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Italy - Stuffed Pasta And Couscous - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Nov 14, 2024

Italy's Exports of Stuffed Pasta and Couscous Soar to $1.1 Billion in 2023

Italy Stuffed Pasta and Couscous Exports

Stuffed pasta and couscous exports from Italy rose to 321K tons in 2023, increasing by 2.9% on 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% from 2015 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 8.8%. The exports peaked in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, stuffed pasta and couscous exports soared to $1.1B (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. In general, total exports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2015 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.0% over the last eight years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by +85.1% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 18%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2023 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.Italy Stuffed Pasta and Couscous Exports By Country (Million USD)

COUNTRYExport Value of Stuffed Pasta and Couscous in Italy (million USD)
201520162017201820192020202120222023
France112115124156166181200197224
United States62.963.569.692.7104130140146172
United Kingdom115114113124123132127127144
Germany91.091.688.5101101117117117136
Spain47.451.865.781.483.481.992.992.9110
Belgium22.123.525.030.030.732.734.033.040.3
Netherlands20.918.718.418.319.923.531.433.038.9
Others141152156178185207240237269
Total6136306607818129069829821,135

Exports by Country

France (69K tons), Germany (44K tons) and the UK (40K tons) were the main destinations of stuffed pasta and couscous exports from Italy, together accounting for 48% of total exports. the United States, Spain, the Netherlands and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

From 2015 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +10.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for stuffed pasta and couscous exported from Italy were France ($224M), the United States ($172M) and the UK ($144M), together comprising 48% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, the United States, with a CAGR of +13.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports by Type

Pasta stuffed with meat, fish and cheese (184K tons) was the largest type of stuffed pasta and couscous exported from Italy, with a 58% share of total exports. Moreover, pasta stuffed with meat, fish and cheese exceeded the volume of the second product type, dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products (88K tons), twofold.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of the volume of pasta stuffed with meat, fish and cheese exports amounted to +4.5%. With regard to the other exported products, the following average annual rates of growth were recorded: dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products (+1.5% per year) and couscous (+4.9% per year).

In value terms, pasta stuffed with meat, fish and cheese ($817M) remains the largest type of stuffed pasta and couscous exported from Italy, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products ($247M), with a 22% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of the value of pasta stuffed with meat, fish and cheese exports totaled +8.7%. With regard to the other exported products, the following average annual rates of growth were recorded: dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products (+5.8% per year) and couscous (+7.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the stuffed pasta and couscous price amounted to $3,540 per ton (FOB, Italy), rising by 12% against the previous year. Over the period from 2015 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.3%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were the United States ($4,331 per ton) and Belgium ($4,245 per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany ($3,055 per ton) and Poland ($3,110 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2015 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+6.2%), 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 pasta and couscous market in Italy. 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 10731200 - Couscous
  • Prodcom 10851410 - Cooked or uncooked pasta stuffed with meat, fish, cheese or other substances in any proportion
  • Prodcom 10851430 - Dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products (including prepared dishes) (excluding uncooked pasta, stuffed pasta)

Country coverage:

  • Italy

Data coverage:

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

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    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

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  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

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

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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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