The United States leads as the top importer of cereal flours other than wheat or meslin, totaling $112.61 million in 2023. Spain follows with $65.47 million, showing strong growth within Europe. Canada and Germany also play significant roles, importing $37.42 million and $36.43 million, respectively. France and China have imports close to $30 million, highlighting their demand for diverse cereal flours. The Netherlands, Malaysia, Mexico, and Belgium each contribute significantly to the global imports with a combined total exceeding $90 million. Year-on-year fluctuations indicate variable growth patterns across these key markets, with the last five years showing moderate growth rates.
Future trends to watch in the cereal flour import market include:
- Shifts in consumer preferences toward gluten-free and specialty flours influencing import demands.
- Increasing health awareness potentially boosting imports of non-wheat flours.
- Trade policy changes affecting import tariffs and agreements.
- Emerging markets expanding their import activity due to population growth and dietary shifts.
Top countries in Top Importers of Cereal Flours Other Than of Wheat or Meslin
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 112.61 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 65.47 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Canada | 37.42 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 36.43 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 France | 31.69 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 China | 29.23 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 26.24 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Malaysia | 23.13 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Mexico | 22.27 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 19.95 | 2016 |