Key Market Indicators
Portuguese imports of gelatin are projected to reach 3.4 million kilograms in 2026, up 3.1% annually from 2021’s 2.8 million kilograms. Since 1993, demand has jumped 16.7% per year on average. In 2021, Portugal placed 29th in global rankings; Thailand led the way with 2.8 million kilograms. Germany, the United Kingdom and Belgium followed in second, third, and fourth place respectively. Exports of Portuguese gelatin are expected to reach 310,000 kilograms in 2026, a 1.7% yearly increase from 2021’s 278,720 kilograms. Since 1993, supplies have increased 4.3% yearly on average. In 2021, Portugal was 35th in the global rankings, with Mongolia ahead with 278,720 kilograms. Germany, Belgium and China took second, third and fourth places respectively.
