Flour or powder of fruits and nuts market in Europe

Earlier Report Observations

The European market for flour of fruits and nuts contracted from 48 527 t in 2018 to 30 614 t in 2020. This decline was pronounced in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic caused logistical disruptions and raw material transport restrictions, leading to supply shortages and a reduced market volume.

Recovery began in 2021, with the market reaching 34 645 t, and growth continued to 37 567 t in 2022. A sharp expansion of 46% followed in 2023, lifting the market to 54 957 t. This surge was driven by the introduction of innovative flour types such as gluten-free, organic, and fortified varieties, fueled by shifting consumer preferences toward health-conscious eating. Technological advances in milling processes and automation also enhanced production efficiency and product quality.

In 2024, health-oriented trends continued to shape the market, with growing demand for fruit powders and legume flours as gluten-free, fiber-rich alternatives. These products saw increased use in baked goods, snacks, and child nutrition, sustaining market momentum.

Production flour or powder of fruits and nuts in Europe

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of flour or powder of fruits and nuts, 2017-2020

World map of production of flour or powder of fruits and nuts, 2017-2020

In 2019, Europe's production of flour or powder from fruits and nuts reached its peak at 43 109 tons. However, by 2020, output had declined to 41 499 tons, marking a 3.7% decrease compared to the previous year. Looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production actually grew by 11.7%, which translates to an average annual increase of 3.8%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 35 915 tons. The most significant year-on-year growth occurred in 2019, with a substantial 20.0% rise.

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

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Europe's production of flour or powder from fruits and nuts has now grown for three consecutive years. In 2020, the output was valued at 1 850 million US dollars, reflecting a solid 10.0% increase compared to 2019. Over the four-year span from 2017 to 2020, production surged by 42.2%, averaging an annual growth rate of 12.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Europe in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports flour or powder of fruits and nuts from Europe

Exports in kind, t

Export volumes of flour or powder from fruits and nuts from Europe have shown considerable volatility, pointing to an unstable market environment. The lowest point was in 2018, with exports at just 9 259 tons, while the peak occurred in 2020 at 33 473 tons—a 3.6-fold difference between these two years. In 2020, exports rose by 5.8% compared to the previous year. The most dramatic decline was recorded in 2018, dropping by 25.7%, whereas the largest increase happened in 2019, skyrocketing by 241.6%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Europe's exports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts were highly fragmented across multiple countries. Turkey accounted for 4.5% of export volumes, Switzerland for 2.3%, and Brazil for 1.7%. Combined, these three partners represented only 8.5% of total exports, with no single country emerging as a dominant player.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Europe's exports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts have increased for the second year in a row. In 2020, export value reached 169.8 million US dollars, up 7.0% from the prior year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 16.9%, corresponding to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 143.8 million US dollars. That year also saw the largest decline, albeit a modest 1.0% drop. The most significant increase occurred in 2019, with a 10.3% rise.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the value-based export structure for flour or powder from fruits and nuts was fairly balanced rather than concentrated. Switzerland held a 3.2% share of export value, Australia 2.0%, and South Korea 1.7%. Together, these three countries represented just 6.8% of total export flows, with the remaining 93.2% distributed among numerous other nations.

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

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

Imports flour or powder of fruits and nuts to Europe

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Europe imported approximately 22 587 tons of flour or powder from fruits and nuts, a slight decrease of 4.6% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports declined by 7.8%, averaging an annual drop of 2.7%. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2018 at 21 871 tons. That year also saw the sharpest decline, with a 10.7% fall. In contrast, the largest increase occurred in 2019, with imports rising by 8.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the United States was the largest supplier of flour or powder from fruits and nuts to Europe, accounting for 9.0% of import volumes. Turkey followed with 4.9%, and Vietnam with 3.5%. However, even combined, these three countries represented only 17.4% of total imports, highlighting a highly diversified supplier base.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Europe's imports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts have now increased for three consecutive years. In 2020, import value stood at 176.6 million US dollars, a modest 4.7% uptick compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 19.1%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Europe's imports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts in value terms were spread across many different markets. The top three destinations—the United States, Turkey, and Vietnam—together accounted for just 21.8% of total import value, underscoring the broad diversification of suppliers.

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

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