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U.S.: Carob Market 2025

Carob Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. carob market amounted to $X in 2021, with an increase of 14% 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). In general, consumption, however, showed a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Carob Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, overseas shipments of carob decreased by -42.9% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after six years of growth. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 152%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carob exports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 152%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for carob exports from the United States, with a 97% share of total exports. Moreover, carob exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Mexico (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Canada stood at +10.8%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) remains the key foreign market for carob exports from the United States, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mexico ($X), with a 4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada totaled +10.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average carob export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -6.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+0.1%).

Carob Imports

Imports into the U.S.

Carob imports into the United States dropped to X tons in 2021, waning by -3.6% on 2020. In general, imports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 322%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, carob imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 169% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest carob supplier to the United States, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, carob imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), more than tenfold. Peru (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain totaled +21.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+32.7% per year) and Peru (+28.5% per year).

In value terms, the largest carob suppliers to the United States were Spain ($X), Peru ($X) and Australia ($X), together comprising 81% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Australia, with a CAGR of +136.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average carob import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a slight setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 83%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for carob in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Portugal, Italy and Turkey, together comprising 58% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Morocco, Greece, Cyprus, Algeria, the Netherlands and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of carob in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Portugal, Italy and Morocco, with a combined 58% share of global production. These countries were followed by Spain, Turkey, Greece and Cyprus, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of carob to the U.S.?

In value terms, Spain, Peru and Australia were the largest carob suppliers to the United States, with a combined 81% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of carob from the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada remains the key foreign market for carob exports from the United States, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 2.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for carob in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average carob export price amounted to $1,377 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for carob in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average carob import price amounted to $786 per ton, picking up by 33% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the carob market in the U.S.. 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:

United States

Data coverage:

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