U.S. Ice Market. Analysis And Forecast to 2030
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U.S. Ice Market. Analysis And Forecast to 2030

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Ice Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Ice Price in the United States (CIF) - 2023
  2. Ice Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022
  3. Ice Imports in the United States
  4. Ice Exports in the United States

Ice Price in the United States (CIF) - 2023

In August 2023, the average ice import price amounted to $406 per ton, falling by -3% against the previous month. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in October 2022 when the average import price increased by 35% month-to-month. The import price peaked at $441 per ton in December 2022; however, from January 2023 to August 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Italy ($1,045 per ton), while the price for Canada ($142 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+5.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Ice Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average ice export price amounted to $93 per ton, with a decrease of -66.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $432 per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($2,229 per ton), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($26 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (+28.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Ice Imports in the United States

In 2022, the amount of ice imported into the United States soared to 638K tons, with an increase of 29% against the year before. Overall, total imports indicated a strong expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.6% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +86.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 44%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, ice imports surged to $234M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated buoyant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +11.5% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +92.3% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Ice in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Fiji11586.112015310.0%
Italy30.619.49.830.0-0.7%
Canada11.06.57.821.224.4%
AustriaN/A2.67.718.5166.7%
Others12.57.211.511.1-3.9%
Total16912215723411.5%

Top Suppliers of Ice to the United States in 2022:

  1. Fiji (411.1K tons)
  2. Canada (106.1K tons)
  3. Austria (52.9K tons)
  4. Italy (52.1K tons)

Ice Exports in the United States

Ice exports from the United States soared to 951K tons in 2022, growing by 138% against 2021. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, ice exports fell notably to $89M in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 19%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $120M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Export of Ice in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada20.920.124.623.03.2%
Japan29.527.823.215.8-18.8%
Mexico12.320.216.415.17.1%
Netherlands4.86.35.44.7-0.7%
Panama3.66.53.13.1-4.9%
Bahamas0.80.81.42.035.7%
Guatemala1.00.91.01.617.0%
Taiwan (Chinese)6.69.54.71.0-46.7%
Others21.728.430.622.81.7%
Total10112011189.0-4.1%

Top Export Markets for Ice from the United States in 2022:

  1. Mexico (590.2K tons)
  2. Canada (153.5K tons)
  3. Japan (33.5K tons)
  4. Bahamas (23.8K tons)
  5. Panama (17.1K tons)
  6. Netherlands (15.2K tons)
  7. Guatemala (10.7K tons)
  8. Taiwan (Chinese) (0.4K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ice market in the U.S.. 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.

Product coverage:

  • NAICS 312113 - Ice manufacturing

Companies mentioned:

  • Reddy Ice Holdings
  • United States Cold Storage
  • The Home City Ice Company
  • Growers Ice
  • Gaia Enterprises
  • Arctic Glacier Minnesota
  • Cosner Ice Company
  • Lillis JP Enterprises
  • Arctic Glacier Oregon
  • Mountain Water Ice Company
  • Jems Enterprises
  • A T Reynolds & Sons
  • Reddy Ice Corporation
  • Arctic Iowa
  • Pelican Ice & Cold Storage
  • Arctic Glacier Minnesota
  • Arctic Glacier USA
  • Pelton-Shepherd Industries
  • Grocers Ice & Cold Storage Co.
  • Arctic Glacier Texas
  • Tinley Ice Company
  • Maplewood Ice Co.
  • Star Ice & Fuel
  • Saint John Ice Company
  • Triangle Ice Company of Beaufort

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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