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Iran: Chestnut Market 2024

Chestnut Market Size in Iran

In 2021, the Iranian chestnut market increased by 122% to $X, rising for the third consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed a buoyant increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Chestnut Production in Iran

In value terms, chestnut production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a significant decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 91%. Chestnut production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Chestnut Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2021, shipments abroad of chestnuts was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a sharp slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 331% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 225% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X tons) was the main destination for chestnut exports from Iran, with a 85% share of total exports. Moreover, chestnut exports to Kuwait exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Lebanon (X tons), eightfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates (X kg), with a 2.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kuwait totaled -11.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Lebanon (-45.9% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Lebanon ($X), Kuwait ($X) and Qatar ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for chestnut exported from Iran worldwide, with a combined 100% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates, which accounted for a further 0.1%.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 15% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 22% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Lebanon ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($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 Lebanon (+16.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chestnut Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2021, the amount of chestnuts imported into Iran dropped to X tons, with a decrease of -13.8% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 404% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut imports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 450% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Oman (X tons) was the main supplier of chestnut to Iran, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Oman stood at -15.2%.

In value terms, Oman ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Iran.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Oman stood at -16.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 27% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 151% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +52.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chestnuts in the world?

China remains the largest chestnut consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 80% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of chestnuts in the world?

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

What are the leading suppliers of chestnuts to Iran?

In value terms, Pakistan constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to Iran.

What are the leading importers of chestnuts from Iran?

In value terms, Lebanon remains the key foreign market for chestnut exports from Iran, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Qatar, with a 1.6% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for chestnuts in Iran?

The average chestnut export price stood at $912 per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for chestnuts in Iran?

In 2019, the average chestnut import price amounted to $903 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chestnut market in Iran. 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:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023