U.S. - Optical Fibers, Bundles and Cables - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable Prices in the United States

U.S. Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable Import Price per Ton in June 2022

In June 2022, the optical fiber, bundle and cable price per ton stood at $161.7 (CIF, US), increasing by 11% against the previous month. In general, import price indicated a resilient expansion from January 2022 to June 2022: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +5.8% over the last five months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on June 2022 figures, optical fiber, bundle and cable import price increased by +24.6% against April 2022 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2022 an increase of 41% m-o-m. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $209.6 per ton. From April 2022 to June 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In June 2022, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($1.6K per ton), while the price for Romania ($15.0 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to June 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+6.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

U.S. Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable Import Prices by Type

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplied products. In August 2022, the product with the highest price was optical fibers and bundles ($173.0 per ton), while the price for optical fiber cables totaled $156.0 per ton.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by optical fiber cables (+4.2%).

U.S. Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable Imports

In August 2022, the amount of optical fibers, bundles and cables imported into the United States contracted dramatically to 1.9M tons, with a decrease of -30.1% against July 2022 figures. In general, imports, however, enjoyed noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 when imports increased by 52% m-o-m.

In value terms, optical fiber, bundle and cable imports reduced slightly to $306M (IndexBox estimates) in August 2022. Overall, total imports indicated strong growth from January 2022 to August 2022: its value increased at an average monthly rate of +8.0% over the last seven-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on August 2022 figures, imports decreased by -3.3% against July 2022 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in May 2022 when imports increased by 33% month-to-month.

U.S. Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable Imports by Type

In August 2022, optical fiber cables (1.8M tons) was the main type of optical fiber, bundle and cable supplied to the United States, with a 91% share of total imports. Moreover, optical fiber cables exceeded the figures recorded for the second-largest type, optical fibers and bundles (166K tons), more than tenfold.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of import of optical fiber cables amounted to +3.6%.

In value terms, optical fiber cables ($277M) constituted the largest type of optical fiber, bundle and cable supplied to the United States, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by optical fibers and bundles ($29M), with a 9.4% share of total imports.

U.S. Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable Imports by Country

In June 2022, India (1.1M tons) constituted the largest supplier of optical fiber, bundle and cable to the United States, with a 56% share of total imports. Moreover, optical fiber, bundle and cable imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Japan (278K tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Mexico (117K tons), with a 6.1% share.

From January 2022 to June 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume from India stood at +7.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Japan (-2.5% per month) and Mexico (+9.3% per month).

In value terms, Mexico ($190M) constituted the largest supplier of optical fiber, bundle and cable to the United States, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($19M), with a 6.2% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 5.3% share.

From January 2022 to June 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value from Mexico stood at +16.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: India (+3.6% per month) and China (+3.7% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for optical fiber, bundle and cable in the U.S.. 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 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors
  • Prodcom 27311200 - Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre cables (except those made up of individually sheathed fibres)

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  • United States

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    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

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    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

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    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. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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