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Ecuador: Dried Prune Market 2025

Dried Prune Market Size in Ecuador

In 2022, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in the Ecuadorian dried prune market, when its value decreased by -6.6% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw a mild shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Dried Prune Production in Ecuador

In value terms, dried prune production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Dried Prune Exports

Exports from Ecuador

After five years of growth, overseas shipments of dried prunes decreased by -49.8% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 23,283%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then dropped notably in the following year.

In value terms, dried prune exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 30,686% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for dried prune exports from Ecuador, accounting for a approx. 98% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States amounted to +117.5%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for dried prunes exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States stood at +90.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average dried prune export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a pronounced setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Panama amounted to +165.2% per year.

Dried Prune Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2022, dried prune imports into Ecuador expanded slightly to X tons, surging by 2.6% on 2021 figures. In general, total imports indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -3.6% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 68%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dried prune imports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 83%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Chile (X tons) constituted the largest dried prune supplier to Ecuador, with a 87% share of total imports. Moreover, dried prune imports from Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Argentina (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Chile amounted to +1.9%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dried prunes to Ecuador, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Argentina ($X), with an 8.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Chile stood at +5.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The average dried prune import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -24.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a notable expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 92% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+3.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of dried prune consumption was China, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, dried prune consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 2.8% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of dried prune production, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, dried prune production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 3.5% share.
In value terms, Chile constituted the largest supplier of dried prune to Ecuador, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Argentina, with a 14% share of total imports.
In value terms, the largest markets for dried prune exported from Ecuador were the United States $69) and Panama $60).
The average dried prune export price stood at $3,175 per ton in 2020, approximately mirroring the previous year.
The average dried prune import price stood at $1,976 per ton in 2020, surging by 3.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the dried prune market in Ecuador. 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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    • Ecuador

    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    1. 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
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    2. 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. 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

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      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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 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

    12. 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. 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, 2012–2024
      22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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