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Malaysia: Mate Market 2025

Mate Market Size in Malaysia

The Malaysian mate market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after four years of decline. Overall, consumption saw a measured increase. Mate consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Mate Production in Malaysia

In value terms, mate production shrank notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume decreased by -34.6%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average mate yield in Malaysia stood at less than X kg per ha, almost unchanged from the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the yield recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of mate production in Malaysia totaled less than X ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Mate Exports

Exports from Malaysia

In 2022, approx. X tons of mate were exported from Malaysia; declining by -49.5% against 2021. In general, exports saw a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 296% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, mate exports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 356% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) was the main destination for mate exports from Malaysia, accounting for a 84% share of total exports. Moreover, mate exports to Hong Kong SAR exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Singapore (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Hong Kong SAR stood at +7.0%.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) remains the key foreign market for mate exports from Malaysia, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Singapore ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hong Kong SAR stood at +5.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average mate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 54% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (-1.0%).

Mate Imports

Imports into Malaysia

In 2022, imports of mate into Malaysia soared to X tons, rising by 67% on 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a deep contraction. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, mate imports shrank to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, faced a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main mate supplier to Malaysia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +57.5%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of mate to Malaysia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +58.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average mate import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -40.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 115%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +16.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of mate consumption in 2021 were Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, together accounting for 95% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of mate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of mate production in 2021 were Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, with a combined 100% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of mate to Malaysia?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of mate to Malaysia, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 10% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of mate from Malaysia?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR remains the key foreign market for mate exports from Malaysia, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 19% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for mate in Malaysia?

The average mate export price stood at $14,552 per ton in 2021, growing by 14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mate in Malaysia?

The average mate import price stood at $3,916 per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mate market in Malaysia. 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 671 - Mate

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

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