Plant-based snacks and new twists on Asian cuisine are among the top trends heading into 2020, according to Comax Flavors’ annual forecast. According to Innova Market Insights, there was a 17% increase in the growth of snacks with a health claim in launches between 2013 and 2017 and a 22% rise in those with a nutritious claim. Launches with plant-based ingredients grew at a 44% CAGR during the period. Furthermore, 80% of consumers are willing to pay more for snacks with health attributes, according to the Hartman Group’s The Future of Snacking Study.
Comax: look for plant-based snacks and new twists on Asian cuisine in ’20
