Why are Most Chinese Potato Flakes Manufacturers Using European Equipment?
Na China, the 42°N latitude region in the north is the main potato-producing area, providing a stable supply of raw materials for flocos de batata em processamento. Many factories have been producing potato flakes for about 20 anos, starting with equipment imported from Europe because Chinese manufacturers hadn’t yet developed suitable production lines. While some Chinese companies were working on it, the results weren’t satisfactory at the time. No entanto, as China’s industrial capabilities have advanced, the country can now produce production lines of the same quality as those in Europe, but at more than 50% lower prices.
Portanto, it is expected that in the future, Chinese-made production lines will gradually replace imported ones, following the trend seen in many other industries.
Why Invest in a Potato Flakes Production Project?
From a market perspective, the global potato market was valued at USD 115.74 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 137.46 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.5% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Source: https://www.mordorintelligence.com/zh-CN/industry-reports/potato-market
From a product standpoint, the features and advantages of potato flakes make them a crucial food and ingredient in the future. They have a wide range of uses, an extremely long shelf life, and retain rich nutrients, making them convenient for both everyday life and emergencies.
If your region is rich in potatoes, investing in a potato flakes production project could offer substantial long-term benefits.
How Profitable is a Potato Flakes Production Project?
The production ratio of potato flakes is about 5:1, meaning 5 kg of potatoes yield 1 kg de flocos de batata. The market price for 1 kg of potato flakes is significantly higher than that of 5 kg of potatoes. After deducting necessary costs, the profit from potato flakes is quite considerable.
Por exemplo, in 2024, the price of potatoes in China is about USD 0.28/kg. Portanto, 5 kg of potatoes cost only USD 1.4, while the price of 1 kg of potato flakes is USD 2.1.
Adicionalmente, storing potatoes is much more challenging and costly than storing potato flakes. Geralmente, potato flakes are still in short supply in the Chinese market, and almost all manufacturers have stable production orders, indicating that the market has not yet reached its peak.
Why Choose a China-Made Potato Flakes Production Line?
The answer is simple: Chinese-made potato flakes production lines are now comparable in quality to European products, but at about 50% of the cost. A European production line might cost around USD 4.5 million, while a top-quality Chinese line costs about USD 2 million. Moreover, Chinese equipment has shed its previous reputation for poor quality, and some domestic potato flakes production projects are now considering using Chinese-made production lines.
Differences Between Chinese and European Production Lines
The main difference is in the details; Chinese-made production lines may still have some shortcomings in this regard. No entanto, in terms of functionality, they are essentially the same.
The potato flakes production process involves steps like washing, descamação, culinária, and drying, each of which is akin to a small production line consisting of several machines working together. The quality of the production line largely depends on the quality and assembly of these individual machines.
If you have a sufficient budget, such as USD 2.5 million, manufacturers can use the best configurations to build your production line, making it competitive with European products.
Specifications and Features of a China-Made Potato Flakes Production Line
The core part of potato flakes production is drum drying. The drying drum in our equipment has a diameter of 2 meters and a length of 5 meters, with a production efficiency of about 500 kg per hour. For higher efficiency, you can opt for a production line with 2-4 drying drums.
If your potato raw materials have a high moisture content, upgrading only the drying drum won’t suffice; you’ll also need to upgrade other parts of the production process. Por exemplo, an Indian client who recently ordered a production line with two drying drums, capable of producing 1.2 tons of potato flakes per hour, also required an upgrade to the cooking equipment due to the relatively high moisture content of Indian potatoes.
Cost of a China-Made Potato Flakes Production Line
A basic production line with two drying drums, from raw material handling to final packaging, costs around USD 1.8 million. We provide installation and commissioning services, typically completed within three months. No entanto, buyers must provide necessary support, including accommodation for experts and the required labor for installation.
Production Cycle and Status of China-Made Potato Flakes Production Lines
Atualmente, production of potato flakes production lines is near capacity, with overseas orders already in the queue. The production cycle for a line is about three months, and the annual maximum capacity is five lines. There are still not many high-quality manufacturers of potato flakes production lines in China, so the supply of equipment remains tight.
If you are interested in a potato flakes production line, please contact me for more information and to arrange a factory visit!
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