This presentation offers a strategic overview of India's key export sectors: Coffee, Steel, and Frozen Meat. We'll explore their recent performance, growth drivers, risks, and highlighting opportunities for sustained expansion in 2025.
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Coffee Export Performance: A Strong Surge
India's coffee exports have shown remarkable growth, driven by global demand and competitive pricing. 25%
$1.8B
YoY Growth
Jump in exports in FY 2024-25
Key Markets
• Europe (Italy, Germany)
• USA
• Russia
Export Value
Value achieved in FY 2024-25
HS Codes
• 090111 (Unroasted, not decaffeinated)
• 090121 (Roasted, not decaffeinated)
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Coffee: Drivers and Risks Ahead
Understanding the factors influencing India's coffee sector is crucial for future planning.
Growth Drivers
• Sustained high global prices for coffee beans
• Robust demand from major European and U.S. markets
• Increasing global preference for premium Arabica coffee
India's steel industry has shown impressive resilience and growth, outperforming global trends.
Steel production in India surged by 33% between 2019 and 2024, demonstrating robust domestic capacity and meeting growing demand. This growth significantly outpaced the global average during the same period.
Despite strong production, finished steel imports also rose to 6.5 million tonnes, indicating specific niche demands or competitive pricing for certain grades.
Major Export Hubs
• Visakhapatnam Port
• Mundra Port
Key HS Codes
• 7208 (Flat-rolled products of iron)
• 7210 (Flat-rolled, clad/plated)
Steel: Opportunities and Challenges
The Indian steel sector stands at a critical juncture with significant growth avenues and looming regulatory
Infrastructure Push
Massive government investment in infrastructure and railway projects drives domestic steel
Green Steel Boom
Growing focus on scrap-based steel production supports sustainable practices and reduces
EU Carbon Tax (CBAM)
New EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses a significant challenge
China Dumping Risk
Potential for increased steel dumping from China could impact global prices and competitiveness.
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Frozen Meat Export: India's Global Leadership
India maintains its position as the world's leading exporter of buffalo meat, serving diverse international India's frozen meat exports reached approximately 194,500 tonnes, primarily consisting of buffalo meat. This sector plays a crucial role in the country's agricultural exports.
Major Markets
• Vietnam
• Egypt
• Malaysia
Frozen Meat: Emerging Trends & Forecast
The frozen meat sector is adapting to evolving consumer preferences and logistical advancements.
Halal Demand
Expanding global demand for certified halal meat products. Logistics Improvements
Significant advancements in cold-chain logistics enhance quality and reach.
Stable Markets
Consistent and steady market demand in Asia and the Middle East.
Strategic Tip: Leverage Cybex buyer data to pinpoint large-volume importers and establish competitive pricing
Summary & Contact Information
Key takeaways for optimizing India's export potential across these vital sectors.
Coffee Enhance quality, yield, and diversify export destinations. Use Cybex for exact HS codes & partner country data.
Steel Align production with CBAM rules and promote green steel initiatives. Monitor live export data & pricing trends on Cybex.
Frozen Meat Invest in cold-chain logistics and pursue APEDA certification. Identify bulk importers and pricing benchmarks via Cybex.
