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Hungary - Snails (Except Sea Snails) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Hungary: Snail Market 2025

Snail Market Size in Hungary

The Hungarian snail market soared to $X in 2022, growing by 16% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a perceptible reduction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Snail Production in Hungary

In value terms, snail production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a noticeable shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 54%. Snail production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Snail Exports

Exports from Hungary

In 2022, the amount of snails (except sea snails) exported from Hungary stood at X tons, increasing by 1.7% on the year before. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 6.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, snail exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 97% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X tons) was the main destination for snail exports from Hungary, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France was relatively modest.

In value terms, France ($X) also remains the key foreign market for snails (except sea snails) exports from Hungary.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to France stood at -3.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average snail export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 14% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, snail export price decreased by -10.9% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 85% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bosnia and Herzegovina amounted to +16.5% per year.

Snail Imports

Imports into Hungary

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in overseas purchases of snails (except sea snails), when their volume increased by 3.4% to X kg. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 1,549%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, snail imports rose modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 2,027% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Indonesia (X kg), Thailand (X kg) and Ghana (X kg) were the main suppliers of snail imports to Hungary, together comprising 99% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Ghana (with a CAGR of +75.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of snails (except sea snails) to Hungary, comprising 69% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Indonesia totaled +8.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (-1.9% per year) and Ghana (+8.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average snail import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 564% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Ghana ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belarus (+30.6%), 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 snails (except sea snails) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of snail consumption in 2020 were France, Spain and Morocco, together comprising 62% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of snails (except sea snails) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of snail production was Morocco, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, snail production in Morocco exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hungary, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Spain, with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of snails (except sea snails) to Hungary?

In value terms, Belarus constituted the largest supplier of snail to Hungary.

What are the leading importers of snails (except sea snails) from Hungary?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for snail exports from Hungary.

What is the average export price for snails (except sea snails) in Hungary?

The average snail export price stood at $801 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 85% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for snails (except sea snails) in Hungary?

The average snail import price stood at $9,917 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 564% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the snail market in Hungary. 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 1176 - Snails o/t sea snails

Country coverage:

Hungary

Data coverage:

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