Not in shell eggs and egg yolks market in Asia

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for not in shell eggs and egg yolks in Asia grew from 870 thousand tons in 2018 to 960 thousand tons in 2020. This acceleration was primarily driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, which boosted demand for shelf-stable and value-added egg ingredients like dried egg yolk powder, as consumers sought protein-rich diets and long-shelf-life food products. The rapid adoption of processed egg formats across industrial applications, supported by foodservice digitization, further contributed to this growth.

In 2021, the market volume stabilized near 959 thousand tons, while its value continued rising due to sustained demand for dried egg products, retail and e-commerce expansion, and technological advancements in processing and packaging. From 2022 to 2023, the market expanded to 999 thousand tons, fueled by increasing consumer preference for ready-to-eat and protein-rich foods, the emergence of new product formats such as pre-cooked egg patties, and growing demand for organic and specialty egg products. Regulatory frameworks on food safety and labeling also influenced market dynamics during this period.

Throughout the observed years, the market was shaped by the entry of new players, launch of premium and specialty egg products, and expansion of cage-free egg production capabilities. Innovations in drying and preservation techniques enhanced product quality, while shifting consumer preferences towards natural and clean-label options supported the overall growth trajectory from 2018 to 2024.

Production not in shell eggs and egg yolks in Asia

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Top producers of not in shell eggs and egg yolks, 2017-2020

World map of production of not in shell eggs and egg yolks, 2017-2020

Asia's production of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the region produced 934.7 thousand tons, marking a modest 4.6% increase compared to 2019. Looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production rose by 12.7%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 4.1%.

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

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In 2020, the value of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks produced in Asia reached 2,631 million US dollars, representing a 6.6% increase from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, production value grew by 21.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.6%. The most significant decline occurred in 2019, when production value fell by 0.4%, while the largest increase was recorded in 2018, with a 14.2% rise.

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

Exports not in shell eggs and egg yolks from Asia

Exports in kind, t

Asia's exports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in volume terms declined in 2020, reaching 14,374 tons—a significant 12.3% drop from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 17.1%, averaging an annual decline of 6.1%. The only increase during this timeframe was in 2019, when exports rose by 0.6%.

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

The export structure for not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks from Asia was diversified between 2017 and 2020. The United States accounted for 7.2% of exports in volume, Australia for 3.1%, and Canada for 2.1%. Together, these three countries represented just 12.4% of total flows, with no single nation holding a dominant position.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Asia's exports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in value terms fell for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports totaled 40.5 million US dollars, down 10.6% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, export value declined by 10.9%, with a compound annual decrease of 3.8%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 48.0 million US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 5.8%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the value of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks exported from Asia was widely distributed among partner countries. The United States accounted for 11.5% of export value, Canada for 3.5%, and Australia for 3.1%. Combined, these three countries represented only 18.2% of total flows, indicating a highly diversified export market.

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

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

Imports not in shell eggs and egg yolks to Asia

Imports in kind, t

Asia's imports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in volume terms declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports stood at 39,633 tons, reflecting a 10.0% decrease from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports fell by 27.7%, with a compound annual decline rate of 10.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the United States was the largest supplier of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks to Asia in volume terms, accounting for 32.5% of imports. Ukraine followed with 9.2%, and Denmark with 3.9%. Together, these three countries contributed 45.6% of total imports, highlighting a diversified supplier structure without overwhelming dominance by any single nation.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Asia's imports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in value terms declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, import value reached 130.7 million US dollars, down 10.9% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 21.4%, with a compound annual decline of 7.7%. The highest import value was recorded in 2018 at 170.7 million US dollars, which also saw a modest increase of 2.8%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a 14.1% drop.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the value of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks imported into Asia was spread across multiple partner countries. The United States accounted for 33.7% of import value, Ukraine for 6.6%, and Denmark for 4.5%. Together, these three suppliers represented 44.7% of total flows, underscoring a diversified import structure.

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

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