a large percentage being Zero Wasters. However, many are despondent given that two thirds worry about climate change, whilst less than…

The pandemic increased consumers’ hygiene awareness, leading to a surge in sales of surface care in 2020, when COVID-19 first emerged. Demand for surface care has continued to be strong since, with 2023 seeing higher sales than pre-pandemic levels,…