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Cotton Lint - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | India |
| 3 | Pakistan |
| 4 | Turkey |
| 5 | Vietnam |
In value terms, the largest cotton lint markets worldwide were China, India and Pakistan, with a combined 57% share of the global market. These countries were followed by Turkey, Vietnam, the United States, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Mexico and Australia, which together accounted for a further 30%.
Australia (+77.6% per year) saw the highest growth rate of market size, among the main consuming countries over the period under review, while cotton lint market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Cotton Lint Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Brazil | 1636 | 1518 | 1566 | -2.2% |
| Burkina Faso | 1612 | 1580 | 1598 | -0.4% |
| Benin | 1672 | 1603 | 1637 | -1.1% |
| United States | 1725 | 1562 | 1919 | 5.5% |
| Australia | 2006 | 1804 | 1925 | -2.0% |
| Turkey | 1745 | 1839 | 1957 | 5.9% |
| Greece | 1634 | 1568 | 2054 | 12.1% |
| India | 1746 | 1501 | 2064 | 8.7% |
| Average | 1724 | 1554 | 1810 | 2.5% |
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in India ($2,064 per ton) and Greece ($2,054 per ton), while Brazil ($1,566 per ton) and Burkina Faso ($1,598 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Mexico | 1936 | 1864 | 2328 | 9.7% |
| Pakistan | 1774 | 1607 | 1955 | 5.0% |
| China | 1929 | 1651 | 1779 | -4.0% |
| Indonesia | 1792 | 1593 | 1704 | -2.5% |
| Vietnam | 1790 | 1567 | 1677 | -3.2% |
| Turkey | 1676 | 1552 | 1610 | -2.0% |
| Bangladesh | 1671 | 1509 | 1588 | -2.5% |
| Average | 1800 | 1612 | 1776 | -0.7% |
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Mexico ($2,328 per ton) and Pakistan ($1,955 per ton), while Bangladesh ($1,588 per ton) and Turkey ($1,610 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico, while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
Cotton Lint - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 2.4 | 2.2 | 2.3 | -2.4% |
| Bangladesh | 1.9 | 1.8 | 1.8 | -1.3% |
| Pakistan | 0.7 | 1.3 | 1.8 | 57.9% |
| Turkey | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.6 | -0.1% |
In value terms, China ($3.6B), Vietnam ($2.3B) and Bangladesh ($1.8B) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 50% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Pakistan, Turkey, Indonesia and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 31%.
In terms of the main importing countries, Pakistan (+57.9% per year) recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.
Cotton Lint - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 6.1 | 6 | 5.7 | -3.6% |
| Brazil | 2.6 | 3.2 | 4.3 | 27.0% |
| India | 1.1 | 1.4 | 2.7 | 58.0% |
| Australia | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.4 | 15.3% |
| Greece | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 17.5% |
In value terms, the largest cotton lint supplying countries worldwide were the United States ($5.7B), Brazil ($4.3B) and India ($2.7B), with a combined 68% share of global exports.
India (+58.0% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Cotton Lint - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for cotton lint worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2021 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Cotton Lint - Top Companies
LDC WAREHOUSING AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED, J. G. Boswell Company, Yarkand County Wusu Horticultural Farm, OLAM AUSTRALIA PTY LTD, QUEENSLAND COTTON CORPORATION PTY LTD, Xinjiang Sailimu Modern Agriculture Co., Ltd., Ak-Chin Indian Community Development Corporation, Shihezi Xin'an Farm, AUSCOTT GROUP FINANCE PTY LIMITED, AUSCOTT MARKETING PTY LTD, AUSCOTT PROPERTIES LIMITED, AUSCOTT LIMITED, CARGILL COTTON LIMITED, Shihezi Xiying Farm, E. Ritter & Company, RAGHUNATH AGRO TECH PRIVATE LIMITED, Shihezi Dongfucheng Farm, Xinjiang Production Construction Legion diyishixingfu Farm, AUSTRALIAN FOOD & FIBRE LIMITED, Vanguarda do Brasil S/A
Cotton Lint - Product Coverage
- HS 5201 - Cotton; not carded or combed
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global cotton lint 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:
- FCL 767 - Cotton Lint
- FCL 328 - [Seed Cotton]
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ 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:
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Area Harvested, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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