We use cookies to improve your experience and for marketing. Read our cookie policy or manage cookies.

Accept essential cookies
Accept all cookies
Report South-Eastern Asia - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights for 499$
Report Update Feb 1, 2025

South-Eastern Asia - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report
Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)
What's the difference?
Subscription
Online access and download
from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

South-Eastern Asia: Kola Nut Market 2025

Kola Nut Market Size in South-Eastern Asia

In 2022, the Southeast Asian kola nut market decreased by -0.7% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. The total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +1.7% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Kola Nut Production in South-Eastern Asia

In value terms, kola nut production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 50%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The country with the largest volume of kola nut production was Singapore (X tons), comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, kola nut production in Singapore exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malaysia (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in Singapore was relatively modest. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Malaysia (+1.0% per year) and Vietnam (+0.7% per year).

Kola Nut Exports

Exports in South-Eastern Asia

In 2022, overseas shipments of kola nuts were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 239% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kola nut exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,238%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Vietnam prevails in exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 92% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Malaysia (X kg), creating an 8.4% share of total exports.

Vietnam was also the fastest-growing in terms of the kola nuts exports, with a CAGR of -3.7% from 2012 to 2022. Malaysia (-27.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Vietnam (+53 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Malaysia saw its share reduced by -49.5% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) remains the largest kola nut supplier in South-Eastern Asia, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia ($X), with a 4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Vietnam amounted to -2.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -11% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the export price increased by 1,901%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while Malaysia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+1.4%).

Kola Nut Imports

Imports in South-Eastern Asia

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of kola nuts increased by 12% to X kg in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a precipitous slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 4,180%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kola nut imports reached $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 8,073% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Malaysia (X kg) represented roughly 100% of total imports in 2022.

Malaysia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the kola nuts imports, with a CAGR of -20.1% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of Malaysia (+2.9 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported kola nuts in South-Eastern Asia.

In Malaysia, kola nut imports declined by an average annual rate of -11.9% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in South-Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -10.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, enjoyed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 15,413% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Malaysia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to +10.3% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Singapore constituted the country with the largest volume of kola nut consumption, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, kola nut consumption in Singapore exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Thailand, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 7.7% share.
The country with the largest volume of kola nut production was Singapore, accounting for 65% of total volume. Moreover, kola nut production in Singapore exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Thailand, threefold. Malaysia ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.6% share.
In value terms, the largest kola nut supplying countries in South-Eastern Asia were Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia.
In value terms, Singapore constitutes the largest market for imported kola nuts in South-Eastern Asia, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 13% share of total imports.
The kola nut export price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $6,178 per ton in 2020, stabilizing at the previous year.
The kola nut import price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $6,837 per ton in 2020, growing by 25% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kola nut market in South-Eastern Asia. 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 224 - Kolanuts

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in South-Eastern Asia, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in South-Eastern Asia
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Brunei Darussalam
    • Cambodia
    • Indonesia
    • Malaysia
    • Myanmar
    • Philippines
    • Singapore
    • Thailand
    • Timor-Leste
    • Vietnam
    • Lao People's Democratic Republic

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
    25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

Recommended reports

Asia - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Feb 1, 2025
Eye 443

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kola nut market in Asia.

U.S. - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Feb 1, 2025
Eye 866

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kola nut market in the U.S..

China - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Feb 1, 2025
Eye 691

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kola nut market in China.

EU - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Feb 1, 2025
Eye 474

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kola nut market in the EU.

World - Kola Nuts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Feb 1, 2025
Eye 5159

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global kola nut market.

Free Data: Kola Nuts - South-Eastern Asia
Table
Kola Nuts - South-Eastern Asia - Table
Dashboard
Kola Nuts - South-Eastern Asia - Dashboard
Report
Kola Nuts - South-Eastern Asia - Report