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2025 U.S. Industry Statistics & Market Forecast - Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans


Market Size & Industry Statistics

The total U.S. industry market size for Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans: Industry statistics cover all companies in the United States, both public and private, ranging in size from small businesses to market leaders. In addition to revenue, the industry market analysis shows information on employees, companies, and average firm size.

Investors, banks, and business executives use growth rates and industry trends to understand the market outlook and opportunity.

Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans market size 2025
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Statistics        2020        2021        2022        2023        2024
Market Size
(Total Sales/Revenue)


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Total Firms
Total Employees
Average Revenue Per Firm
Average Employees Per Firm
Average Revenue Per Employee
Statistics Source: U.S. Census, AnythingResearch Analysis of Federal Data



Market Forecast

Market forecasts show the long term industry outlook and future growth trends. The following extended five-year forecast projects both short-term and long-term trends.



Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans market forecast 2024-2028


Forecast / Industry Outlook 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Market Forecast ($ millions)
Projected Industry Growth Rate (%)
Source: AnythingResearch Economic Analysis

Industry Insights

Major trends affect the Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans industry include:
  1. Increased demand for dark and premium chocolates
  2. Rising consumer interest in organic and fair-trade products
  3. Growing awareness of sustainable cocoa farming practices
  4. Health-conscious consumers driving demand for sugar-free and low-sugar options
  5. Innovation in flavors and artisanal products
  6. Expansion in vegan and plant-based offerings
  7. Shift towards direct-to-consumer sales channels through e-commerce
  8. Impact of climate change on cocoa production areas
  9. Fluctuations in global cocoa prices
  10. Stringent regulations and certification requirements for food safety and quality


U.S. Geographic Distribution: Revenue Statistics by State

Market Size by State ($ millions) indicates how the industry's competition is distributed throughout the country. State-level information can identify areas with higher and lower industry market share than average.

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Income Statement (Average Financial Metrics)

Financial metrics provide a snapshot view of a benchmark "average" company. Key business metrics show revenue and operating costs. The data collected covers both public and private companies.

Industry Average Percent of Sales
(Industry Benchmark)
Total Revenue

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Operating Revenue
Cost of Goods Sold
Gross Profit

Operating Expenses
Pension, profit sharing plans, stock, annuity
Repairs
Rent paid on business property
Charitable Contributions
Depletion
Domestic production activities deduction
Advertising
Compensation of officers
Salaries and wages
Employee benefit programs
Taxes and Licenses
Bad Debts
Depreciation
Amortization
Other Operating Expenses
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
Non-Operating Income
EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes)
Interest Expense
Earnings Before Taxes
Income Tax
Net Profit
Net Income
 
Source: AnythingResearch Analysis of U.S. federal statistics




Financial Ratio Analysis

Financial ratio information can be used to benchmark how a Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans company compares to its peers. Accounting statistics are calculated from the industry-average for income statements and balance sheets.

Profitability & Valuation RatiosIndustry Average
Company valuation can be measured based on the firm's own performance, as well as in comparison against its industry competitors. These metrics show how the average company in the Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans industry is performing.
Profit Margin
Gross Profit Margin, Operating Profit Margin, and Net Profit Margin. Show company earnings relative to revenues.
Return on Equity (ROE)
Return on Equity (ROE) is net income as a percentage of shareholders' equity. Shareholders' Equity is defined as the company's total assets minus total liabilities. ROE shows how much profits a company generates with the money shareholders invested (or with retained earnings).
Return on Assets (ROA)
Return on Assets (ROA) is net income relative to total assets. The market research on Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans measures how efficiently the company leverages its assets to generate profit. ROA is calculated as Net Income divided by Total Assets.


Liquidity RatiosIndustry Average
Bankers and suppliers use liquidity to determine creditworthiness and identify potential threats to a company's financial viability.
Current Ratio
Measures a firm's ability to pay its debts over the next 12 months.
Quick Ratio (Acid Test)
Calculates liquid assets relative to liabilities, excluding inventories.


Efficiency Ratios - Key Performance IndicatorsIndustry Average
Measure how quickly products and services sell, and effectively collections policies are implemented.
Receivables Turnover Ratio
If this number is low in your business when compared to the industry average in the research report, it may mean your payment terms are too lenient or that you are not doing a good enough job on collections.
Average Collection Period
Based on the Receivables Turnover, this estimates the collection period in days. Calculated as 365 divided by the Receivables Turnover
Inventory Turnover
A low turnover rate may point to overstocking, obsolescence, or deficiencies in the product line or marketing effort.
Fixed-Asset Turnover
Generally, higher is better, since it indicates the business has less money tied up in fixed assets for each dollar of sales revenue.



Compensation & Salary Surveys for Employees

Compensation statistics provides an accurate assessment of industry-specific jobs and national salary averages. This information can be used to identify which positions are most common, and high, low, and average annual wages.

TitlePercent of WorkforceBottom Quartile Average (Median) SalaryUpper Quartile
Management Occupations 5%

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Chief Executives0%
General and Operations Managers2%
Sales and Related Occupations 15%
Retail Sales Workers 13%
Retail Salespersons 10%
Retail Salespersons 10%
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 6%
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations 6%
Production Occupations 41%
Food Processing Workers 24%
Miscellaneous Food Processing Workers 23%
Food Batchmakers 19%
Other Production Occupations 12%
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders 7%
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders 7%
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 15%
Material Moving Workers 13%
Laborers and Material Movers 12%
Packers and Packagers, Hand 6%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics


Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans Competitor Landscape & Key Companies [PREMIUM]

The most influential companies in the Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans industry and adjacent industries either have large market share or are developing new business models and methods that could disrupt the status quo. We look at leading and emerging companies in the Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans industry and adjacent sectors:

Market Leaders:
Direct Competitors

Companies with the largest market share, focused in this industry
Market leaders:
Diversified Competitors

Largest companies that have diversified operations in this and other industries
Innovators:
Direct Competitors

Innovative, Emerging, and Disruptive Companies that may influence the future direction of the industry.
Innovators:
Diversified Competitors

Innovators and Disruptors in adjacent industries that may also affect the Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing from Cacao Beans industry.
Source:
IncFact


Latest Industry News

  • Perry, other Pa. GOP House members ask Trump to halt cocoa import tariffs - Perry said "confectioners of all sizes are under significant threat if we don’t revise the looming tariffs on our chocolate manufacturing industry." (07/08/2025)
  • Celebrate World Chocolate Day on July 7 with Sweet Facts, Deals and Recipes - July 7, long believed to mark cacao’s first arrival in Europe, has become World Chocolate Day, a moment to salute the bean that has traveled from Mesoamerican rituals to modern candy aisles and our everyday lives. (07/07/2025)
  • Breaking the mould: a Win-Win solution to chocolate’s cocoa crisis - Rather than displacing cocoa farming, Win-Win is responding to a widening supply–demand gap. Pak believes innovations like theirs can provide pressure relief for a system under strain, while sparking bigger conversations about equity, sustainability and value distribution. (07/07/2025)
  • Mozimo Chocolates: Punjab’s Bean-To-Bar Artisanal Chocolate - If you have grown up watching Disney movies, you must’ve wanted to be present in the chocolate land. Well, to experience how the treats you casually bite are made from cocoa beans, Chandigarh has its own chocolate factory. (07/07/2025)
  • Nationwide cocoa shortage impacting chocolate prices - "Cocoa isn't exempt from issues affecting manufacturers and tariffs because we don't grow any cocoa domestically," Baker said. "It means 100% of U.S. cocoa is imported and all imported commodities are facing tariffs, frankly, at different levels." (07/05/2025)
  • Can chocolate substitutes step in as cocoa prices soar? - As Hershey and other confectionery giants continue to navigate higher costs, startups and ingredient suppliers are looking to scale alternative options to help manage the volatility. (07/03/2025)
  • Nationwide cocoa shortage impacting chocolate manufacturer in Nebraska - BAKERS CHOCOLATES FOLLOW A LONG ROAD MELTED DOWN AND MIXED WITH COCOA BUTTER, SLIDING ACROSS A CONVEYOR BELT, CHOPPED APART AND NESTLED INTO THE COLORED WRAPPERS FAMILIAR TO MANY OF US. BUT THE JOURNEY REALLY BEGINS NEAR THE EQUATOR. (07/01/2025)
  • Transforming waste coffee husk into chocolate - One Brazilian startup has found a way to repurpose coffee husk into chocolate, addressing key concerns across both supply chains. (06/25/2025)
  • The Sweet Life: A History of Candy Making in Brooklyn - Candy factories in Brooklyn were scattered across many neighborhoods, but the largest concentration was in Wallabout. The neighborhood’s proximity to the East River and shipping and other transportation venues drew many industries to the area. Candy production existed alongside bakeries, cold storage food warehouses, and wholesale food packaging and grocery businesses. By the end of the 19th ... (06/18/2025)
  • Topvalu 'Chocolate?', which reproduces chocolate with sunflower seeds without using cocoa beans, tried to see if it really tastes like chocolate - GIGAZINE?????? - WITH BISCUIT ,' which uses a chocolate substitute made from sunflower seeds instead of cocoa beans, was released at Aeon and other stores nationwide on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (06/17/2025)




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