Benelux: Candied Fruit Market 2024

Candied Fruit Market Size in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux candied fruit market decreased by -2.3% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. The total consumption indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -13.1% against 2019 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Candied Fruit Production in Benelux

In value terms, candied fruit production rose modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -4.2% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 18%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

The country with the largest volume of candied fruit production was the Netherlands (X tons), accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, candied fruit production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium (X tons), fourfold.

In the Netherlands, candied fruit production increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012-2021.

Candied Fruit Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, overseas shipments of candied fruits increased by 19% to X tons, rising for the fifth consecutive year after two years of decline. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, candied fruit exports soared to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands dominates exports structure, reaching X tons, which was approx. 94% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), achieving a 6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to candied fruit exports from the Netherlands stood at +1.6%. At the same time, Belgium (+7.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Benelux, with a CAGR of +7.3% from 2012-2021. Belgium (+2.3 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the Netherlands saw its share reduced by -2.3% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest candied fruit supplier in Benelux, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands totaled +1.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 3.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the export price increased by 18%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+0.1%).

Candied Fruit Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, purchases abroad of candied fruits increased by 5.1% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 32%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, candied fruit imports rose sharply to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) dominates imports structure, together achieving 97% of total imports. Luxembourg (X tons) held a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +9.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X), Belgium ($X) and Luxembourg ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 99.9% share of total imports.

Luxembourg, with a CAGR of +3.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, rising by 5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a slight contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 10%. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($X per ton), while Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (+7.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform