Key Market Indicators
Ireland's candy export is predicted to reach 18 million kilograms by 2026, up from 17.7 million kilograms in 2021. This is an average growth of 0.5% year-on-year since 1997. In 2021, Ireland ranked 34th in the world, with Saudi Arabia ahead at 17.7 million kilograms. China, Mexico and Belgium respectively ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking. Meanwhile, Ireland's candy imports are set to reach 35.8 million kilograms by 2026, up from 33 million kilograms in 2021. This is an average growth rate of 1.3% year-on-year since 1997. In 2021, Ireland ranked 20th, with Austria boasting 33 million kilograms. The United Kingdom, Germany and the Netherlands respectively ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking.
