Stuffed pasta market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the stuffed pasta market in Portugal expanded, supported by the entry of new artisanal producers and a growing consumer interest in gourmet foods. The increased availability in major supermarket chains like Continente and Lidl broadened product access. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 initially caused supply chain disruptions but subsequently boosted demand for convenient, fresh foods suited for home cooking, which stabilized market volume.

From 2021 to 2023, the market experienced accelerated growth, with volume more than doubling by 2023. This surge was primarily driven by the expansion of the Spanish retailer Mercadona into Portugal, significantly increasing the distribution and variety of stuffed pasta. Continued consumer focus on health, convenience, and premium gourmet options further sustained demand. Regulatory developments, such as Decree-Law No. 15/2022 promoting carbon neutrality, began influencing industry practices around sustainability and packaging.

Looking ahead, the market environment continues to be shaped by retail growth and strategic investments. Major supermarket chains, including Mercadona with plans for hundreds of new stores, are expanding their footprint. While economic factors like inflation present cost pressures, ongoing investments in production efficiency, digitalization, and online sales channels are aimed at meeting evolving consumer preferences for quality and convenience.

Production stuffed pasta in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Portugal's stuffed pasta production has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the output of stuffed pasta was valued at 1 373 thousand US dollars, marking a significant 34.0% increase compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production surged by 647.3%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 95.5%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Portugal's stuffed pasta production has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 225.1 tonnes of stuffed pasta, representing a solid 14.3% increase compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 288.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 57.2%.

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

Exports stuffed pasta from Portugal

Exports in kind, t

Cross-border shipments of stuffed pasta from Portugal have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, Portugal exported 2 170 tonnes of stuffed pasta, amounting to a substantial rise of 69.9% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports increased by 182.7%, equating to an annualized rate of 41.4%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, the main destinations for Portugal's stuffed pasta exports in kind were Spain, accounting for 45.0% of exports, France with 33.3%, and Switzerland at 7.9%. Together, these three countries represented 86.3% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The market performance showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Exports in value terms reached their lowest point in 2019 at 3 093 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline recorded that year at 6.6%. In 2020, exports saw the largest increase of 100.6%. By 2021, exports hit their maximum at 11 248 thousand US dollars, indicating a sharp gain of 81.3% compared to the previous year, with a swing of 3.6 times between the lowest and highest points.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain and France played the leading roles in Portugal's stuffed pasta exports in value terms, jointly accounting for 81.4% of total flows, while the remaining share was distributed among other countries.

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

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

Imports stuffed pasta to Portugal

Imports in kind, t

Stuffed pasta shipments to Portugal from abroad have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports stood at 18 721 tonnes, reflecting a robust gain of 15.9% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 25.9%, equating to an annualized rate of 8.0%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain and France were the leading sources for Portugal's stuffed pasta imports in kind, with a combined share of 82.3% of total flows, while the remaining share was spread across other countries.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Portugal's stuffed pasta imports have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports came to 53 583 thousand US dollars, indicating a solid rise of 11.9% versus the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 10.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 3.3%. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 46 522 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 4.4% also occurring that year.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain and France formed a dominant pair of markets for Portugal's stuffed pasta imports in value terms, jointly accounting for 81.9% of total flows, whereas other countries represented the residual share.

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

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