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Mexico: Pasta Products Market 2025

Pasta Products Market Size in Mexico

In 2022, the Mexican pasta products market decreased by -1.1% to $X, falling for the fifth consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Pasta Products Production in Mexico

In value terms, pasta products production declined slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 21%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Pasta Products Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2022, shipments abroad of dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products increased by 83% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports saw a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 211%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, pasta products exports reached $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 125% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for pasta products exports from Mexico, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled +26.3%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products exports from Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +19.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average pasta products export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -37.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 52% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 -5.3% per year.

Pasta Products Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2022, overseas purchases of dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, imports posted a prominent expansion. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pasta products imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a resilient expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest pasta products supplier to Mexico, accounting for a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, pasta products imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States totaled +15.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+23.5% per year) and Italy (-1.4% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products to Mexico, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 13% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States totaled +14.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+22.1% per year) and Italy (-2.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pasta products import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -11% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a mild slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-0.6%), 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 dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of pasta products consumption, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, pasta products consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.6% share.

What are the largest producers of dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of pasta products production, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, pasta products production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products to Mexico?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of pasta products to Mexico, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with an 8.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading importers of dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for pasta products exports from Mexico, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Guatemala, with a 9.1% share of total exports. It was followed by Ecuador, with a 6.3% share.

What is the average export price for dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products in Mexico?

In 2020, the average pasta products export price amounted to $2,586 per ton, growing by 13% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products in Mexico?

In 2020, the average pasta products import price amounted to $1,540 per ton, with a decrease of -32.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pasta products 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:

Prodcom 10851430 - Dried, undried and frozen pasta and pasta products (including prepared dishes) (excluding uncooked pasta, stuffed pasta)

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