
Spain - Sardines (Prepared Or Preserved) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
Preserved Sardine Price in Spain Falls Slightly to $5,332 per Ton
Spain Preserved Sardine Import Price in October 2022
In October 2022, the preserved sardines price amounted to $5,332 per ton (CIF, Spain), waning by -2.9% against the previous month. Over the period from January 2022 to October 2022, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in February 2022 when the average import price increased by 9.9% month-to-month. The import price peaked at $5,750 per ton in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to October 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In October 2022, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($6,049 per ton), while the price for Portugal ($3,673 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to October 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Croatia (+2.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.
Spain Preserved Sardine Imports
In October 2022, imports of sardines (prepared or preserved) into Spain stood at 802 tons, almost unchanged from September 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in June 2022 when imports increased by 87% m-o-m. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in October 2022.
In value terms, preserved sardines imports dropped slightly to $4.3M (IndexBox estimates) in October 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in June 2022 when imports increased by 92% month-to-month. Imports peaked at 4.4K tons in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to October 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
Spain Preserved Sardine Imports by Country
Morocco (423 tons), Croatia (287 tons) and Portugal (92 tons) were the main suppliers of preserved sardines imports to Spain, together accounting for 100% of total imports.
From January 2022 to October 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Portugal (with a CAGR of +11.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest preserved sardines suppliers to Spain were Morocco ($2.6M), Croatia ($1.4M) and Portugal ($339K), with a combined 100% share of total imports.
Among the main suppliers, Croatia, with a CAGR of +11.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Factos Affecting Preserved Sardine Prices
Sardines are a type of small, oily fish that are typically preserved in cans or jars. They are popular in many parts of the world, including Spain, where they are often used as a tapa (small dish) or ingredient in dishes such as paella.
The main factors affecting the price of preserved sardines are the cost of raw materials, production costs and demand. In terms of raw materials, sardines are mainly caught in the wild and therefore prices are subject to fluctuations depending on supply and demand. For example, bad weather conditions can lead to lower catches, driving up prices. In terms of production costs, canning sardines is a labor-intensive process and therefore higher labor costs can lead to higher prices for finished products.
The price of preserved sardines can also vary depending on the region of Spain where they are purchased, as well as the time of year. Generally, prices for preserved sardines are highest in the summer months.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the preserved sardines market in Spain. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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