Not in shell eggs and egg yolks market in South America, 2026

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for not in shell eggs and egg yolks in South America grew from 116 thousand tonnes in 2018 to 125 thousand tonnes in 2020. This expansion was fueled by increased national egg production in Brazil, where private investments and the adoption of hybrid breeds and modern farming practices strengthened industrial output. Simultaneously, rising demand for processed egg products like liquid, powdered, and frozen eggs, driven by trends for convenience and practicality in consumption, broadened market reach.

After 2020, the market volume stabilized around 126 thousand tonnes. The avian influenza outbreak prompted stricter biosecurity measures and vaccination protocols, which affected the supply chain but helped maintain steady production. Market resilience was further supported by product diversification, including growing demand for egg products from the foodservice sector. Furthermore, record growth in Brazilian egg exports, which surged by 168% in 2023, consolidated the country's position as a major global producer and influenced domestic supply dynamics.

By 2024, Brazilian egg exports continued to rise, with Paraná state achieving a 24.5% increase in revenue and trade to 36 countries. National production was projected to reach 56.9 billion eggs, an 8.5% rise from the previous year. However, cost pressures from inputs like corn and soybean meal, along with increased inventories due to lower seasonal demand, presented challenges for producer profitability. Domestically, consumer preference leaned toward shell eggs, with offline retail channels valuing brands that invested in animal welfare and sustainability.

Production not in shell eggs and egg yolks in South America

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

South America's production of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the region produced 126.1 K t, marking a 3.8% increase from 2019. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, production rose by 27.4%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 8.4%.

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

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

South America's production of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in value terms declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the output was valued at 373.8 M $ US, representing a gradual decrease of 7.3% compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production fell by 3.3%, averaging an annual decline of 1.1%. The peak value occurred in 2018 at 548.2 M $ US, with the largest annual increase of 41.9% also recorded that year. In contrast, 2019 saw the steepest drop of 26.5%.

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

Exports not in shell eggs and egg yolks from South America

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, South America's exports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks by volume reached 2 850 t, reflecting a significant decline of 16.2% from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 27.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 10.0%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2018 at 2 442 t, which also experienced the largest annual decline of 37.5%. The most notable increase occurred in 2019, with a rise of 39.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, South America exported not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks to a diverse range of markets. The top three destinations—Japan (9.9% of exports by volume), the United Arab Emirates (9.5%), and Cuba (9.2%)—collectively accounted for 28.6% of total exports. The remaining 71.4% was distributed among numerous smaller markets, highlighting a broad export structure.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

South America's exports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in value terms declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports totaled 8 447 K $ US, showing a contraction of 25.1% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 44.6%, which corresponds to an annualized decrease of 17.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the largest buyers of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks from South America in value terms were Cuba (17.1% of exports), Japan (8.3%), and the United Arab Emirates (5.0%). Together, these three countries contributed 30.3% of total exports, indicating a diversified export structure with no single market dominating.

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

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

Imports not in shell eggs and egg yolks to South America

Imports in kind, t

South America's imports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks by volume increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, import volume stood at 1 985 t, representing a steep gain of 37.2% from 2019. However, over the full period from 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 10.2%, averaging an annual decline of 3.5%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2018 at 1 331 t, which also saw the largest annual drop of 39.8%.

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

During 2017–2020, South America imported not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks from many different markets. Even the top three suppliers—the United States, Denmark, and Germany—combined for only 25.8% of total imports by volume, underscoring a highly fragmented import structure.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

South America's imports of not-in-shell eggs and egg yolks in value terms increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports were recorded at 12 112 K $ US, up by 33.4% year-on-year. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 44.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2%.

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

The partner structure for imports in value terms from 2017 to 2020 was fragmented. The United States (17.3% of imports), Denmark (8.0%), and Germany (2.7%) together accounted for 27.9% of total flows, with no single country holding a dominant share.

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

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