Onion Export From Pakistan 2026 Market Overview & Trends

Pakistan's onion exports experienced a dramatic surge in 2024, reaching a value of $219.3 million. This represents a significant recovery from the 2022 low of $44.7 million. While the total quantity reached 322.8 million units, the sharp increase in value compared to 2021 suggests a substantial rise in global unit prices and improved market positioning.

In 2024, Sri Lanka emerged as the leading destination for Pakistani onions, with an import value of $67.7 million. The United Arab Emirates ($57.1 million) and Malaysia ($51.2 million) follow closely as major trade partners. Together, these three markets represent the core of Pakistan's onion export revenue, supported by smaller shares from Qatar and Singapore.

Emerging markets show promising expansion, with France and Kuwait leading at growth rates of 5.74% and 5.73% respectively. Bangladesh also demonstrates strong growth at 5.26%. While Sri Lanka and the UAE remain the largest by volume, the high growth rates in European and Middle Eastern markets suggest successful geographical diversification.

The Fresh Onion category (HS Code 070310) remains the dominant product in this sector, accounting for the total export value of $219.3 million in 2024. This high level of specialization highlights the product's critical importance to Pakistan's agricultural export portfolio and its consistent demand in international markets.