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World - Wool - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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May 28, 2018

Which Country Exports the Most Wool in the World?

IndexBox has just published a new report "World: Wool - Market Report. Analysis and Forecast to 2025". Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

In 2016, the amount of wool imported worldwide amounted to X tons, going down by -X% against the previous year figure. In general, wool imports continue to indicate a slight reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010, an increase of X% y-o-y. Global wool import peaked of X tons in 2007- however, from 2008 to 2016, it failed to regain its strength.

In value terms, wool imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a modest growth from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value decreased at an average annual rate of -X% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on the result of 2016, wool imports decreased by -X% against its level of 2011. In that year, global wool imports reached its maximum level of $X. From 2012 to 2016, growth of global wool imports stood at a somewhat lower level.

Top Wool Importing Countries in the World

X. China (X million USD)

X. India (X million USD)

X. Italy (X million USD)

X. Czech Republic (X million USD)

X. Germany (X million USD)

X. United Kingdom (X million USD)

X. Uruguay (X million USD)

X. Belgium (X million USD)

X. South Africa (X million USD)

X. Turkey (X million USD)

Wool Imports By Country

In 2016, China (X tons) represented the major importer for wool, committing X% of total imports. India (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by South Africa (X tons), the UK (X tons), and Czech Republic (X tons). All these countries together occupied approx. X% share of total imports. Italy (X tons), Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Uruguay (X tons), and Turkey (X tons) followed a long way behind this figure.

China experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. At the same time, the UK (+X%), Uruguay (+X%), South Africa (+X%), and Czech Republic (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the UK emerged as the fastest growing importer/exporter in the world, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2016. India experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Belgium (-X%), Turkey (-X%), Italy (-X%), and Germany (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2007 to 2016, the share of Italy, Germany, and Turkey increased by X%, X%, and X% percentage points, while South Africa (-X%), and the UK (-X%) saw their share reduced. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported wool worldwide, making up X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India ($X), with the share of X% of global imports. It was followed by Italy, with the share of X%.

From 2007 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value of wool imports in China expanded at +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: India (+X% per year) and Italy (-X% per year).

Wool Import Prices By Country

In 2016, the average import price for wool amounted to $X per ton, coming up by X% against the previous year. Overall, it indicated a temperate increase from 2007 to 2016: the import price value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Based on the result of 2016, wool import price decreased by -X% against its level of 2011. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011, when import increased by X% against the previous year level. In that year, average wool import price attained its maximum level of $X per ton. From 2012 to 2016, growth of average wool import price stood at a somewhat lower level.

Import prices varied noticeably by country of destination. the country with the highest import prices was China ($X per ton), while South Africa ($X per ton) was among the lowest.

From 2007 to 2016, the most notable growth rate of wool import prices was attained by South Africa (+X% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Do you want to know more about global wool market? Get the latest trends and insight from our report. It includes a wide range of statistics on

  • wool market share
  • wool prices
  • wool industry
  • wool sales
  • wool import
  • wool export
  • wool market forecast
  • wool price forecast
  • key wool producers

All data provided in this article covers the following product: HS Code X - Wool, not carded or combed.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global wool market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 13102200 - Wool, degreased or carbonised, not carded or combed

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Natural Fiber Welding, Inc., Allbirds, Camira Fabrics Limited, Wool Warehouse, Woola, WE ARE KNITTERS, Woolloomooloo Shoe, Woolcool, KNAUF INSULATION LIMITED, The North Face, Tanvas, Toyobo, Passoni, Taft, SAINT-GOBAIN FINLAND OY, Eden Renewable Innovations, COOL WOOL EHF, H. DAWSON SONS AND, MoistTech Corporation, Wool Overs

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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