Hong Kong SAR, China: Eggplant Market 2025

Eggplant Market Size in Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2022, the Hong Kong eggplant market decreased by -7.3% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, the total consumption indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -25.1% against 2020 indices. Eggplant consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Eggplant Production in Hong Kong SAR, China

In value terms, eggplant production rose remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 185% against the previous year. Eggplant production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of eggplants (aubergines) in Hong Kong SAR reduced to X tons per ha in 2022, leveling off at 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 2.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average eggplant yield hit record highs at X tons per ha in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, 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 2022, approx. X ha of eggplants (aubergines) were harvested in Hong Kong SAR; stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the harvested area increased by 6.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to eggplant production attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Eggplant Exports

Exports from Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2022, approx. X kg of eggplants (aubergines) were exported from Hong Kong SAR; picking up by 114% on 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 132% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, eggplant exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 193%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Macao SAR (X kg) was the main destination for eggplant exports from Hong Kong SAR, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Macao SAR amounted to +26.5%.

In value terms, Macao SAR ($X) also remains the key foreign market for eggplants (aubergines) exports from Hong Kong SAR.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Macao SAR stood at +37.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average eggplant export price amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 186% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, 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 Macao SAR.

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Azerbaijan amounted to +51.5% per year.

Eggplant Imports

Imports into Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2022, eggplant imports into Hong Kong SAR reached X tons, approximately reflecting the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 180%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, eggplant imports dropped notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 71%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of eggplant to Hong Kong SAR, with a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, eggplant imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Thailand (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by the Netherlands (X tons), with a 1.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to -2.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+9.1% per year) and the Netherlands (+51.1% per year).

In value terms, Thailand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of eggplants (aubergines) to Hong Kong SAR, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Thailand amounted to +5.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-1.8% per year) and Japan (+14.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average eggplant import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -19.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 211% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices remained 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 Japan ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+2.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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