Sauces, condiments, seasonings and mustard market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

The market for sauces, condiments, seasonings and mustard in Lithuania expanded significantly from 2018 to 2024, with volume rising from 34,106 t to 40,360 t and value increasing from 65.9 million USD to 107.5 million USD. The strongest growth in volume occurred in 2020 and 2021, while value saw a notable jump in 2023.

In 2022, market volume dipped slightly to 38,363 t, yet value remained stable at 88.4 million USD. During this period, several trends emerged, including rising consumer preference for natural and organic mustard sauces, growth in the convenience food segment, and expansion of online sales channels. These factors supported demand for higher-value products, helping maintain market value despite the temporary volume contraction.

Volume recovered to 39,834 t in 2023 and reached 40,360 t in 2024, while value surged to 107.5 million USD in 2023 and held steady in 2024. The sustained growth in value indicates a market shift towards premium and innovative products, aligning with broader consumer trends towards health-conscious and diverse flavor options.

Production sauces, condiments, seasonings and mustard in Lithuania

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Production of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard in Lithuania has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output reached 47 414 thousand US dollars, marking a significant 29.6% rise compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 32.4%, with an average annual growth rate of 9.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 32 809 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 8.4%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Lithuania's production volume of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard has risen for the second year in a row. In 2021, the country produced 25 934 tonnes, showing a strong increase of 16.0% from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, production grew by 22%, translating to an annualized rate of 6.8%. The minimum volume was in 2019 at 20 476 tonnes, with the largest drop of 3.7% occurring that year.

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

Exports sauces, condiments, seasonings and mustard from Lithuania

Exports in kind, t

Exports of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard from Lithuania have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports totaled 8 886 tonnes, representing a dramatic gain of 44.3% compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, exports rose by 51.1%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 14.8%.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, Latvia, Poland, and Russia were the main markets for Lithuania's exports in kind. Latvia accounted for 22.8% of exports, Poland for 15.2%, and Russia for 14.8%, together making up 52.8% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Lithuania's export value of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard has grown for the third year in a row. In 2021, exports amounted to 24 143 thousand US dollars, which is 46.2% higher than the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports increased by 58%, with a compound annual growth rate of 16.5%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Latvia, Russia, and Poland remained the primary buyers of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard from Lithuania in value terms. Latvia represented 20.8% of exports, Russia 19.7%, and Poland 16.0%, collectively forming 56.5% of total export value.

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

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

Imports sauces, condiments, seasonings and mustard to Lithuania

Imports in kind, t

Imports of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard into Lithuania have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totaled 22 720 tonnes, indicating a modest rise of 2.4% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 21.3%, with an average annual growth rate of 6.7%.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, Poland, Germany, and Latvia stood out as the main sources for imports in kind. Poland accounted for 23.6% of imports, Germany for 22.3%, and Latvia for 14.1%, together representing 60.1% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Imported volumes of sauces, condiments, seasonings, and mustard into Lithuania have risen for the third year in a row. In 2021, imports reached 64 983 thousand US dollars, showing a solid increase of 12.2% relative to the prior year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 43.4%, equating to an annualized rate of 12.8%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, Germany, and Latvia formed the main group of destinations for imports in value terms. Poland represented 27.1% of imports, Germany 21.2%, and Latvia 12.9%, with a combined share of 61.2% of total import flows.

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

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