Capsicum and pimenta fruits market in Sweden

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the market volume for capsicum and pimenta fruits in Sweden remained relatively stable, with a slight dip to 31 690 t in 2019. The introduction of EU trade standards and mandatory origin labeling in 2018 set the regulatory framework for fresh produce. In 2020, pandemic-related supply chain disruptions combined with increased consumer demand for locally produced and seasonal items supported market growth, lifting volume to 33 192 t.

A significant expansion occurred in 2021, with the market reaching 38 385 t. This surge was driven by sustained consumer focus on sustainability and a strong preference for seasonal and locally sourced products. However, the market contracted to 34 709 t in 2022, a period without major new regulatory changes reported in available sources.

By 2023, market volume declined further to 30 823 t. Ongoing EU trade standards and environmental considerations in logistics continued to shape market conditions. Long-term trends indicated rising consumption of fresh kitchen plants, including peppers, reflecting an evolving demand structure.

Production capsicum and pimenta fruits in Sweden

In kind, 2017-2020, kg

Top producers of capsicum and pimenta fruits, 2017-2020

World map of production of capsicum and pimenta fruits, 2017-2020

The market displayed volatility during the observed period. The lowest production volume was recorded in 2017, while the highest was in 2018, with a peak-to-trough ratio of {ampRatio} times. In 2020, Sweden produced 40 000 kg of capsicum and pimenta fruits, showing only a marginal fluctuation compared to 2019. The maximum value of 40 000 kg was reached in 2018. The largest decline and increase both occurred in 2019, each at 0.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, kg

Exports capsicum and pimenta fruits from Sweden

Exports in kind, t

The market showed an unstable trend throughout the timeframe. From 2017 to 2019, the peak-to-trough amplitude was 3.2 times. In 2020, Sweden's cross-border shipments of capsicum and pimenta fruits amounted to 450 t, up by 222.1% compared to 2019. The minimum value was 140 t in 2019, which also saw the largest decline of 59.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Denmark, Finland, and Germany were the largest contributors to exports in kind, accounting for 67.3%, 9.2%, and 6.7% respectively, and together making up 83.3% of total flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

After a two-year decline, foreign supplies of capsicum and pimenta fruits from Sweden increased. In 2020, exports amounted to 717 K $ US, showing a steep gain of 31.1% compared to 2019. Over the period 2017-2020, exports decreased by 34.6%, with a CAGR of 13.2%. The minimum value was 547 K $ US in 2019, which also recorded the largest decline of 40.6%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Denmark and Germany remained the main buyers of capsicum and pimenta fruits from Sweden, with a combined share of 80.9% of total exports in value terms, while other countries accounted for the fragmented remainder.

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

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

Imports capsicum and pimenta fruits to Sweden

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Sweden's cross-border shipments of capsicum and pimenta fruits amounted to 33 602 t, indicating a moderate increase of 5.7% year-over-year. Over the period 2017-2020, imports increased by 6.5%, with a CAGR of 2.1%. The largest decline was 1.7% in 2019.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the Netherlands and Spain continued to lead the list of markets for imports in kind, together accounting for 82.5% of total flows, with other partners playing a supplementary role.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Sweden's imported volumes of capsicum and pimenta fruits totalled 77 498 K $ US, marking a significant advance of 13.5% year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports increased by 7.1%, equating to a 2.3% annualized rate. The minimum value was 68 271 K $ US in 2019, which also saw the largest decline of 8.4%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the Netherlands and Spain clearly dominated the partner structure for imports in value terms, while other countries together formed the remaining share.

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

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