Malaysia - Sweet Potato - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Sweet Potato Price in Malaysia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Sweet Potato Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2021
  2. Sweet Potato Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2021
  3. Sweet Potato Imports in Malaysia
  4. Sweet Potato Exports in Malaysia

Sweet Potato Price in Malaysia (CIF) - 2021

The average sweet potato import price stood at $710 per ton in December 2021, picking up by 12% against the previous month. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $723 per ton in April 2021; however, from May 2021 to December 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In December 2021, the country with the highest price was Japan ($2,747 per ton), while the price for Thailand ($238 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sweet Potato Price in Malaysia (FOB) - 2021

In December 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $536 per ton, growing by 54% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2021 when the average export price increased by 166% month-to-month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,243 per ton. From August 2021 to December 2021, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Singapore.

From December 2020 to December 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Singapore amounted to +0.1% per month.

Sweet Potato Imports in Malaysia

In 2022, the amount of sweet potatoes imported into Malaysia rose remarkably to 18K tons, growing by 8% against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, sweet potato imports rose to $11M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +8.1% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 31%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $12M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Import of Sweet Potato in Malaysia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Vietnam4.96.24.95.22.0%
Indonesia1.61.82.22.19.5%
NetherlandsN/A0.20.90.9112.1%
Thailand1.00.90.70.9-3.5%
China0.30.40.60.626.0%
United StatesN/A0.6N/A0.2-42.3%
Others1.01.51.51.39.1%
Total8.911.610.811.28.0%

Top Suppliers of Sweet Potato to Malaysia in 2022:

  1. Indonesia (6.1K tons)
  2. Vietnam (4.9K tons)
  3. Thailand (3.5K tons)
  4. Netherlands (1.3K tons)
  5. China (1.3K tons)
  6. United States (0.4K tons)

Sweet Potato Exports in Malaysia

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of sweet potatoes decreased by -19.2% to 1.8K tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 62% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 2.3K tons, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, sweet potato exports declined notably to $798K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 70% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $1M, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Export of Sweet Potato in Malaysia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Singapore4535801,00379820.8%
Others5.011.11.0N/A-55.3%
Total4585921,00479820.3%

Top Export Markets for Sweet Potato from Malaysia in 2022:

  1. Singapore (1.8K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato market in Malaysia. 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:

  • FCL 122 - Sweet potatoes

Country coverage:

  • Malaysia

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
  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. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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