| Product Code: ETC176220 | Publication Date: Jan 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The aubergine market in Qatar is also relatively small compared to its neighboring countries, with an estimated value of around QAR 5 million ($1. 38 million) in 2019. Imports from Egypt accounted for 98% of all fresh aubergines entering Qatar during that year; while India supplied most processed products (87%). Other suppliers included Jordan (6%), Saudi Arabia (4%) and Iran (<1%).
The Qatar aubergine market experiences growth due to the increasing awareness of its nutritional value and culinary versatility. Aubergines, also known as eggplants, are used in various dishes and cuisines. As consumers seek healthier and plant-based food options, the demand for aubergines continues to rise, supporting market expansion.
The Qatar aubergine market faces challenges related to its perishable nature and sensitivity to storage conditions. Maintaining the quality of aubergines during storage and transportation is crucial to prevent spoilage. Proper storage and distribution systems are needed to address these challenges and ensure a consistent supply of high-quality aubergines.
The COVID-19 pandemic affected Qatar aubergine market due to disruptions in supply chains and changes in consumer behavior. Aubergines, also known as eggplants, are used in a variety of cuisines and dishes. The initial lockdowns and movement restrictions led to a decline in demand, particularly in the foodservice sector. However, with the gradual easing of restrictions and the transition to more relaxed dining options, the market saw a gradual recovery in demand.
Leading contenders in Qatar aubergine (eggplant) market consist of local suppliers, importers, and retail chains like Al Meera and Lulu Hypermarket. These entities contribute to the availability of aubergines, which are commonly used in Middle Eastern and international cuisines.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Qatar Aubergine Market Overview |
3.1 Qatar Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, 2020 & 2030F |
3.3 Qatar Aubergine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Qatar Aubergine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2020 & 2030F |
3.6 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Color, 2020 & 2030F |
3.7 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use, 2020 & 2030F |
4 Qatar Aubergine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Qatar Aubergine Market Trends |
6 Qatar Aubergine Market, By Types |
6.1 Qatar Aubergine Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2020-2030F |
6.1.3 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural/Organic, 2020-2030F |
6.1.4 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2020-2030F |
6.2 Qatar Aubergine Market, By Color |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Purple, 2020-2030F |
6.2.3 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Green, 2020-2030F |
6.2.4 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By White, 2020-2030F |
6.2.5 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Bi-color Striped, 2020-2030F |
6.3 Qatar Aubergine Market, By End-use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Household, 2020-2030F |
6.3.3 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Savory Snacks, 2020-2030F |
6.3.4 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Spreads & Pickles, 2020-2030F |
6.3.5 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Coloring, 2020-2030F |
6.3.6 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile Colorant, 2020-2030F |
6.3.7 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2020-2030F |
7 Qatar Aubergine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Qatar Aubergine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Qatar Aubergine Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Qatar Aubergine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Qatar Aubergine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2020 & 2030F |
9.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Color, 2020 & 2030F |
9.3 Qatar Aubergine Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use, 2020 & 2030F |
10 Qatar Aubergine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Qatar Aubergine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2023 |
10.2 Qatar Aubergine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
Export potential enables firms to identify high-growth global markets with greater confidence by combining advanced trade intelligence with a structured quantitative methodology. The framework analyzes emerging demand trends and country-level import patterns while integrating macroeconomic and trade datasets such as GDP and population forecasts, bilateral import–export flows, tariff structures, elasticity differentials between developed and developing economies, geographic distance, and import demand projections. Using weighted trade values from 2020–2024 as the base period to project country-to-country export potential for 2030, these inputs are operationalized through calculated drivers such as gravity model parameters, tariff impact factors, and projected GDP per-capita growth. Through an analysis of hidden potentials, demand hotspots, and market conditions that are most favorable to success, this method enables firms to focus on target countries, maximize returns, and global expansion with data, backed by accuracy.
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