In 2023, the United States led the global lemons and limes import volume, accounting for the largest share. The Netherlands, Russia, Germany, and France followed with significant shares. Notable trends included substantial year-on-year increases in imports by Portugal, Senegal, Iraq, and Oman. Conversely, China and Vietnam saw declines, reflecting shifting global import dynamics.
Looking ahead, future trends in global lemon and lime imports to monitor include:
- The potential for increased imports in Southeast Asia driven by rising demand and market expansion.
- Monitoring geopolitical and economic shifts that may influence major consumers like the United States and European countries.
- Observing trade policies and environmental factors that could affect supply chains and influence import volumes.
Top countries in Lemons and Limes Import Volume Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 29.17 | 2023 | +2.13% | +1.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 7.01 | 2023 | +2.98% | +2.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 5.03 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 4.85 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.08 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 3.99 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Iraq | 3.79 | 2023 | +3.7% | +1.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.18 | 2023 | +2.17% | +1.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Saudi Arabia | 3.13 | 2023 | +2.21% | +2.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 3.04 | 2023 | +1.5% | +1.71% | View data |
