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Mexico: Quinoa Market 2025

Quinoa Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican quinoa market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, picking up by 31% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption showed a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Quinoa Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2020, approx. X tons of quinoa were exported from Mexico; leveling off at the year before. Overall, exports saw a significant expansion. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2017. The exports peaked in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, quinoa exports stood at $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2017. The exports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for quinoa exports from Mexico, with a 80% share of total exports. Moreover, quinoa exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X tons), sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Guatemala (X kg), with a 5% share.

From 2014 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (+28.7% per year) and Guatemala (+421.6% per year).

It was followed by Guatemala, with a 6.5% share.

From 2014 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (+1.0% per year) and Guatemala (+416.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average quinoa export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Guatemala ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2014 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Guatemala (-14.5%).

Quinoa Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, approx. X tons of quinoa were imported into Mexico; with an increase of 46% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 616%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, quinoa imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 507%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Peru (X tons) constituted the largest quinoa supplier to Mexico, accounting for a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, quinoa imports from Peru exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Bolivia (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Peru amounted to +54.8%.

In value terms, Peru ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quinoa to Mexico, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bolivia ($X), with a 22% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Peru stood at +47.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average quinoa import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -20.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 73%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($X per ton), while the price for Peru amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (-4.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa consumption in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and the U.S., together comprising 68% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Canada, Germany, France, the UK and Ecuador, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the largest producers of quinoa in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of quinoa production in 2020 were Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, with a combined 97% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of quinoa to Mexico?

In value terms, Peru constituted the largest supplier of quinoa to Mexico.

What is the average export price for quinoa in Mexico?

The average quinoa export price stood at $5,334 per ton in 2020, rising by 3.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinoa in Mexico?

The average quinoa import price stood at $2,283 per ton in 2020, which is down by -12.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quinoa 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 92 - Quinoa

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. 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