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Qatar: Frozen Potato Market 2025

Frozen Potato Market Size in Qatar

In 2021, the Qatari frozen potato market decreased by -0.5% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. In general, the total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -4.0% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Potato Production in Qatar

In value terms, frozen potato production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 57%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Frozen Potato Exports

Exports from Qatar

Frozen potato exports from Qatar stood at X tons in 2015, stabilizing at the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2015 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen potato exports totaled $X in 2015. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2015 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) and Kuwait (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen potato exports from Qatar.

From 2015 to 2015, the biggest increases were recorded for Oman (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, Kuwait ($X) and Oman ($X) constituted the largest markets for frozen potato exported from Qatar worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Oman, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Frozen Potato Imports

Imports into Qatar

In 2021, imports of frozen potatoes into Qatar rose to X tons, growing by 2.8% on the previous year. Overall, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +75.5% against 2012 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 21%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, frozen potato imports declined to $X in 2021. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports decreased by -4.6% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 32%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of frozen potato imports to Qatar, together accounting for 87% of total imports. Germany, France, Turkey and Lebanon lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 8.4%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of +85.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen potatoes to Qatar, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands stood at +15.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+18.6% per year) and the United States (+4.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average frozen potato import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -3.3% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average import price increased by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Lebanon (+18.6%), 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 frozen potatoes in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of frozen potato consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, frozen potato consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.3% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen potatoes in the world?

China remains the largest frozen potato producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, frozen potato production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen potatoes to Qatar?

In value terms, the largest frozen potato suppliers to Qatar were the Netherlands, Belgium and the United States, with a combined 43% share of total imports. These countries were followed by France, Turkey, Germany and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 57%.

What are the leading importers of frozen potatoes from Qatar?

In value terms, the largest markets for frozen potato exported from Qatar were Kuwait and Oman.

What is the average export price for frozen potatoes in Qatar?

In 2015, the average frozen potato export price amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen potatoes in Qatar?

In 2020, the average frozen potato import price amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen potato market in Qatar. 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 10311110 - Frozen potatoes, uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water
Prodcom 10311130 - Frozen potatoes, prepared or preserved (including potatoes cooked or partly cooked in oil and then frozen, excluding by vinegar or acetic acid)

Country coverage:

Qatar

Data coverage:

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