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Egypt: Chewing Gum Market 2025

Chewing Gum Market Size in Egypt

In 2021, the Egyptian chewing gum market increased by 12% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a abrupt downturn. Chewing gum consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Chewing Gum Production in Egypt

In value terms, chewing gum production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 56% against the previous year. Chewing gum production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Chewing Gum Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, overseas shipments of chewing gum increased by 25% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, recorded a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 49%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chewing gum exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a mild downturn. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sudan (X tons), Morocco (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main destinations of chewing gum exports from Egypt, together accounting for 75% of total exports. These countries were followed by Yemen, Libya, Cameroon, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and Nigeria, which together accounted for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Libya (with a CAGR of +8.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for chewing gum exported from Egypt were Sudan ($X), Morocco ($X) and South Africa ($X), together accounting for 86% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, South Africa, with a CAGR of +9.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average chewing gum export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a buoyant expansion. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Lebanon ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Libya ($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 Nigeria (+19.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chewing Gum Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, chewing gum imports into Egypt declined dramatically to X tons, with a decrease of -61.4% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 141% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, chewing gum imports contracted notably to $X in 2021. In general, imports faced a dramatic descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 260%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Kenya (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main suppliers of chewing gum imports to Egypt, with a combined 78% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Kenya (with a CAGR of -3.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest chewing gum suppliers to Egypt were Kenya ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X), together accounting for 78% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Kenya, with a CAGR of +25.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average chewing gum import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 94% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kenya (+30.1%), 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 chewing gum in the world?

China remains the largest chewing gum consuming country worldwide, accounting for 15% of total volume. Moreover, chewing gum consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.9% share.

What are the largest producers of chewing gum in the world?

China remains the largest chewing gum producing country worldwide, accounting for 19% of total volume. Moreover, chewing gum production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chewing gum to Egypt?

In value terms, Kenya, Saudi Arabia and Turkey appeared to be the largest chewing gum suppliers to Egypt, together accounting for 89% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chewing gum from Egypt?

In value terms, Sudan emerged as the key foreign market for chewing gum exports from Egypt, comprising 45% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by South Africa, with an 8.5% share.

What is the average export price for chewing gum in Egypt?

The average chewing gum export price stood at $3,950 per ton in 2020, growing by 3.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chewing gum in Egypt?

In 2020, the average chewing gum import price amounted to $4,404 per ton, surging by 39% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chewing gum 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:

Prodcom 10822310 - Chewing gum

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
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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 2012–2024
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. 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