Jams, jellies, marmalades, purées and pastes market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2019, the market volume for jams, jellies, marmalades, purées and pastes in Portugal increased from 22 558 t to 22 759 t, driven by rising consumer demand for low-sugar and artificial additive-free products, alongside broader availability in retail channels such as supermarkets and online. However, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains, causing instability in the supply of raw materials like fruits and sugar, which led to a contraction in market size to 19 699 t.

The market decline continued into 2021, falling to 17 030 t, while consumer preferences continued shifting towards healthier options with alternative sweeteners. By 2022, the market rebounded to 23 253 t, supported by factors such as urbanization, population growth, and demand for convenient, ready-to-consume products.

In 2023, market volume stabilized at 23 393 t, while the market value peaked at 69 871 thousand US dollars, indicating a possible increase in average prices or a shift towards higher-value products. By 2024, physical volume grew to 24 483 t, whereas the value decreased to 65 012 thousand US dollars.

Production jams, jellies, marmalades, purées and pastes in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Portugal's production of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes has declined for the second year in a row. In 2021, the output was valued at 12 697 thousand US dollars, marking an 11.4% decrease compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production fell by 11.1%, with an average annual decline of 3.9%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 14 733 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 3.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Portugal's production of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes has dropped for the second consecutive year. In 2021, 4 762 tonnes were produced, reflecting a sharp decline of 29.4% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, production decreased by 20%, equating to an annualized rate of 7.2%. The highest volume was recorded in 2019 at 6 893 tonnes, which also experienced the largest increase of 15.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports jams, jellies, marmalades, purées and pastes from Portugal

Exports in kind, t

Exported volumes of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes from Portugal have increased for the second year in a row. In 2021, Portugal exported 2 656 tonnes, showing a sharp advance of 29.5% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 24.3%, with an average annual growth rate of 7.5%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 1 899 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 11.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, France, and Angola were the main destinations for Portugal's exports of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes in volume terms. Spain accounted for 23.1% of exports, France for 19.7%, and Angola for 8.8%, together absorbing 51.5% of total export volumes.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Portugal in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes exported from Portugal has risen for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports amounted to 8 241 thousand US dollars, indicating a sudden increase of 36.3% relative to the prior year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports increased by 38.6%, with an average annual growth rate of 11.5%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 5 501 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest decline of 7.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the distribution of export values was relatively scattered. Spain accounted for 20.6% of exports in value terms, France for 18.6%, and the United States for 10.4%, together making up just 49.6% of total flows, with no single partner emerging as clearly dominant.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Portugal in value, 2018-2021

Imports jams, jellies, marmalades, purées and pastes to Portugal

Imports in kind, t

Portugal's import volume of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes has declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 14 924 tonnes, remaining almost flat compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports decreased by 20.4%, equating to an annualized rate of 7.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, three principal markets—Spain, France, and Belgium—together accounted for 74.9% of total import volumes of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes into Portugal.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Portugal in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Portugal imported 35 389 thousand US dollars worth of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes, reflecting a 7.1% increase versus the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 33 049 thousand US dollars, which saw the largest decline of 9.6%. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 36 546 thousand US dollars.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, France, and Belgium continued to be the main suppliers of jams, jellies, marmalades, purées, and pastes to Portugal in value terms. Spain accounted for 43.5% of imports, France for 23.3%, and Belgium for 9.7%, jointly forming 76.5% of total import values.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Portugal in value, 2018-2021