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World - Vinegar - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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The global market for vinegar is expected to see an increase in both consumption and production over the period from 2022 to 2030. With an anticipated CAGR of +1.9% in consumption volume and +3.9% in market value, the market is set to reach 8M tons and $10.8B by 2030. China leads in both consumption and production, exceeding other countries twofold. While the market has shown fluctuations, overall growth trends are positive, with exports and imports also seeing increases in volume and value terms.
Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for vinegar worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next eight years. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +1.9% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 8M tons by the end of 2030.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +3.9% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market value to $10.8B (in nominal prices) by the end of 2030.
Consumption
World Consumption of Vinegar
In 2022, the amount of vinegar consumed worldwide expanded modestly to 6.9M tons, with an increase of 2.7% compared with 2021. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Global consumption peaked at 7.1M tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
The global vinegar market revenue totaled $7.9B in 2022, picking up by 4.1% 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). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $9.1B. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the global market remained at a lower figure.
Consumption By Country
The country with the largest volume of vinegar consumption was China (1.3M tons), accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, vinegar consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States (566K tons), twofold. Brazil (292K tons) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.2% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in China totaled +2.2%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (-1.2% per year) and Brazil (+3.1% per year).
In value terms, China ($1.6B), Ethiopia ($1.3B) and the United States ($708M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2022, with a combined 45% share of the global market.
In terms of the main consuming countries, Ethiopia, with a CAGR of +15.7%, saw the highest growth rate of market size over the period under review, while market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
The countries with the highest levels of vinegar per capita consumption in 2022 were France (2.9 kg per person), Germany (2.8 kg per person) and South Korea (2.1 kg per person).
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Ethiopia (with a CAGR of +6.7%), while consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Production
World Production of Vinegar
In 2022, approx. 6.9M tons of vinegar were produced worldwide; picking up by 2.7% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 13%. Global production peaked at 7.1M tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, vinegar production rose remarkably to $8.3B in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 9.8%. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $8.5B in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
Production By Country
The country with the largest volume of vinegar production was China (1.3M tons), accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, vinegar production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States (544K tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Brazil (293K tons), with a 4.3% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in China totaled +2.3%. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: the United States (-0.5% per year) and Brazil (+3.1% per year).
Imports
World Imports of Vinegar
In 2022, after ten years of growth, there was decline in overseas purchases of vinegar, when their volume decreased by -1.5% to 725K tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 8.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure at 736K tons in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.
In value terms, vinegar imports declined modestly to $854M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 15%. Global imports peaked at $886M in 2021, and then declined modestly in the following year.
Imports By Country
In 2022, the United States (108K tons), followed by Italy (61K tons), Germany (56K tons) and France (52K tons) represented the key importers of vinegar, together creating 38% of total imports. The UK (32K tons), the Netherlands (31K tons), Spain (26K tons), Canada (21K tons), Belgium (21K tons), Hungary (19K tons), the Czech Republic (16K tons), Poland (15K tons) and Switzerland (14K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Hungary (with a CAGR of +12.5%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest vinegar importing markets worldwide were the United States ($160M), Germany ($82M) and France ($65M), with a combined 36% share of global imports. Canada, the UK, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain, Belgium, Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 28%.
Hungary, with a CAGR of +16.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
In 2022, the average vinegar import price amounted to $1,178 per ton, declining by -2.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 6.7%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $1,255 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($2,457 per ton), while Hungary ($464 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+5.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports
World Exports of Vinegar
After two years of growth, shipments abroad of vinegar decreased by -2% to 712K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +68.7% against 2012 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the maximum at 727K tons in 2021, and then declined modestly in the following year.
In value terms, vinegar exports reduced to $774M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 13%. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at $822M in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.
Exports By Country
The shipments of the eight major exporters of vinegar, namely Italy, the United States, Spain, France, Germany, Greece, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands, represented more than two-thirds of total export. Slovakia (21K tons), China (21K tons), the UK (20K tons), Japan (20K tons) and Austria (16K tons) took a little share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +21.2%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Italy ($313M) remains the largest vinegar supplier worldwide, comprising 40% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($84M), with an 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 7.2% share.
In Italy, vinegar exports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (+14.3% per year) and Spain (+5.5% per year).
Export Prices By Country
The average vinegar export price stood at $1,086 per ton in 2022, reducing by -3.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 7.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $1,364 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($2,649 per ton), while Slovakia ($324 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+2.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global vinegar 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:
- Prodcom 10841130 - Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar made from wine
- Prodcom 10841190 - Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar (excluding made from wine)
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ 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
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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:
- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
- How to load your idle production capacity
- How to boost your sales on overseas markets
- How to increase your profit margins
- How to make your supply chain more sustainable
- How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
- How to outsource production to other countries
- 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.
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
Explore the top import markets for vinegar in 2022. Discover the growing demand, consumer preferences, and opportunities for international producers in the United States, Germany, France, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
In 2016, approx. X tons of vinegar were imported worldwide- jumping by X% against the previous year figure. Overall, it indicated a prominent increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports volume ...
In 2016, approx. X tons of vinegar were imported worldwide- jumping by X% against the previous year figure. Overall, it indicated a prominent increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports volume ...