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Latin America and the Caribbean: Camel Meat Market 2025

Camel Meat Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2022, the Latin American camel meat market decreased by -20.6% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Camel Meat Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, camel meat production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, faced a dramatic decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 355%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Chile (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of camel meat production, accounting for 84% of total volume. Moreover, camel meat production in Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Argentina (X tons), fivefold.

In Chile, camel meat production decreased by an average annual rate of -15.6% over the period from 2012-2022.

Camel Meat Exports

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2022, overseas shipments of camel meat were finally on the rise to reach X kg after four years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a sharp decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 410%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, camel meat exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 520%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Argentina (X kg), together resulting at 100% of total export.

Argentina was also the fastest-growing in terms of the camel meat exports, with a CAGR of +43.6% from 2012 to 2022. Argentina (+99 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) also remains the largest camel meat supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean.

In Argentina, camel meat exports increased at an average annual rate of +39.7% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -19.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 91%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Argentina amounted to -2.7% per year.

Camel Meat Imports

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of camel meat, when their volume decreased by -98.3% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports showed a precipitous setback. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, camel meat imports shrank sharply to $X in 2020. In general, imports saw a significant contraction. The level of import peaked at $X in 2019, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Saint Maarten (Dutch part) (X tons) was the key importer of camel meat in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 100% of total import.

Saint Maarten (Dutch part) experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of camel meat. While the share of Saint Maarten (Dutch part) (+99 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Saint Maarten (Dutch part) ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported camel meat in Latin America and the Caribbean.

From 2014 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in Saint Maarten (Dutch part) was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per ton in 2020, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the last six years, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.8%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the import price increased by 8.8%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2016; afterwards, it flattened through to 2020.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Saint Maarten (Dutch part).

From 2014 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saint Maarten (Dutch part) amounted to 0.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of camel meat consumption was Chile, comprising approx. 99% of total volume.
Chile constituted the country with the largest volume of camel meat production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.
In value terms, Chile remains the largest camel meat supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean.
In value terms, Saint Maarten Dutch part) constitutes the largest market for imported camel meat in Latin America and the Caribbean.
In 2020, the camel meat export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $6,041 per ton, surging by 40% against the previous year.
The camel meat import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $2,874 per ton in 2020, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the camel meat market in Latin America and the Caribbean. 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 1127 - Meat of camels

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Latin America and the Caribbean, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Latin America and the Caribbean
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Anguilla
    • Antigua and Barbuda
    • Argentina
    • Aruba
    • Bahamas
    • Barbados
    • Belize
    • Bolivia
    • Brazil
    • British Virgin Islands
    • Cayman Islands
    • Chile
    • Colombia
    • Costa Rica
    • Cuba
    • Curacao
    • Dominica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Ecuador
    • El Salvador
    • Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
    • French Guiana
    • Grenada
    • Guadeloupe
    • Guatemala
    • Guyana
    • Haiti
    • Honduras
    • Jamaica
    • Martinique
    • Mexico
    • Montserrat
    • Nicaragua
    • Panama
    • Paraguay
    • Peru
    • Saint Kitts and Nevis
    • Saint Lucia
    • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
    • Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
    • Suriname
    • Trinidad and Tobago
    • Turks and Caicos Islands
    • United States Virgin Islands
    • Uruguay
    • Venezuela
    • Puerto Rico

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Producing Animals, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
    25. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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