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Brazil: Lactose Market 2024

Lactose Market Size in Brazil

In 2022, the Brazilian lactose market increased by 2.3% to $X, rising for the sixth year in a row after four years of decline. In general, consumption showed a perceptible curtailment. Lactose consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lactose Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2022, approx. X tons of lactose and lactose syrup were exported from Brazil; which is down by -17.9% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 7,798% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lactose exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed measured growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 3,781%. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uruguay (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Cyprus (X tons) were the main destinations of lactose exports from Brazil, together comprising 63% of total exports. Greece, Argentina, South Korea, Panama, Liberia, Marshall Islands, Japan and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of +213.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Uruguay ($X), Argentina ($X) and Chile ($X) were the largest markets for lactose exported from Brazil worldwide, with a combined 80% share of total exports. South Korea, Greece, Liberia, Marshall Islands, Cyprus, Panama, Japan and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +655.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among 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

In 2022, the average lactose export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -30.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 616%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 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 Argentina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Cyprus ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+140.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lactose Imports

Imports into Brazil

After three years of growth, overseas purchases of lactose and lactose syrup decreased by -10.7% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 20%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lactose imports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 31%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of lactose imports to Brazil, with a combined 76% share of total imports. Denmark, New Zealand, Australia, France and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Denmark (with a CAGR of +390.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest lactose suppliers to Brazil were the United States ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 76% of total imports. New Zealand, Denmark, Australia, France and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

Australia, with a CAGR of +352.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers 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 lactose import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate 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 country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+5.2%), 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 lactose and lactose syrup in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of lactose consumption, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, lactose consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.5% share.

What are the largest producers of lactose and lactose syrup in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Germany, together accounting for 57% of global production. These countries were followed by India, Russia, the Netherlands, Turkey, France, the UK, Italy and Canada, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of lactose and lactose syrup to Brazil?

In value terms, the largest lactose suppliers to Brazil were the Netherlands, the United States and Germany, with a combined 78% share of total imports. New Zealand, Denmark, South Korea and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What are the leading importers of lactose and lactose syrup from Brazil?

In value terms, Uruguay remains the key foreign market for lactose exports from Brazil, comprising 13% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Greece $695), with a 0.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Panama, with a 0.2% share.

What is the average export price for lactose and lactose syrup in Brazil?

In 2021, the average lactose export price amounted to $3,623 per ton, declining by -19.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lactose and lactose syrup in Brazil?

In 2021, the average lactose import price amounted to $1,677 per ton, growing by 7.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lactose 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10515400 - Lactose and lactose syrup (including chemically pure lactose)

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 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
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