required report public distribution date 10 17 2003 gain number nl3040 nl3000 netherlands exporter guide annual approved by roger wentzel us embassy the hague prepared mary ann kurvink highlights this provides an overview for companies interested in exporting to focusing on exports of consumer oriented food and beverages edible fishery products ingredients includes psd changes no trade matrix nl1 nl table contents section i market 3 macro economic situation spending 4 key developments impact 5 growth non dutch population need convenience 6 safety organic ii business tips local customs general tastes preferences 7 standards regulations iii sector structure trends 8 iv best high value product prospects 9 v contacts further information appendix statistics 11 & demographic imports 12 top 15 suppliers foods 13 economy is