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Business · Updated 6 Oct, 11:00 am IST

Premium staples brands in India push for household loyalty beyond trial

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Why it matters for readers: If you care about food quality, this explains why some brands cost more and the challenge they face in becoming regular buys.

  • Brands are pitching familiar staples made differently—freshly milled flour, cold‑pressed oil or traditionally made ghee—to justify a premium.1
  • Converting trial purchases into habitual brand loyalty is cited as the biggest growth challenge for these staples companies.1
  • Many of the startups have found customers through quick commerce and modern trade channels as they scale.1
  • These companies have attracted substantial investment to back their ambitions for wider household adoption.1

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