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Egypt: Chestnut Market 2025

Chestnut Market Size in Egypt

After two years of growth, the Egyptian chestnut market decreased by -35.4% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Chestnut Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, shipments abroad of chestnuts increased by 0.5% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after six years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 1,201%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chestnut exports reached $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 411%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Luxembourg (X tons) was the main destination for chestnut exports from Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Luxembourg totaled -11.4%.

In value terms, Luxembourg ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for chestnut exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Luxembourg stood at -5.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average chestnut export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 77%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Luxembourg amounted to +6.4% per year.

Chestnut Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, overseas purchases of chestnuts decreased by -25% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports showed a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 510% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 323%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of chestnut to Egypt, with a 93% share of total imports. Moreover, chestnut imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled -3.3%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Egypt, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 4.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled -6.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The average chestnut import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -22.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 72%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+4.8%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chestnuts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chestnut consumption, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of chestnuts in the world?

China remains the largest chestnut producing country worldwide, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chestnuts to Egypt?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Egypt, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 12% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chestnuts from Egypt?

In value terms, Luxembourg remains the key foreign market for chestnut exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for chestnuts in Egypt?

The average chestnut export price stood at $1,850 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chestnuts in Egypt?

The average chestnut import price stood at $1,693 per ton in 2021, surging by 2.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chestnut market in Egypt. 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 220 - Chestnuts

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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