Sauces, mixed condiments and seasonings market in Slovenia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for sauces, mixed condiments and seasonings in Slovenia expanded significantly from 2,523 t in 2018 to 4,469 t in 2021. This growth was supported by increased direct sales and state promotion of quality agricultural products, which bolstered local production and consumer interest. A rising focus on health and natural ingredients further stimulated demand for organic and gluten-free products, driving new product development and segment growth.

Market volume dipped to 3,711 t in 2022, influenced by the ban on single-use plastic packaging in the hospitality sector and restrictions on individual portion containers, which affected packaging and distribution logistics. Ownership changes, such as the sale of Droga Kolinska's vegetable and sauce programs to other companies, altered the competitive landscape. Volume recovered to 4,428 t in 2023 as Slovenian producers of hot sauces gained recognition abroad, indicating strength in that segment, and the market adapted to packaging regulations. In 2024, volume eased to 4,053 t amid ongoing adjustments to the packaging waste management system, which continued to shape production and distribution practices.

Production sauces, mixed condiments and seasonings in Slovenia

In kind, 2017-2020, t

The market showed significant volatility during this period. Import levels varied considerably, with a 2.2-fold difference between the low point in 2017 and the high point in 2019. In Slovenia, production of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings reached 1 010 tonnes in 2020, marking a 30.7% decrease from the previous year. The peak production was recorded in 2019 at 1 458 tonnes. The largest year-on-year increase occurred in 2018, with growth of 87.0%.

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

Exports sauces, mixed condiments and seasonings from Slovenia

Exports in kind, t

After rising for two consecutive years, Slovenia's exports of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings declined in 2020. Exports totaled 4 363 tonnes that year, representing a significant reduction of 18.4% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 10.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of -3.6%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 5 350 tonnes. The largest year-on-year increase occurred in 2018, with growth of 8.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Slovenia's exports of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings were relatively diversified. The top three destinations—Croatia (19.4% of export volume), Poland (16.5%), and Italy (13.3%)—together accounted for 49.3% of total exports.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Slovenia's export value of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 10 668 thousand US dollars, which was 10.9% lower than in 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, export value decreased by 3.9%, equivalent to an annualized decline of 1.3%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 12 756 thousand US dollars. The largest year-on-year increase also occurred in 2018, with growth of 15.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Slovenia's sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings were exported to numerous countries. Even the three largest markets—Croatia, Poland, and Italy—together represented only 44.8% of total export value.

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

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

Imports sauces, mixed condiments and seasonings to Slovenia

Imports in kind, t

Slovenia's import volume of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports totaled 1 010 tonnes, showing only a marginal change compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 14.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the main sources for Slovenia's imports of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings were Croatia (26.5% of import volume), Austria (14.7%), and Germany (12.2%). Together, these three countries accounted for 53.5% of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Slovenia's import value of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports amounted to 21 189 thousand US dollars, representing a 2.4% decrease from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, import value increased by 6.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.0%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 21 808 thousand US dollars. The largest year-on-year increase also occurred in 2018, with growth of 9.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the leading sources for Slovenia's imports of sauces, mixed condiments, and seasonings in value terms were Croatia (23.7% of import value), Germany (15.6%), and Austria (13.4%). Together, these three countries accounted for 52.8% of total import value.

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

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