Australia Chewing Gum Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

Australia Chewing Gum Market Outlook

The Australia chewing gum market size reached USD 217.9 million in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.1% between 2025 and 2034, reaching USD 262.8 million by 2034.

Key Takeaways:

• As per USDA, the Australia's food, beverage, and grocery industries make up about a third of the nation's manufacturing.

• The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's 2022 report noted that 1.3 million Australians, 5.3% of the populace, had diabetes.

• UNICEF reported 5,709,124 Australians under 18 in 2023, boosting the Australia chewing gum market growth.

Pellets contribute to the growth of the Australia chewing gum market by offering pre-measured portions, allowing consumers to regulate their consumption

This appeals especially to those managing gum intake for dental or sugar-related reasons. Pellets, featuring pre-measured portions, attract those monitoring gum intake. Convenient and portable, they arrive in resealable packs, offering flavour variety for easy, on-the-go enjoyment. Maintaining freshness through individual wrapping ensures flavour until consumption.

Sticks/tabs, with nostalgic charm, appeal to fans of traditional gum. Offering extended chew times, they prove cost-effective with larger sizes. Some present eco-friendly packaging, appealing to the environmentally conscious. Their substantial size guarantees a satisfying chewing experience. The market witnesses numerous new product launches.

In April 2022, Mars Wrigley Australia unveiled two novel products – ECLIPSE PLUS and EXTRA WHITE – driving gum and mint innovation. Created by the Asquith-based R&D team, these additions reimagined classic mint and gum, promising freshness, and confidence. ECLIPSE PLUS, in 'Comfort' and 'Release' flavours, expertly combines familiar tastes for consumer delight.

Market Segmentation

Australia Chewing Gum Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• Sugar-Free Chewing Gums
  • Unflavoured 
  • Flavoured
• Sugared Chewing Gums
  • Unflavoured 
  • Flavoured

Market Breakup by Product Type

• Pellets

• Sticks/Tabs

• Liquid Filled Gums

• Others

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

• Convenience Stores

• Online

• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• New South Wales

• Victoria

• Queensland

• Australian Capital Territory

• Western Australia

• Others

The Australia chewing gum market key players are Mars, Ferrero International S.A., Perfetti Van Melle Group B.V, Honest Gum, and Ferndale Foods Australia among others.

Key Highlights of the Report