Ecuador: Retail Foods

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   EC2022-0016

The retail industry is an important component of Ecuador’s economy. The 2022 forecasts for retail food sales is $24.9 billion and for consumer expenditures on food, beverages, and tobacco is $15.9 billion. Excellent sales prospects exist for U.S. food products to supply this sector. This report provides a road map for exporters wishing to enter the market. It provides information on the key channels of distribution for consumer-oriented food products and highlights growing product segments including processed foods, beverages, and meats.

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