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Southern Asia: Quince Market 2025

Quince Market Size in Southern Asia

In 2022, the South Asian quince market decreased by -7.4% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption saw a slight downturn. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Quince Production in Southern Asia

In value terms, quince production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 17%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

India (X tons) remains the largest quince producing country in Southern Asia, accounting for 95% of total volume. Moreover, quince production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Pakistan (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in India was relatively modest.

Quince Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

In 2022, shipments abroad of quinces decreased by -97.4% to X kg, falling for the fifth consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 377%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quince exports declined markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a significant contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 264% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

India prevails in exports structure, finishing at X kg, which was approx. 93% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Sri Lanka (X kg), making up a 6.7% share of total exports.

Exports from India decreased at an average annual rate of -42.1% from 2012 to 2022. Sri Lanka (-14.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Sri Lanka increased by +6.7 percentage points.

In value terms, India ($X) remains the largest quince supplier in Southern Asia, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sri Lanka ($X), with a 3.9% share of total exports.

In India, quince exports shrank by an average annual rate of -42.4% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 591% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-0.4%).

Quince Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

Quince imports contracted markedly to X tons in 2022, dropping by -26.3% compared with the year before. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 440%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, quince imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 518% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Nepal prevails in imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 96% of total imports in 2022. Maldives (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into Nepal decreased at an average annual rate of -1.9% from 2012 to 2022. Maldives experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Nepal ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported quinces in Southern Asia, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Maldives ($X), with a 6.9% share of total imports.

In Nepal, quince imports plunged by an average annual rate of -5.3% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -18.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a perceptible slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the import price increased by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while Nepal amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Maldives (+3.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quinces in Southern Asia?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of quince consumption, comprising approx. 98% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of quinces in Southern Asia?

India remains the largest quince producing country in Southern Asia, accounting for 100% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of quinces in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India remains the largest quince supplier in Southern Asia, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Afghanistan $790), with a 8.1% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of quinces in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India, Pakistan $790) and Afghanistan $551) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together comprising 90% of total imports. These countries were followed by Maldives, which accounted for a further 9.7%.

What is the average export price for quinces in Southern Asia?

In 2020, the quince export price in Southern Asia amounted to $3,085 per ton, surging by 166% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quinces in Southern Asia?

In 2020, the quince import price in Southern Asia amounted to $756 per ton, rising by 54% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quince market in Southern 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 523 - Quinces

Country coverage:

Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Southern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Southern Asia
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
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
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