Roasted chicory, coffee substitutes and extracts market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for roasted chicory and other coffee substitutes in Czechia expanded substantially from 1 339 t in 2019 to 2 486 t in 2024 in physical volume. This growth accelerated sharply in 2023 and 2024, following a period of relative stability earlier in the period. The increase was supported by several key developments, including regulatory actions that separated coffee substitutes from instant coffee blends and a sustained rise in coffee prices that made substitutes more cost-competitive.

A 2019 ban on adding coffee substitutes to instant coffee redirected demand toward standalone substitute products. Subsequently, global coffee price increases, further amplified by the EU's 7.5% import duty on roasted coffee from outside the union in 2022, raised the relative affordability of chicory and grain-based alternatives. At the same time, growing consumer interest in healthier options boosted the appeal of substitutes made from chicory, dandelion, and cereals.

By 2024, the market volume reached 2 486 t, more than 1.5 times the 2022 level. This rapid expansion reflects a structural shift in consumption patterns, where coffee substitutes have carved out a niche as both an economical and health-conscious choice compared to traditional coffee.

Production roasted chicory, coffee substitutes and extracts in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2021, the output of roasted chicory, coffee substitutes, and extracts in Czechia was valued at 2,946 thousand US dollars, marking a 9.7% improvement compared to the previous year. Production reached its lowest point in 2020 at 2,685 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline that year at 4.5%. Over the period from 2019 to 2021, production increased by 4.7%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 1.6%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Czechia produced 889.0 tonnes of roasted chicory, coffee substitutes, and extracts, showing a modest rise of 1.9% from the previous year. The lowest production level was recorded in 2020 at 872.0 tonnes, with the largest decline that year at 7.2%. From 2019 to 2021, overall production decreased by 5.4%, resulting in a compound annual growth rate of 1.8%.

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

Exports roasted chicory, coffee substitutes and extracts from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Market behavior during these years was characterized by volatility. The lowest export volume occurred in 2020 at 128.6 tonnes, with the largest decline that year at 11.4%. In 2021, exports of roasted chicory, coffee substitutes, and extracts from Czechia totaled 229.2 tonnes, indicating a dramatic increase of 78.3% compared to 2020. The highest volume was recorded in 2021, creating a peak-to-trough ratio of 1.8 times between the lowest and highest points.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Slovakia remained the primary market for exports in kind, accounting for 79.9% of total flows. The remaining volume was distributed across numerous other destinations.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Market behavior during these years was marked by volatility. The lowest export value was recorded in 2019 at 480 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline that year at 27.6%. In 2021, Czechia's exports of roasted chicory, coffee substitutes, and extracts reached 1,190 thousand US dollars, representing a 114.3% uptick year-over-year. The highest value occurred in 2021, resulting in a peak-to-trough ratio of 2.5 times between the lowest and highest points.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Slovakia accounted for 70.3% of total exports in value terms, while the remaining flows were distributed among a broad group of smaller countries.

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

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

Imports roasted chicory, coffee substitutes and extracts to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

Roasted chicory, coffee substitutes, and extracts imports into Czechia increased for the second consecutive year. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2019 at 544.3 tonnes, with the largest decline that year at 11.2%. In 2021, Czechia imported 727.7 tonnes, representing a steep gain of 31.7% relative to the prior year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports increased by 18.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.9%.

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

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Portugal, Germany, and Poland formed the core group of markets for imports in kind. Portugal accounted for 53.3% of imports, Germany for 25.0%, and Poland for 17.1%, together representing 95.4% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year decline, roasted chicory, coffee substitutes, and extracts imports into Czechia increased. The lowest import value was recorded in 2020 at 2,656 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline in 2019 at 15.6%. In 2021, imports came to 3,665 thousand US dollars, indicating a sharp increase of 38.0% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports increased by 5.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.8%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Portugal, Germany, and Poland formed the main cluster of markets for imports in value terms. Portugal accounted for 45.7% of imports, Germany for 31.2%, and Poland for 17.5%, with a combined share of 94.4% of total flows.

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

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