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Singapore: Papaya Market 2025

Papaya Market Size in Singapore

The Singaporean papaya market expanded slightly to $X in 2022, with an increase of 1.8% 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). Overall, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Papaya consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Papaya Exports

Exports from Singapore

For the fourth consecutive year, Singapore recorded growth in shipments abroad of papayas, which increased by 37% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 369%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, papaya exports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 634%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main destinations of papaya exports from Singapore.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Indonesia (with a CAGR of +72.7%).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) and Indonesia ($X) were the largest markets for papaya exported from Singapore worldwide.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +98.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average papaya export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -33.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 321% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bermuda (+36.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Papaya Imports

Imports into Singapore

In 2022, overseas purchases of papayas decreased by -3.9% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports saw a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 10%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, papaya imports reached $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Malaysia (X tons) was the main papaya supplier to Singapore, accounting for a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, papaya imports from Malaysia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Philippines (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia amounted to -5.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Philippines (+3.9% per year) and Thailand (+8.3% per year).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of papayas to Singapore, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Philippines ($X), with a 22% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Malaysia was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Philippines (+6.0% per year) and Thailand (+18.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average papaya import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 7.7% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +6.6%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+8.9%), 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 papayas in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of papaya consumption, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, papaya consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the Dominican Republic, fivefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.4% share.

What are the largest producers of papayas in the world?

The country with the largest volume of papaya production was India, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, papaya production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Dominican Republic, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 8.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of papayas to Singapore?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of papaya to Singapore, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Philippines, with a 15% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of papayas from Singapore?

In value terms, Malaysia remains the key foreign market for papaya exports from Singapore.

What is the average export price for papayas in Singapore?

In 2021, the average papaya export price amounted to $2,130 per ton, shrinking by -14.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for papayas in Singapore?

In 2021, the average papaya import price amounted to $1,953 per ton, with a decrease of -3.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the papaya market in Singapore. 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 600 - Papayas

Country coverage:

Singapore

Data coverage:

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