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Italy: Clove Market 2025

Clove Market Size in Italy

For the third year in a row, the Italian clove market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 36% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a slight expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Clove Exports

Exports from Italy

Clove exports from Italy reached X tons in 2022, growing by 2.1% compared with 2021. In general, exports saw strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, clove exports rose notably to $X in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +96.2% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 47%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Greece (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main destinations of clove exports from Italy, with a combined 62% share of total exports. Germany, Canada, Denmark, France, Albania and Switzerland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Denmark (with a CAGR of +116.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for clove exported from Italy were Spain ($X), the UK ($X) and Greece ($X), with a combined 59% share of total exports. Germany, France, Denmark, Switzerland, Canada and Albania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

Among the main countries of destination, Denmark, with a CAGR of +102.2%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 clove export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 5.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 7.4%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland (+1.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Clove Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2022, clove imports into Italy skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by 15% compared with the previous year. Overall, total imports indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +57.3% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 49%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, clove imports soared to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Madagascar (X tons), France (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main suppliers of clove imports to Italy, with a combined 64% share of total imports. The Netherlands, Germany, Spain and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Tanzania (with a CAGR of +71.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest clove suppliers to Italy were Madagascar ($X), France ($X) and Indonesia ($X), together comprising 62% of total imports. The Netherlands, Germany, Tanzania and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

Among the main suppliers, Tanzania, with a CAGR of +33.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average clove import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 20% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+0.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cloves in the world?

The country with the largest volume of clove consumption was Indonesia, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, clove consumption in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. Madagascar ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.2% share.

What are the largest producers of cloves in the world?

Indonesia remains the largest clove producing country worldwide, accounting for 67% of total volume. Moreover, clove production in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Madagascar, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cloves to Italy?

In value terms, the largest clove suppliers to Italy were Indonesia, the Netherlands and France, with a combined 51% share of total imports. Madagascar, Germany, Sri Lanka and Comoros lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

What are the leading importers of cloves from Italy?

In value terms, the largest markets for clove exported from Italy were Spain, France and Greece, together comprising 65% of total exports.

What is the average export price for cloves in Italy?

The average clove export price stood at $8,926 per ton in 2021, dropping by -6.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cloves in Italy?

The average clove import price stood at $7,583 per ton in 2021, surging by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clove market in Italy. 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 698 - Cloves

Country coverage:

Italy

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Italy
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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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. 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