The global whipped cream charger (commonly known as "cream whipper gas cartridges" or "nangs") market is forecasted to experience significant expansion over the next five years, driven by evolving consumer preferences, café culture proliferation, and innovative applications in foodservice and home kitchens. According to a comprehensive analysis by Market Research Future (MRFR), the sector is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8% from 2024 to 2029, with the market value expected to climb from 680 millionin 2023 to over 910 million by 2029. ? Key Growth Drivers Rising Café Culture & Gourmet Dessert Demand The global coffee shop industry, valued at $237 billion in 2023, continues to drive bulk purchases of cream chargers for latte art and specialty beverages. Emerging markets in Asia-Pacific (notably China, India, and Southeast Asia) are seeing a 12% annual increase in premium café openings, directly correlating with charger demand. Home Baking Boom Post-pandemic DIY culinary trends persist, with 43% of U.S. households now owning specialty kitchen gadgets. Compact cream whippers have become a staple for home dessert enthusiasts, with e-commerce sales of chargers jumping 28% YoY on platforms like Amazon and Alibaba. Innovative Product Diversification Manufacturers are expanding beyond traditional nitrous oxide (N2O) cartridges. Recent launches include: --Eco-friendly reusable steel cartridges. --Flavor-infused chargers (vanilla, chocolate, and alcohol-compatible variants) --Industrial-grade units for bubble tea shops and commercial bakeries ? Challenges & Opportunities While environmental concerns over single-use metal waste persist, industry leaders are responding. Nangstop recently unveiled a cartridge recycling program across 15 countries, while iSi Group’s R&D head, Dr. Elena Müller, notes: “Biodegradable PLA-based chargers entering pilot testing could revolutionize the sector’s eco-footprint by 2027.” ⚙️ Future Outlook The market’s trajectory may further accelerate as non-food applications emerge. Bartenders increasingly use chargers for rapid cocktail carbonation, and medical researchers explore miniature N2O units for portable pain management devices.
