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Germany - Dog And Cat Food - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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May 28, 2024

Germany Sees Significant Increase in Dog and Cat Food Exports, Reaching $3.4B in 2023

Germany Dog And Cat Food Exports

In 2023, shipments abroad of dog and cat food decreased by -2.1% to 1.1M tons, falling for the second year in a row after nine years of growth. Over the period under review, total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2013 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports decreased by -2.6% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 13%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 1.1M tons; afterwards, it flattened through to 2023.

In value terms, dog and cat food exports soared to $3.4B (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 24%. The exports peaked in 2023 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.Germany Dog And Cat Food Exports By Country (Million USD)

COUNTRYExport Value of Dog And Cat Food in Germany (million USD)
20132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Poland64.096.0108143174227280372538584734
Austria152203180187207206205239270262310
France129177157171172167169199264249288
United Kingdom93.2113109128148150164207200218275
Czech Republic32.836.231.139.857.363.573.494.6112145202
Italy94.5131114115125143154163195172194
Netherlands78.485.374.690.097.811193.6109149134174
Switzerland78.986.477.375.490.1108115146170164154
Others4294974314615335875656888489041,027
Total1,1521,4261,2821,4091,6041,7631,8192,2162,7452,8333,357

Exports by Country

Poland (225K tons), France (113K tons) and Austria (100K tons) were the main destinations of dog and cat food exports from Germany, together comprising 40% of total exports.

From 2013 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +20.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Poland ($734M) remains the key foreign market for dog and cat food exports from Germany, comprising 22% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($310M), with a 9.2% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with an 8.6% share.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Poland stood at +27.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Austria (+7.4% per year) and France (+8.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the dog and cat food price amounted to $3,027 per ton (FOB, Germany), growing by 21% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a measured expansion from 2013 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, dog and cat food export price increased by +72.4% against 2015 indices. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($4,017 per ton), while the average price for exports to Romania ($1,766 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Czech Republic (+6.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dog and cat food in Germany. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 10921030 - Dog or cat food, p.r.s.

Country coverage:

  • Germany

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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