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Mexico - Snails (Except Sea Snails) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Mexico: Snail Market 2024

Snail Market Size in Mexico

The Mexican snail market expanded rapidly to $X in 2022, growing by 7.3% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Snail Production in Mexico

In value terms, snail production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 6.1%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Snail Exports

Exports from Mexico

In 2022, exports of snails (except sea snails) from Mexico shrank dramatically to X tons, with a decrease of -17.9% against the year before. In general, exports, however, posted a moderate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,058%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, snail exports shrank to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 770%. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for snail exports from Mexico, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States stood at +3.2%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for snails (except sea snails) exports from Mexico.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States totaled +7.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average snail export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 5.2% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, snail export price decreased by -7.1% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 59% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices remained 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 +3.7% per year.

Snail Imports

Imports into Mexico

In 2018, the amount of snails (except sea snails) imported into Mexico soared to X tons, increasing by 143% on 2017 figures. In general, imports, however, showed a deep setback. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, snail imports surged to $X in 2018. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2018, China (X tons) was the main supplier of snail to Mexico, accounting for a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, snail imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Indonesia (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at +16.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (-32.0% per year) and France (-43.6% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of snails (except sea snails) to Mexico, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +39.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (-11.8% per year) and France (-46.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average snail import price stood at $X per ton in 2018, shrinking by -2% against the previous year. Over the last six years, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2018, 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 Indonesia ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+29.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for snails (except sea snails) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of snail consumption in 2020 were France, Spain and Morocco, with a combined 62% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of snails (except sea snails) in the world?

Morocco remains the largest snail producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, snail production in Morocco exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hungary, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Spain, with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of snails (except sea snails) to Mexico?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of snail to Mexico, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of snails (except sea snails) from Mexico?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for snail exports from Mexico, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 31% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for snails (except sea snails) in Mexico?

In 2020, the average snail export price amounted to $7,190 per ton, rising by 21% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for snails (except sea snails) in Mexico?

In 2018, the average snail import price amounted to $18,607 per ton, declining by -2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the snail 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 1176 - Snails o/t sea snails

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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023