Exports of Peruvian products increase: sales of Inca Kola, nougat and panettone grew abroad

The Inca Kolanougat and panettone are some of the edible products that Peruvians miss the most when they are outside their country. This has made these items increase in sales abroadFrom January to May 2024, Peruvian exports of these nostalgic products reached approximately 2.7 million dollars, which meant an increase of 6.5% compared to 2023.

Last year, these items reached a value of 2.5 million, according to the Foreign Trade Research and Development Institute of the Lima Chamber of Commerce (CCL). “There are around 3.3 million Peruvians living abroad in various communities who demand these products, since they provide them with memories of their homeland, especially on significant dates such as Fiestas Patrias and Christmas,” said the head of the institute. Idexcam.

Inca Kola: the national soft drink

One of the products of highest export value It was the soda Inca Kolawhose shipments totaled 2.4 million dollars, reflecting an increase of 13% during the period analyzed. This emblematic Peruvian drink reached 13 international markets with exports of 2.4 million liters.

Chile was the main buyer, representing 50% of the export value with 1.1 million dollars. It was followed by Belgium with 26% and both Japan and the United States with 5% each. According to the Idexcamexports of Inca Kola have shown steady growth over the past three years.

How much did nougat collect abroad?

The nougat exports until 2024 showed an increase of 3%, reaching a total of 86,673 dollars. During this period, 18,026 kilograms were exported to 12 different markets. USA It was the main destination, with a value of 53,212 dollars (13,384 kilograms), representing 61% of the total exported.

Secondly, a change was observed compared to the same period in 2023. Chili The Netherlands ranked second with exports worth US$11,856 (1,078 kilograms), representing 14% of the total, while the Netherlands ranked third with US$10,800 (1,441 kilograms), representing 12% of the total exported.

Chile is the main buyer of Peruvian panettone

In the case of panettoneexports reached a value of 215,654 dollars until May of this year, showing a decrease of 35% compared to the same period in 2023.

During the first 5 months of the year, 56,480 kilograms were exported to 6 different markets, being Chili The main buyer was once again the United States with 154,051 dollars, representing 71% of the export value. The United States followed with 51,307 dollars (11,880 kilograms) and a 24% share; and Spain with 9,951 dollars (2,940 kilograms) and a 5% share.

Donkey meat export is highly criticized

The debate over the export of donkey meat from Peru to China has sparked a confrontation between the Ministries of Agriculture and Foreign Trade. Ángel Manero, Minister of Agriculture, and Elizabeth Galdo, Minister of Foreign Trade, have opposing positions on the matter.

Manero believes that the donkey meat market is “small and of little national interest.” In contrast, Galdo assures that the necessary phytosanitary conditions are being established to explore this commercial opportunity, highlighting China’s interest in the product due to its properties, including medicinal ones.

Galdo commented that they should be respectful of Chinese culture, comparing the consumption of donkey meat with the consumption of guinea pig in countries where it is considered a pet. For his part, Manero insists that the business has no relevance at a national level, considering it insignificant.

The debate intensified with a statement from the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) which pointed to a significant demand for donkey meat, which could have a positive impact on the economy. However, former Minister of Agriculture, Milton Von Hesse, expressed his surprise at the importance given to an issue without clear technical support from the Chinese market. “This was presented as the main achievement of the Chinese mission when it is totally irrelevant,” he said.