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U.S.: Frozen Whole Chicken Market 2022

Frozen Whole Chicken Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, the U.S. frozen whole chicken market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption showed a mild decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the market value increased by X%. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Frozen Whole Chicken Production in the U.S.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken production expanded slightly to $X in 2021. In general, production continues to indicate a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Frozen Whole Chicken Exports

Exports from the U.S.

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of frozen whole chickens decreased by -X% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken exports shrank modestly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Haiti (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen whole chicken exports from the United States, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for frozen whole chicken exported from the United States were Haiti ($X), China ($X) and Bahamas ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

China, with a CAGR of +X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen whole chicken export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Bahamas ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Dominican Republic (+X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Whole Chicken Imports

Imports into the U.S.

For the third year in a row, the United States recorded growth in supplies from abroad of frozen whole chickens, which increased by X% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports posted a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, frozen whole chicken imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Canada (X tons) was the main supplier of frozen whole chicken to the United States, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Canada stood at +X%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen whole chicken to the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen whole chicken import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Canada.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to -X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen whole chickens in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen whole chicken consumption was China, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, frozen whole chicken consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Saudi Arabia, with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen whole chickens in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2021 were Brazil, China and India, with a combined 44% share of global production. The United States, Turkey, Ukraine, France, Indonesia, Russia, Japan, Poland, Pakistan and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen whole chickens to the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of frozen whole chicken to the United States.

What are the leading importers of frozen whole chickens from the U.S.?

In value terms, Haiti, China and Bahamas were the largest markets for frozen whole chicken exported from the United States worldwide, together comprising 53% of total exports.

What is the average export price for frozen whole chickens in the U.S.?

The average frozen whole chicken export price stood at $1,406 per ton in 2021, picking up by 32% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen whole chickens in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average frozen whole chicken import price amounted to $4,212 per ton, rising by 2.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen whole chicken 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:

Prodcom 10122013 - Frozen whole chickens

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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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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. 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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 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