In 2023, the export volume of infant food in the Netherlands was recorded at 248.0 thousand metric tons. Over the past two years (2021-2023), the year-on-year variation remained positive with an increase of 2.13% in 2021, 1.67% in 2022, and 1.64% in 2023, indicating steady growth. Over the last five years, the CAGR stood at 1.34%, reflecting a consistent but moderate upward trend of infant food exports.
Since 2014, the export volume exhibited fluctuations, with significant growth observed in 2016 (32.18%) and subsequent decline in 2017 (-10.43%). From 2018 onward, the growth rate stabilized, leading to a consistent increase in export volumes.
Looking forward, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates continued growth, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.24% and overall growth rate of 6.35%, projecting steady expansion of the infant food export market.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of global trade policies, shifts in international demand, and advancements in infant food formulations which may influence export volumes and market dynamics in the coming years.
