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U.S.: Malt Market 2024

Malt Market Size in the U.S.

After five years of growth, the U.S. malt market decreased by -0.5% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 5.3% against the previous year. Malt consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Malt Production in the U.S.

In value terms, malt production reduced slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the production volume increased by 5.5%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Malt Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2022, shipments abroad of malt decreased by -30.3% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports showed a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 23%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, malt exports declined significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 25%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Mexico (X tons) was the main destination for malt exports from the United States, accounting for a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, malt exports to Mexico exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Mexico amounted to +1.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (-18.6% per year) and Japan (-17.2% per year).

In value terms, Mexico ($X) remains the key foreign market for malt exports from the United States, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 5.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Mexico totaled +2.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (-15.7% per year) and Japan (-17.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average malt export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a mild increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Malt Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2022, purchases abroad of malt decreased by -14.3% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 28%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, malt imports dropped to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 23%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of malt to the United States, accounting for a 74% share of total imports. Moreover, malt imports from Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Canada was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+8.0% per year) and the UK (+0.4% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of malt to the United States, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+5.8% per year) and the UK (-1.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average malt import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 10% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+0.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for malt in the world?

China remains the largest malt consuming country worldwide, accounting for 29% of total volume. Moreover, malt consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of malt in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of malt production, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, malt production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 5.8% share.

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

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of malt to the United States, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 19% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, Mexico remains the key foreign market for malt exports from the United States, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 4.4% share of total exports.

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

The average malt export price stood at $596 per ton in 2021, surging by 10% against the previous year.

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

The average malt import price stood at $659 per ton in 2021, dropping by -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the malt 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:

Prodcom 11061030 - Malt, not roasted (excluding alcohol duty)
Prodcom 11061050 - Roasted malt (excluding alcohol duty, products which have undergone further processing, roasted malt put up as coffee substitutes)

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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023