Not in shell eggs and egg yolks market in Finland

Earlier Report Observations

In 2018, Finland's market for not in shell eggs and egg yolks was underpinned by a well-established production base of approximately 220 farms with 4 million hens, operating under strict salmonella‑free standards that reinforced food safety and domestic consumer confidence. The physical market volume reached 4 800 t, though high exports limited local availability. A sharp drop in exports the following year redirected supply inward, pushing market volume up to 6 700 t in 2019. By 2020, while overall volume eased to 5 400 t, the dried egg segment began to expand, driven by rising demand for long‑shelf‑life ingredients in baking and processed foods.

From 2021 to 2024, the market's physical volume stabilized around 5 500–5 800 t, but its value rose steadily from 13 000 тыс. долл. to nearly 19 800 тыс. долл. This growth was fueled by a shift toward higher‑value processed egg products, such as dried egg powders and frozen yolks, which gained traction due to convenience, extended shelf life, and alignment with health‑conscious, protein‑rich diets. The operational efficiency of frozen yolks in mayonnaise and dressings, along with sustained consumer trust in Finland's salmonella‑free status, further supported the market's value expansion.

Production not in shell eggs and egg yolks in Finland

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Finland's production of not in shell eggs and egg yolks declined after two years of growth. In 2020, output was valued at 12 332 thousand US dollars, marking a moderate year-over-year decrease of 6.0%. Over the 2017-2020 period, production increased by 23.1%, with an average annual growth rate of 7.2%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 13 114 thousand US dollars, while the largest annual increase occurred in 2018 at 25.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Finland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Finland ranked 25th globally in production volume of not in shell eggs and egg yolks.

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

In 2020, Finland produced 6 125 tonnes of not in shell eggs and egg yolks, representing a 5.2% decrease compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, production declined by 13.5%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 4.7%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2018 at 6 058 tonnes, which also saw the largest annual decline of 14.4%. The largest increase occurred in 2019 with growth of 6.6%.

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

Exports not in shell eggs and egg yolks from Finland

Exports in kind, t

Export volumes showed significant volatility during this period. The lowest point was recorded in 2019 at 372 tonnes, while the peak occurred in 2018 at 1 903 tonnes, creating a 5.1-fold difference between these years. In 2020, exports from Finland reached 1 555 tonnes, representing a substantial 317.8% increase compared to the previous year. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 80.4%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Estonia and Sweden together accounted for 92.2% of Finland's total exports of not in shell eggs and egg yolks by volume, with the remaining share distributed among smaller markets.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Finland's export value of not in shell eggs and egg yolks reached 2 811 thousand US dollars, showing a modest 1.1% increase compared to 2019. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 2 781 thousand US dollars, while the highest occurred in 2018 at 3 128 thousand US dollars. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 11.1%, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 9.9%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, Estonia and Sweden dominated Finland's export structure by value, together accounting for 91.0% of total flows, with other markets representing the remaining share.

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

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

Imports not in shell eggs and egg yolks to Finland

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Finland's imports of not in shell eggs and egg yolks reached 793 tonnes, reflecting a robust 23.0% increase compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 25.6%, with an average annual growth rate of 7.9%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 1.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Denmark, Germany, and Sweden were Finland's largest suppliers of not in shell eggs and egg yolks by volume. Denmark accounted for 46.4% of imports, Germany for 19.4%, and Sweden for 14.1%, together representing 79.9% of total import volume.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Finland's import value of not in shell eggs and egg yolks stood at 2 751 thousand US dollars, representing a significant 30.8% increase compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 34.2%, with an average annual growth rate of 10.3%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 7.7%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, Denmark, Germany, and Sweden remained Finland's key import sources by value. Denmark accounted for 41.7% of import value, Germany for 17.3%, and Sweden for 16.8%, together representing 75.9% of total import flows.

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

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