China - Soft Drinks - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Soft Drink Prices in China

China Soft Drink Import Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the soft drink price stood at $1.9 per litre (CIF, China), growing by 13% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Australia ($3.2 per litre), while the price for Hong Kong SAR ($655 per thousand litres) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+5.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

China Soft Drink Import Prices by Type

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplied products. In September 2022, the product with the highest price was non-alcoholic beverages, not containing milk ($2.2 per litre), while the price for sugary soft drinks totaled $1.1 per litre.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by sugary soft drink (+0.9%).

China Soft Drink Imports

Soft drink imports into China reached 41M litres in September 2022, approximately reflecting the month before. The total import volume increased at an average monthly rate of +3.2% over the period from January 2022 to September 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2022 when imports increased by 26% against the previous month. Imports peaked at 44M litres in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to September 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, soft drink imports amounted to $79M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. The total import value increased at an average monthly rate of +3.5% over the period from January 2022 to September 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain months. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 41% month-to-month. Imports peaked in September 2022.

China Soft Drink Imports by Type

In September 2022, non-alcoholic beverages, not containing milk (30M litres) constituted the largest type of soft drink supplied to China, accounting for a 74% share of total imports. Moreover, non-alcoholic beverages, not containing milk exceeded the figures recorded for the second-largest type, sugary soft drinks (11M litres), threefold.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of import of non-alcoholic beverages, not containing milk amounted to +2.3%.

In value terms, non-alcoholic beverages, not containing milk ($67M) constituted the largest type of soft drink supplied to China, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by sugary soft drinks ($12M), with a 15% share of total imports.

China Soft Drink Imports by Country

Thailand (10M litres), South Korea (6.9M litres) and Singapore (4.6M litres) were the main suppliers of soft drink imports to China, with a combined 53% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Japan, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan (Chinese), France, Vietnam, Australia, the Netherlands, Malaysia and Sweden, which together accounted for a further 36%.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the biggest increases were in Japan (with a CAGR of +19.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($12M), Thailand ($9.6M) and Japan ($9.3M) were the largest soft drink suppliers to China, with a combined 39% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Thailand, with a CAGR of +11.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the soft drink market in China. 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 11071930 - Waters, with added sugar, other sweetening matter or flavoured, i.e. soft drinks (including mineral and aerated)
  • Prodcom 11071950 - z Non-alcoholic beverages not containing milk fat (excluding sweetened or unsweetened mineral, aerated or flavoured waters)
  • Prodcom 11071970 - Non-alcoholic beverages containing milk fat
  • Prodcom 110000Z1 - Non-alcoholic beverages, not containing milk, milk products and fats derived therefrom (excl. water, fruit or vegetable juices)
  • Prodcom 11051010 - Non-alcoholic beer and beer containing . 0.5% alcohol

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Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
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    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
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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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    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 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    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 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    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, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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