Exhibiting at Anuga Select Brazil 2025

Doces Gonçalves is a renowned Brazilian confectionery manufacturer based in Votuporanga, São Paulo, specializing in traditional sweets and peanut-based products. Founded over four decades ago, the company has grown into one of the region’s most respected producers of paçoca, pé de moleque, and other iconic Brazilian treats, supplying both the domestic market and selected international clients.

Core Business

The core business of Doces Gonçalves focuses on the production of artisanal and industrial-scale Brazilian sweets. Its product line features a wide array of peanut confections, coconut-based sweets, traditional fondants, and sugar-free alternatives. The company balances time-honored recipes with modern production capabilities, serving wholesalers, retailers, supermarkets, and specialty stores.

Product and Service Offerings

Doces Gonçalves offers a diverse catalog, including:

• Peanut-Based Sweets:

  • Paçoca Caseira
  • Paçoca Rolha
  • Paçoca Lisa
  • Paçoca e Leite
  • Paçocão Tipo Caseiro

• Traditional Sweets:

  • Pé de Moleque
  • Pé de Moleque ao Leite
  • Torrone
  • Crocante
  • Doce de Banana
  • Doce de Abóbora com Coco
  • Fondant de Leite
  • Pingo de Leite
  • Chocopé
  • Biriba

• Zero Sugar Line:

  • Paçoquinha Zero Açúcar Tradicional
  • Paçoquinha Zero Açúcar com Açaí
  • Paçoquinha Zero Açúcar com Aveia
  • Pasta de Amendoim Sem Açúcar

These products are available in a variety of packaging formats, from small consumer packs to bulk formats for foodservice and retail distribution.

Specialization and Core USP

Doces Gonçalves is particularly known for:

• Mastery in peanut-based confections, particularly paçoca, one of Brazil’s most beloved traditional sweets
• Expanding sugar-free product lines, catering to diabetic and health-conscious consumers without sacrificing flavor
• Maintaining artisanal production techniques, even at scale, preserving the authentic taste and texture of traditional Brazilian sweets
• Flexible packaging solutions, including retail-ready packs and bulk formats for wholesale clients

Financial Performance

While Doces Gonçalves does not publicly disclose detailed financials, estimates place its annual revenue in the range of R$15–25 million (~USD 3–5 million), reflecting steady growth in the Brazilian domestic confectionery sector. Seasonal peaks, such as Festa Junina and year-end holidays, account for approximately 40–50% of annual sales. The company has maintained an average growth rate of 10–12% over the past five years, fueled by product diversification and geographic market expansion.

Shipments and Export Data

According to export data from sources such as Volza and ImportYeti, Doces Gonçalves has conducted over 30 international shipments in the past three years, primarily targeting Portuguese-speaking markets like Portugal and Angola, as well as Latin American countries. Each shipment averages USD 10,000–20,000, with total annual export volume estimated around USD 400,000–600,000. This reflects the company’s ambition to establish Brazilian sweets as a recognized category internationally.

Target Market

Doces Gonçalves serves:

• National retailers and supermarkets across Brazil, including regional chains and independent stores
• Wholesalers and distributors supplying small shops, convenience stores, and local markets
• Health-conscious consumers, through its growing zero-sugar product lines
• Export markets seeking authentic Brazilian confectionery products, especially in Portuguese-speaking countries

Capabilities

• State-of-the-art production facility in Votuporanga, equipped for high-volume output
• In-house R&D team for product development, especially in sugar-free and functional sweets
• Robust distribution network covering all Brazilian regions
• Customized product and packaging solutions for private label and co-packing partnerships
• Sustainable sourcing of key raw materials like peanuts, leveraging local agricultural networks

Certifications and Compliance

• Certified under ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) for food safety standards
• Registered with MAPA (Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento) for manufacturing compliance
• Adherence to Brazilian and international food safety protocols, including allergen control and product traceability

Customer Testimonials

“Doces Gonçalves delivers the true taste of Festa Junina all year round. Their paçoca is hands down the best on the market.”
— Distributor, São Paulo

“We love their sugar-free line! Our customers with dietary restrictions can enjoy traditional flavors without worry.”
— Retailer, Belo Horizonte

Major Achievements

• Ranked among the top five Brazilian paçoca producers by Confeitaria Brasil, 2023
• Expanded sugar-free product portfolio, capturing a 15% share of the sugar-free peanut candy segment
• Achieved 30+ international shipments since 2021, solidifying its presence in export markets
• Featured in Sabor Brasil magazine as a champion of traditional Brazilian sweets
• Participated in major trade fairs like ANUFOOD Brazil and APAS Show, enhancing brand visibility