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Global Candied Fruit Market 2025

Candied Fruit Market Size

The global candied fruit market stood at $X in 2021, surging by 2.8% against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +73.9% against 2013 indices. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Candied Fruit Production

In value terms, candied fruit production rose modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

China (X tons) remains the largest candied fruit producing country worldwide, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, candied fruit production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Thailand (X tons), with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in China stood at +3.5%. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: the United States (+13.0% per year) and Thailand (-0.9% per year).

Candied Fruit Exports

Exports

In 2021, overseas shipments of candied fruits were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, candied fruit exports expanded notably to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) represented roughly 66% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Italy (X tons) and Mexico (X tons), together achieving a 12% share of total exports. The Netherlands (X tons), the United States (X tons), India (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) took a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Vietnam (with a CAGR of +21.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Thailand ($X) and Italy ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together comprising 80% of global exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Mexico, the United States, Vietnam, India and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 9.5%.

Among the main exporting countries, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +26.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average candied fruit export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -2% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 6.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+4.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Candied Fruit Imports

Imports

Global candied fruit imports expanded modestly to X tons in 2021, rising by 2.2% against the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, candied fruit imports expanded notably to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

China (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) represented roughly 27% of total imports in 2021. The United States (X tons) took a 6.3% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Germany (4.7%) and the UK (4.6%). Japan (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), Kazakhstan (X tons), France (X tons), Spain (X tons), Argentina (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +36.6%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported candied fruits worldwide, comprising 17% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 7.4% share of global imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at +30.6%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (+2.9% per year) and the UK (-1.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average candied fruit import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 8.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+7.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of candied fruit consumption was China, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, candied fruit consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Thailand, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by France, with a 4.4% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of candied fruit production, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, candied fruit production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Thailand, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 3.9% share.
In value terms, China, Thailand and Italy were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 85% share of global exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, the United States, India and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 6.2%.
In value terms, China constitutes the largest market for imported candied fruits worldwide, comprising 17% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.8% share of global imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 7.1% share.
The average candied fruit export price stood at $3,611 per ton in 2021, surging by 2.7% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average candied fruit import price amounted to $2,666 per ton, picking up by 6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global candied fruit market. 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 625 - Fruit, Nuts, Peel, Sugar Preserved

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL 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. 8. GLOBAL 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. 9. GLOBAL 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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

  13. 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

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