Key Market Indicators
By 2026, the projected import of candy to Russia is expected to be around 61 million kilograms, a 1.1% decrease from the 2021 level of 65 million kilograms. Since 2001, imports have grown at a steady rate of 2.4% year-on-year, and in 2021, Russia was the 11th largest importer of candy. Saudi Arabia was the top importer with 64.9 million kilograms, followed by the United Kingdom, Germany and the Netherlands. The export of candy from Russia is expected to increase to 96.4 million kilograms by 2026, representing a 2.4% average year-on-year growth since 2001. In 2021, Russia was the 12th largest exporter, with Ukraine surpassing it with 83.5 million kilograms. China, Mexico and Belgium were the top three exporters, respectively.
