In 2024, China remains the dominant importer of infant food with an import volume of 426.0 thousand metric tons, showing no year-on-year growth from 2023. Malaysia, Germany, and France follow, with Germany showing a notable increase of 4.92%. The Netherlands and Ireland also saw growth, at 4.1% and 4.94% respectively. Some countries experienced declines, such as Russia (-1.44%) and Italy (-1.83%). Noteworthy growth was observed in Vietnam (5.92%) and the United States (5.92%). Several countries maintained a steady import volume with no significant changes, including Poland, Canada, and Mexico. Significant reductions were seen in Egypt (-5.59%) and El Salvador (-7.79%), while Kyrgyzstan saw a drastic decrease of 100%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increasing imports in emerging markets, particularly in Asia and Africa, as economic conditions improve and populations grow.
- Potential policy changes affecting import regulations and tariffs in major importing countries.
- Shifts in consumer preference towards organic and premium infant food products, potentially influencing import volumes.
- Technological advancements in production and distribution that could make infant food imports more efficient and cost-effective.
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 426 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Malaysia | 94 | 2023 | +2.17% | +1.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 89 | 2023 | +2.3% | +4.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 46 | 2023 | +2.22% | +1.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 44 | 2023 | +2.33% | +4.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 42 | 2023 | +2.44% | +3.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Saudi Arabia | 41 | 2023 | 0% | +1.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Russia | 40 | 2023 | -2.44% | -1.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 31 | 2023 | -3.12% | -1.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 28 | 2023 | +3.7% | +4.94% | View data |
