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Chile: Hazelnut Market 2025

Hazelnut Market Size in Chile

The Chilean hazelnut market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a significant expansion. Hazelnut consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Hazelnut Production in Chile

In value terms, hazelnut production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 78% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of hazelnuts in Chile rose notably to X tons per ha in 2021, growing by 8.9% compared with the year before. Overall, the yield indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2021: its figure increased at an average annual rate of +8.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, hazelnut yield decreased by -7.6% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 50%. The hazelnut yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, the total area harvested in terms of hazelnuts production in Chile amounted to X ha, stabilizing at the year before. In general, the harvested area saw a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 86% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Hazelnut Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2021, shipments abroad of hazelnuts decreased by -31.3% to X tons, falling for the seventh year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 51%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hazelnut exports reduced dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a sharp downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 33%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) was the main destination for hazelnut exports from Chile, with a 66% share of total exports. Moreover, hazelnut exports to Brazil exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Brazil amounted to +8.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (+20.2% per year) and Spain (+20.1% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for hazelnut exports from Chile, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 14% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil totaled +10.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (+20.1% per year) and Spain (+16.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average hazelnut export price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 47%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+20.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hazelnuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of hazelnut consumption was Turkey, comprising approx. 66% of total volume. Moreover, hazelnut consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of hazelnuts in the world?

Turkey remains the largest hazelnut producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, hazelnut production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, sevenfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hazelnuts to Chile?

In value terms, Argentina constituted the largest supplier of hazelnut to Chile.

What are the leading importers of hazelnuts from Chile?

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for hazelnut exports from Chile.

What is the average export price for hazelnuts in Chile?

The average hazelnut export price stood at $3,932 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for hazelnuts in Chile?

In 2020, the average hazelnut import price amounted to $3,956 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hazelnut market in Chile. 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 225 - Hazelnuts (Filberts)

Country coverage:

Chile

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
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