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Mexico: Butter And Ghee Market 2025

Butter And Ghee Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican butter and ghee market expanded markedly to $X in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Butter And Ghee Production in Mexico

In value terms, butter and ghee production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by X,835,000%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Butter And Ghee Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2022, shipments abroad of butter and ghee decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, butter and ghee exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for butter and ghee exports from Mexico, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

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

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for butter and ghee exports from Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average butter and ghee export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to X% per year.

Butter And Ghee Imports

Imports into Mexico

Butter and ghee imports into Mexico soared to X tons in 2022, growing by X% against 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, butter and ghee imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, New Zealand (X tons) constituted the largest butter and ghee supplier to Mexico, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, butter and ghee imports from New Zealand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Argentina (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from New Zealand stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (X% per year) and Argentina (X% per year).

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of butter and ghee to Mexico, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from New Zealand totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (X% per year) and Argentina (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average butter and ghee import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were France ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina ($X per ton) and New Zealand ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (X%), 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 butter and ghee in the world?

India remains the largest butter and ghee consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, butter and ghee consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Pakistan, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.5% share.

What are the largest producers of butter and ghee in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of butter and ghee production, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, butter and ghee production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Pakistan, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of butter and ghee to Mexico?

In value terms, New Zealand constituted the largest supplier of butter and ghee to Mexico, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with a 3.3% share.

What are the leading importers of butter and ghee from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for butter and ghee exports from Mexico, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Guatemala, with a 7.7% share.

What is the average export price for butter and ghee in Mexico?

The average butter and ghee export price stood at $5,838 per ton in 2021, rising by 9.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for butter and ghee in Mexico?

The average butter and ghee import price stood at $4,692 per ton in 2021, growing by 6.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the butter and ghee market in Mexico. 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 983 - Butter and Ghee of Sheep Milk
FCL 1022 - Butter of Goat Milk
FCL 952 - Butter of Buffalo Milk
FCL 886 - Butter of Cow Milk
FCL 887 - Ghee from Cow Milk
FCL 953 - Ghee, from Buffalo Milk

Country coverage:

Mexico

Data coverage:

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