In 2023, the global dry whole milk powder import landscape showcased China as the dominant importer with 550,000 metric tons, reflecting a slight growth of 1.09%. Other major importers include Algeria and Brazil with notable increases for Brazil at 14.7%. The United States also saw significant growth at 14.87%, whereas countries like the Philippines, Mexico, and Chile experienced sharp declines of over 15%, with Chile's import plummeting by 34.02%. Over the past five years, variations in import volumes have highlighted shifts in demand primarily from emerging economies in Asia and South America.
Future trends to watch include the potential increase in demand from developing nations driven by rising population and economic development. Conversely, increased focus on sustainability and local production could impact import levels, potentially leading to more self-sufficient supply chains globally.
Top countries in Dry Whole Milk Powder Import by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 550 | 2023 | -21.43% | +1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Algeria | 260 | 2023 | +4% | -0.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 135 | 2023 | +64.63% | +14.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 95 | 2023 | +1.06% | +10% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 45 | 2023 | +12.5% | +9.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Taiwan | 32 | 2023 | -11.11% | -1.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Russia | 25 | 2023 | 0% | -1.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United States | 14 | 2023 | +7.69% | +14.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Philippines | 10 | 2023 | -28.57% | -15.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Mexico | 3 | 2023 | -25% | -15.59% | View data |
