Chile: Dairy imports show an increase of 2.5% in the first semester

Published Jul 17, 2024

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In the first half of 2024, there was a 2.5% increase in the value of dairy product imports, reaching a total of US$ 241.5 million, with a 7.2% increase in volume to 62,179 tons. Argentina was the primary supplier, followed by the United States, Germany, and Mexico. The imports were led by cheese, but there was a decrease in the import value of serums and other dairy products. There was also a significant increase in imports of children's food preparations.

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Imports of dairy products register an increase in value of 2.5% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period of the previous year, adding up to a total of US$ 241.5 million. Purchases abroad in January and June increased US$ 6.0 million compared to those registered in the same period of 2023, mainly driven by the increase in the four main countries of origin, according to data offered by Fedeleche based on the Foreign Trade progress bulletin of the Dairy Sector prepared by Odepa. In volume, dairy imports remain on the rise compared to the previous year with an increase of 7.2% to reach 62,179 tons. ORIGIN In the first half of 2024, Argentina remains the main supplier of dairy products, reaching a market share of 22.4% and adding a total of US$ 54.3 million. Shipments from the trans-Andean country rose 11.8% compared to the previous year. The United States is the second most important supplier, representing 18.9% of the total, reaching an amount of US$ 45.8 million, which ...

Source: Portaldelcampo