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Thailand: Carob Market 2025

Carob Market Size in Thailand

The Thai carob market contracted rapidly to less than $X in 2021, with a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a sharp decline. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Carob Production in Thailand

In value terms, carob production dropped notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a sharp setback. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Carob Exports

Exports from Thailand

In 2020, approx. X kg of carob were exported from Thailand; declining by -99.7% on 2019. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 50% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2020, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carob exports contracted sharply to $X in 2020. In general, exports faced a sharp curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 26%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Oman (X kg) was the main destination for carob exports from Thailand, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Oman was relatively modest.

In value terms, Oman ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for carob exports from Thailand.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Oman was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average carob export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, dropping by -17.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 345% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Oman.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Philippines amounted to +298.2% per year.

Carob Imports

Imports into Thailand

In 2021, overseas purchases of carob decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the sixth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports showed a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, carob imports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 115%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X tons) was the main carob supplier to Thailand, with a 99% share of total imports. It was followed by Algeria (X tons), with a 1.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy amounted to +26.8%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of carob to Thailand, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Algeria ($X), with a 2.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy amounted to +27.8%.

Import Prices by Country

The average carob import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 19%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Algeria ($X per ton), while the price for Italy totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Algeria (+6.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for carob in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of carob consumption in 2020 were Portugal, Italy and Turkey, with a combined 51% share of global consumption. Morocco, Greece, Vietnam, Cyprus, France, Algeria, Switzerland, Lebanon and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

What are the largest producers of carob in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of carob production in 2020 were Portugal, Italy and Morocco, together comprising 57% of global production. These countries were followed by Turkey, Spain, Greece, Cyprus and Algeria, which together accounted for a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of carob to Thailand?

In value terms, Spain, Italy and Algeria appeared to be the largest carob suppliers to Thailand. Moreover, carob imports in Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy, more than tenfold.

What is the average export price for carob in Thailand?

In 2020, the average carob export price amounted to $12,500 per ton, growing by 188% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for carob in Thailand?

The average carob import price stood at $0 per ton in 2020, reducing by -100% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the carob market in Thailand. 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 461 - Carobs

Country coverage:

Thailand

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Thailand
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 THE 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 EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024