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Argentina: Virgin Olive Oil Market 2025

Virgin Olive Oil Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian virgin olive oil market surged to $X in 2022, rising by 19% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt slump. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Virgin Olive Oil Production in Argentina

In value terms, virgin olive oil production declined slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a mild slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 35% against the previous year. Virgin olive oil production peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Virgin Olive Oil Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, the amount of virgin olive oil exported from Argentina expanded modestly to X tons, growing by 2% compared with the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 173%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, virgin olive oil exports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 176% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of virgin olive oil exports from Argentina, with a combined 94% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +10.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($X), the United States ($X) and Spain ($X) were the largest markets for virgin olive oil exported from Argentina worldwide, with a combined 94% share of total exports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +13.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average virgin olive oil export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 6.8% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 38% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Brazil ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($X per ton) and Chile ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Chile (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Virgin Olive Oil Imports

Imports into Argentina

For the third consecutive year, Argentina recorded growth in purchases abroad of virgin olive oil, which increased by 136% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 1,059% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, virgin olive oil imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 588% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Chile (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Tunisia (X tons) were the main suppliers of virgin olive oil imports to Argentina, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Chile (with a CAGR of +422.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest virgin olive oil suppliers to Argentina were Chile ($X), Spain ($X) and Tunisia ($X), with a combined 96% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Chile, with a CAGR of +434.2%, 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.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average virgin olive oil import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 16% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 40%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+3.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for virgin olive oil in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of virgin olive oil consumption in 2021 were Italy, Spain and the United States, together accounting for 41% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Morocco, Turkey, Greece, France, Tunisia, Syrian Arab Republic, Algeria, Portugal, Brazil and Germany, which together accounted for a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of virgin olive oil in the world?

Spain remains the largest virgin olive oil producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, virgin olive oil production in Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Tunisia, threefold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of virgin olive oil to Argentina?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of virgin olive oil to Argentina, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 10% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of virgin olive oil from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for virgin olive oil exported from Argentina were Brazil, the United States and Spain, together comprising 93% of total exports.

What is the average export price for virgin olive oil in Argentina?

The average virgin olive oil export price stood at $2,872 per ton in 2021, surging by 5.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for virgin olive oil in Argentina?

The average virgin olive oil import price stood at $4,804 per ton in 2021, rising by 93% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the virgin olive oil market in Argentina. 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:

FCL 261 - Oil of Olives, Virgin

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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