Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares market in Colombia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for bread and pastry in Colombia expanded from 17 thousand tons in 2018 to 21 thousand tons in 2019, aided by initiatives to professionalize the baking sector through training in sanitation, taxation, and administration. However, in 2020, market volume contracted to 13.5 thousand tons, even as new players entered the market, signaling continued dynamism.

Recovery followed, with the market reaching 20 thousand tons in 2022. This period saw the rise of specialized bakeries offering vegan and health-conscious products, responding to consumer shifts toward plant-based diets and quality-focused purchases. Inflation and higher raw material prices pressured producers, but demand for differentiated goods supported market volume.

In 2023, market size fell sharply to 10 thousand tons, despite a 4.1% increase in production during the first five months. The sector adapted with hybrid sales models and emphasized local, artisanal products, though cost pressures persisted. By 2024, market restructuring included the closure of some firms, while trends highlighted freshness and presentation as key consumer priorities.

Production bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares in Colombia

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Top producers of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares, 2017-2020

World map of production of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares, 2017-2020

Colombia's production of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares has grown for the second year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 34 965 tons of these goods, marking a modest increase of 7.7% compared to 2019. The lowest production volume was recorded in 2018 at 31 272 tons, which also saw the largest decline of 10.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Colombia in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

The value of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares production in Colombia has risen for the second consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 74 516 thousand US dollars, up 3.1% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 15.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 71 459 thousand US dollars, which experienced the largest decline of 19.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Colombia in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares from Colombia

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Colombia's exports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares have increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, the country exported 50 774 tons, showing a significant rise of 14.2% compared to the prior year. From 2017 to 2020, exports grew by 27.5%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 8.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Colombia in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, the United States, Ecuador, and Haiti were the top three markets, collectively accounting for 55.8% of Colombia's total exports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares in volume terms.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Colombia in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Colombia's export value of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares has grown for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 108.2 million US dollars, indicating a 9.2% increase compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, exports rose by 7.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 2.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 95.5 million US dollars, which saw the largest decline of 5.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Colombia in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In the period from 2017 to 2020, the United States, Ecuador, and Panama formed the main cluster of markets for Colombia's exports in value terms. The United States accounted for 32.8% of exports, Ecuador for 18.2%, and Panama for 5.4%, together representing 56.4% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Colombia in value, 2017-2020

Imports bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares to Colombia

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After two years of growth, Colombia's imports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares declined in volume. In 2020, imports totaled 29 312 tons, down 11.6% year-on-year. From 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 19.7%, with an annualized rate of 6.2%. The highest volume was recorded in 2019 at 33 174 tons, which also saw the largest increase of 20.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Colombia in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Peru, Spain, and Turkey were the leading sources for Colombia's imports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares in volume terms. Peru accounted for 47.6% of imports, Spain for 14.1%, and Turkey for 12.5%, together making up 74.2% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Colombia in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

Following two years of improvement, Colombia's import value of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares decreased. In 2020, imports totaled 61.0 million US dollars, equivalent to a 12.8% drop year-on-year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 9.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.0%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 70.0 million US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 12.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Colombia in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Peru, Spain, and the United States formed the main cluster of markets for Colombia's imports in value terms. Peru accounted for 39.5% of imports, Spain for 14.5%, and the United States for 13.7%, collectively representing 67.7% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Colombia in value, 2017-2020