Central Asia: Market for Non-Mineral or Non-Aerated Waters 2024

Market Size for Non-Mineral or Non-Aerated Waters in Central Asia

After two years of decline, the Central Asian non-mineral or non-aerated water market increased by 39% to $X in 2021. The total consumption indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Production of Non-Mineral or Non-Aerated Waters in Central Asia

In value terms, non-mineral or non-aerated water production expanded rapidly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -13.4% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 66%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Non-Mineral or Non-Aerated Waters

Exports in Central Asia

Non-mineral or non-aerated water exports skyrocketed to X litres in 2021, increasing by 28% compared with 2020. In general, exports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 303%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, non-mineral or non-aerated water exports stood at $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 218%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Kazakhstan (X litres) represented roughly 98% of total exports in 2021.

Kazakhstan was also the fastest-growing in terms of the non-mineral or non-aerated waters exports, with a CAGR of +35.2% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of Kazakhstan (+16 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) also remains the largest non-mineral or non-aerated water supplier in Central Asia.

In Kazakhstan, non-mineral or non-aerated water exports increased at an average annual rate of +32.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Central Asia stood at $X per litre in 2021, which is down by -13.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the export price increased by 96%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per litre. From 2016 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Kazakhstan.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Kazakhstan amounted to -2.0% per year.

Imports of Non-Mineral or Non-Aerated Waters

Imports in Central Asia

In 2021, the amount of non-mineral or non-aerated waters imported in Central Asia soared to X litres, jumping by 99.9% on the previous year. In general, imports showed strong growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, non-mineral or non-aerated water imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a prominent increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Kazakhstan was the main importer of non-mineral or non-aerated waters in Central Asia, with the volume of imports amounting to X litres, which was approx. 72% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Kyrgyzstan (X litres), creating a 26% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to non-mineral or non-aerated water imports into Kazakhstan stood at +4.3%. At the same time, Kyrgyzstan (+57.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Kyrgyzstan emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Central Asia, with a CAGR of +57.7% from 2012-2021. While the share of Kyrgyzstan (+25 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Kazakhstan (-19.8 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported non-mineral or non-aerated waters in Central Asia, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kyrgyzstan ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

In Kazakhstan, non-mineral or non-aerated water imports expanded at an average annual rate of +8.1% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Central Asia stood at $X per litre in 2021, declining by -17.8% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.0%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per litre in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per litre), while Kyrgyzstan stood at $X per litre.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+3.6%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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