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Brazil: Kola Nut Market 2025

Kola Nut Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian kola nut market soared to $X in 2022, picking up by 53% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Kola Nut Production in Brazil

In value terms, kola nut production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -2.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 34% against the previous year. Kola nut production peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of kola nuts in Brazil stood at less than X kg per ha in 2022, standing approx. at 2021. Over the period under review, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of kola nuts production in Brazil totaled less than X ha, stabilizing at 2021. Over the period under review, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Kola Nut Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2022, approx. X tons of kola nuts were exported from Brazil; shrinking by -58.4% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 711%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, kola nut exports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 490% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main destinations of kola nut exports from Brazil. Moreover, kola nut exports in Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, the United States, twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for kola nuts exports from Brazil, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 20% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States totaled -12.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average kola nut export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -34.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a slight increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 51%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+10.7%).

Kola Nut Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2022, imports of kola nuts into Brazil dropped remarkably to X tons, waning by -22.1% against 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 488%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kola nut imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 500%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Nigeria (X tons) was the main supplier of kola nut to Brazil, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Nigeria totaled +64.0%.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of kola nuts to Brazil.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Nigeria totaled +67.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average kola nut import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 28% against the previous year. Over the period from 2015 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 35%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Nigeria.

From 2015 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Nigeria amounted to +2.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kola nuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of kola nut consumption was Nigeria, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, kola nut consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Cote d'Ivoire, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Cameroon, with a 15% share.

What are the largest producers of kola nuts in the world?

Nigeria remains the largest kola nut producing country worldwide, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, kola nut production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Cote d'Ivoire, threefold. Cameroon ranked third in terms of total production with a 15% share.

What are the leading suppliers of kola nuts to Brazil?

In value terms, Nigeria constituted the largest supplier of kola nut to Brazil.

What are the leading importers of kola nuts from Brazil?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for kola nut exports from Brazil.

What is the average export price for kola nuts in Brazil?

The average kola nut export price stood at $6,742 per ton in 2020, picking up by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kola nuts in Brazil?

In 2020, the average kola nut import price amounted to $4,358 per ton, growing by 76% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kola nut market in Brazil. 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.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024