Mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes and biscuits market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the market for baking mixes in Poland stabilized, with volume moving from 212 thousand tons to 213 thousand tons. This period was characterized by growing domestic demand for baking mixes, which stimulated local production and consumption. In 2020, global supply chain disruptions posed challenges, but rising consumer interest in healthy, gluten-free, and natural products helped maintain stable market demand.

From 2021 onward, the market entered a phase of rapid expansion, with volume jumping to 250 thousand tons in 2021 and reaching 346 thousand tons by 2024. This strong growth was primarily driven by significant health and wellness trends, including the popularity of gluten-free, low-sugar, and organic products. The emergence of new product segments, such as keto and vegan baking mixes in 2021, catered to evolving consumer preferences and broadened the market's appeal. Simultaneously, a shift in consumer behavior toward convenience and ready-to-use solutions for home baking substantially increased demand for baking mixes.

Market development was further accelerated by the entry of international companies, which introduced new organic and keto-friendly product lines in Poland in 2023, enhancing competition and variety. The growing role of e-commerce and modern distribution channels also improved product accessibility for consumers. These factors, combined with the sustained trends toward health and convenience, supported continuous market growth through the end of the period.

Production mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes and biscuits in Poland

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In Poland, the output value of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits reached 346.1 million US dollars in 2020, marking a 2.9% increase compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 11.1%, with an average annual growth rate of 3.6%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 1.4%, while the most significant increase was recorded in 2018, at 9.6%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, Poland ranked as the world's third-largest producer of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits by volume, solidifying its position among the global leaders in this sector.

Top producers of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes and biscuits, 2017-2020

World map of production of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes and biscuits, 2017-2020

Following two years of growth, the production of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits in Poland experienced a decline. In 2020, output stood at 204.0 thousand tonnes, representing a 2.5% decrease year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, overall production increased by 15.6%, translating to an average annual rate of 5.0%. The peak was reached in 2019, with 209.1 thousand tonnes, while the largest increase occurred in 2018, at 12.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Exports mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes and biscuits from Poland

Exports in kind, t

Exports of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits from Poland grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the export volume amounted to 39 129 tonnes, reflecting an 8.0% increase compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, exports surged by 98.6%, equating to an average annual growth rate of 25.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Poland's export structure in volume terms showed a diversified range of partners. Germany accounted for 22.6% of exports, the Netherlands for 13.1%, and Czechia for 8.2%, together making up 43.9% of total flows. The remaining 56.1% was distributed across numerous smaller markets.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of Poland's exports of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits rose for the third year in a row. In 2020, exports totaled 75 530 thousand US dollars, showing a moderate gain of 5.0% over the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, export value increased by 102.6%, with an average annual rate of 26.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Poland's exports in value terms of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits were not heavily concentrated on a few key markets. Germany contributed 22.4% of export value, the Netherlands 13.6%, and Czechia 8.3%, collectively accounting for 44.3% of total flows.

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

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

Imports mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes and biscuits to Poland

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Poland's import volume of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits reached 48 479 tonnes, constituting an 18.2% increase year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports grew by 25.3%, with an average annual rate of 7.8%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019, at 5.1%.

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

Over the period 2017–2020, Germany, Austria, and Czechia were the top contributors to Poland's imports in volume terms. Germany accounted for 34.9% of imports, Austria for 23.6%, and Czechia for 9.7%, together making up 68.2% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Poland's imports of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits in value terms stood at 88 833 thousand US dollars, up by 15.9% year-over-year. From 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 28.8%, with an average annual growth rate of 8.8%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 10.7%, while the most significant increase was in 2018, at 24.4%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany, Austria, and Czechia were the largest suppliers of mixes and doughs for bread, pastry, cakes, and biscuits to Poland in value terms. Germany accounted for 33.9% of imports, Austria for 21.5%, and Czechia for 12.2%, together forming 67.6% of total import value.

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

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