Flour or powder of fruits and nuts market in India

Earlier Report Observations

The market for flour and powder of fruits and nuts in India expanded from 17 980 t in 2018 to 20 626 t in 2019, driven by rising health consciousness and disposable incomes that increased demand for dry fruits and nut-based products. Government initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana enhanced food processing infrastructure, supporting production growth. However, in 2020, the market volume declined to 19 316 t, following a sharp drop in imports.

Recovery began in 2021, with the market reaching 20 440 t, aided by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) introducing registration requirements for food manufacturing facilities and regulating nutraceuticals, which bolstered consumer confidence in quality and safety. The upward trend continued into 2022, with the market edging up to 20 823 t as health and nutrition awareness remained strong. In 2023, despite a drop in market volume to 19 476 t, production increased, and exports surged, fueled by the entry of new players launching innovative products like multigrain mixes and healthful snacks, while FSSAI enforcement drives ensured compliance with safety standards, facilitating export growth.

By 2024, imports rose significantly to 3 068 t, while exports remained high at 7 375 t. Regulatory reforms, including the re-operationalization of the Nutra Regulations and mandatory fortification of staple foods, shaped the industry landscape. Additionally, the growth of digital retail channels improved accessibility to premium dry fruit products across the country, further integrating the market.

Production flour or powder of fruits and nuts in India

In kind, 2017-2020, t

India ranked 4th globally in the production of flour or powder made from fruits and nuts from 2017 to 2020.

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

India's production of flour or powder from fruits and nuts grew for the third year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 24,097 tonnes, showing a modest increase of 1.3% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production rose by 3.2%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 1.1%.

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

Exports flour or powder of fruits and nuts from India

Exports in kind, t

After two years of decline, India's exports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts rebounded. In 2020, exports totaled 5,583 tonnes, marking a significant improvement of 21.5% over 2019. However, from 2017 to 2020, overall exports fell by 27.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of -10.2%. The lowest point was in 2019, with 4,594 tonnes, when exports dropped sharply by 31.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, India's export market for flour or powder from fruits and nuts was quite diverse. The United States accounted for 23.8% of exports, the United Arab Emirates for 13.0%, and the United Kingdom for 11.1%. Together, these three countries made up 47.9% of total exports, while the remaining 52.1% went to a wide range of other nations.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, India's exports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts in value terms reached $7,635,000, reflecting a solid increase of 11.0% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, however, export value declined by 45.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -18.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at $6,878,000, while the peak was in 2018 at $14,782,000. The sharpest drop occurred in 2019, with a 53.5% decrease.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the United States was the top destination for India's exports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts in value terms, with a 22.7% share. The United Arab Emirates followed at 21.6%, and the United Kingdom at 9.2%. Combined, these three markets accounted for 53.5% of total export value.

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

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

Imports flour or powder of fruits and nuts to India

Imports in kind, t

Following two years of growth, India's imports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts declined. In 2020, imports amounted to 801 tonnes, representing a steep contraction of 44.2% year-over-year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 12.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of -4.5%. The highest import volume was in 2019 at 1,435 tonnes, with the largest increase occurring in 2018 at 28.4%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Sri Lanka dominated India's imports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts in volume terms, holding a substantial 90.3% share of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

India's imports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts in value terms fell for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports stood at $3,487,000, indicating an intense decline of 41.9% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, import value dropped by 25.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -9.3%. The peak was in 2018 at $6,822,000, when imports surged by 46.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Sri Lanka and the United States were the two key sources for India's imports of flour or powder from fruits and nuts in value terms, together accounting for 98.5% of total import value.

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

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