In 2023, Italy continued its dominance in the European export market for unconcentrated tomato puree and paste, holding 82.16% of the share by volume. This was followed by Spain at 8.04% and France at 2.93%. Notably, Austria saw significant growth of 153.93% compared to the previous year. Other countries like the Netherlands and Poland also experienced growth, whereas Portugal and Greece saw a complete drop in exports. Smaller markets like Ireland and Malta exhibited remarkable performance with increases of over 75% and 115% respectively, while some countries like Slovenia and Slovakia faced declines.
Key future trends to watch include Austria's potential rise as a larger player in this market due to its substantial recent growth. Additionally, the ongoing recovery or improvement in countries like Greece and Portugal will be crucial to observe. The evolving demand in leading markets such as Italy and Spain, alongside strategic efforts from smaller countries, could reshape the competitive landscape in the foreseeable future.
Top countries in Export of Unconcentrated Tomato Puree and Paste Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 82.16 | 2023 | +3% | +5.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 8.04 | 2023 | +0.56% | +4.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 2.93 | 2023 | -10.83% | +6.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1.76 | 2023 | +11.76% | +14.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 1.41 | 2023 | +42.14% | +153.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.01 | 2023 | +5.41% | +6.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 0.89 | 2023 | -7.72% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.85 | 2023 | -35.46% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 0.42 | 2023 | +4.7% | +13.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.23 | 2023 | +5.15% | +15.52% | View data |
