Dried shelled chickpeas market in Eastern Asia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for dried shelled chickpeas in Eastern Asia grew substantially from 23 913 t in 2018 to 41 715 t in 2023. This expansion was primarily fueled by a sharp increase in imports, which rose from 8 538 t to 26 184 t over the same period. The growing consumer preference for healthy snacks and plant-based protein, a trend highlighted globally, provided a foundation for this demand. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 specifically heightened focus on health and immunity, further accelerating interest in nutritious foods like chickpeas.

Market growth was sustained by technological advancements in chickpea protein extraction and the development of new functional food products. Major players in China expanded their market presence, while diversification of distribution channels, particularly the rise of online sales, significantly improved product accessibility for consumers. The launch of innovative chickpea-based snacks and processed foods catered to the demand for convenient and health-oriented options.

Continued new product development and the introduction of stricter food labeling and packaging regulations enhanced market transparency and consumer trust. By 2024, imports had reached 34 013 t, reflecting persistent demand even amid global supply chain instability that affected import price volatility. Domestic production remained stable throughout the period at approximately 15 600 t annually.

Production dried shelled chickpeas in Eastern Asia

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of dried shelled chickpeas, 2017-2020

World map of production of dried shelled chickpeas, 2017-2020

In Eastern Asia, production of dried shelled chickpeas remained relatively stable in 2020, reaching 15 642 tonnes, which was nearly unchanged from the previous year. The highest production level was recorded in 2018 at 15 652 tonnes. The most significant decline occurred in 2019, with a decrease of 0.0%, while the largest increase was observed in 2018, rising by 0.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Eastern Asia in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports dried shelled chickpeas from Eastern Asia

Exports in kind, t

Exports of dried shelled chickpeas from Eastern Asia declined for the third consecutive year in 2020, totaling 166 tonnes. This represented a substantial year-over-year reduction of 14.0%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 95.1%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -63.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the Netherlands, Pakistan, and India were the primary markets for dried shelled chickpeas exports from Eastern Asia in terms of volume. The Netherlands accounted for 30.5% of exports, Pakistan for 18.0%, and India for 15.6%. Together, these three countries represented 64.1% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of dried shelled chickpeas exports from Eastern Asia declined for the third consecutive year in 2020, reaching 162 thousand US dollars. This marked a significant year-over-year decrease of 16.0%. Between 2017 and 2020, export value fell by 96.1%, equating to an annualized rate of -66.2%.

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

During the period from 2017 to 2020, the Netherlands, India, and Pakistan formed the core of dried shelled chickpeas exports from Eastern Asia in value terms. The Netherlands held 31.8% of export value, India 15.8%, and Pakistan 15.0%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 62.7% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports dried shelled chickpeas to Eastern Asia

Imports in kind, t

Imports of dried shelled chickpeas into Eastern Asia increased for the third consecutive year in 2020, totaling 14 444 tonnes. This represented a strong year-over-year uptick of 16.7%. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 197.9%, with an annualized rate of 43.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Turkey, India, and the United States were the leading sources of dried shelled chickpeas imports into Eastern Asia by volume. Turkey accounted for 27.0% of imports, India for 22.5%, and the United States for 22.3%. Together, these three countries comprised 71.8% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

After rising for two years, the value of dried shelled chickpeas imports into Eastern Asia declined in 2020, reaching 10 389 thousand US dollars, down by 1.0% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, import value increased by 50.8%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.7%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 10 495 thousand US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018, rising by 35.5%.

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

Throughout 2017 to 2020, the United States, India, and Turkey played the leading roles in the value of dried shelled chickpeas imports into Eastern Asia. The United States accounted for 27.3% of import value, India for 24.1%, and Turkey for 17.6%. Jointly, these three countries represented 69.0% of total import flows.

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

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