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U.S.: Chestnut Market 2025

Chestnut Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. chestnut market rose sharply to $X in 2021, increasing by 10% 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). Over the period under review, consumption recorded a mild descent. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Chestnut Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, the amount of chestnuts exported from the United States dropped sharply to X tons, reducing by -83.6% compared with the year before. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 459% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, chestnut exports fell dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 177% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons), Colombia (X tons) and Canada (X tons) were the main destinations of chestnut exports from the United States, with a combined 95% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Japan (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for chestnut exported from the United States were Canada ($X), Japan ($X) and Colombia ($X), together accounting for 95% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Japan, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average chestnut export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 22% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 46%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Japan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+7.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Chestnut Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, imports of chestnuts into the United States reduced to X tons, shrinking by -12.6% compared with the previous year. In general, imports showed a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chestnut imports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 26%. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Italy (X tons), China (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main suppliers of chestnut imports to the United States, with a combined 92% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Portugal, Chile and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 7.7%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Chile (with a CAGR of +106.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to the United States, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 6.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy amounted to +3.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Korea (-3.2% per year) and China (-19.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average chestnut import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 21% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Portugal ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+6.9%), 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 chestnuts in the world?

The country with the largest volume of chestnut consumption was China, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of chestnuts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chestnut production, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, chestnut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Bolivia, more than tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

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

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of chestnut to the United States, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 6.2% share.

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

In value terms, the largest markets for chestnut exported from the United States were Canada, Japan and Colombia, together comprising 95% of total exports.

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

The average chestnut export price stood at $3,187 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.8% against the previous year.

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

The average chestnut import price stood at $3,994 per ton in 2021, rising by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chestnut 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 220 - Chestnuts

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
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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