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Optical Fiber Cables - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | United States |
| 3 | Kuwait |
| 4 | Mexico |
| 5 | Russia |
In value terms, the largest optical fiber cables markets worldwide were China, the United States and Kuwait, with a combined 39% share of the global market. Mexico, Russia, France, the UK, Brazil, South Korea, Egypt, Vietnam, Turkey and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.
Mexico saw the highest rates of growth with regard to market size, among the main consuming countries over the period under review, while optical fiber cables market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Optical Fiber Cables Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| China | 8143 | 7337 | 7337 | -5.1% |
| Spain | 10259 | 9528 | 8190 | -10.7% |
| France | 12256 | 11884 | 9578 | -11.6% |
| South Korea | 11648 | 12546 | 11745 | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | 19795 | 16569 | 11863 | -22.6% |
| Romania | 19317 | 16861 | 12195 | -20.5% |
| Mexico | 15519 | 16965 | 17107 | 5.0% |
| Poland | 21594 | 22804 | 21066 | -1.2% |
| Germany | 21726 | 17419 | 23350 | 3.7% |
| United States | 10521857 | 17343 | 23792 | -95.2% |
| Netherlands | 30351 | 33650 | 28691 | -2.8% |
| Average | 14905 | 12697 | 12730 | -7.6% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($28,691 per ton), while China ($7,337 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| United States | 10528 | 9973 | 64125 | 146.8% |
| United Kingdom | 20061 | 21188 | 26008 | 13.9% |
| Mexico | 8364 | 10551 | 25356 | 74.1% |
| Germany | 22229 | 21905 | 22044 | -0.4% |
| Netherlands | 24901 | 27128 | 18929 | -12.8% |
| France | 23094 | 21621 | 17715 | -12.4% |
| Canada | 16622 | 16855 | 17021 | 1.2% |
| Spain | 13380 | 14698 | 8742 | -19.2% |
| Ireland | 19654 | 8250 | 7747 | -37.2% |
| Thailand | 5961 | 6060 | 6741 | 6.3% |
| Philippines | 6251 | 6381 | 6238 | -0.1% |
| Indonesia | 6067 | 5233 | 4555 | -13.4% |
| Brazil | 5321 | 3853 | 2892 | -26.3% |
| Average | 11513 | 11713 | 13237 | 7.2% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was the United States ($64,125 per ton), while Brazil ($2,892 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+146.8% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Optical Fiber Cables - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 1.3 | 1.1 | 1 | -9.8% |
| Mexico | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 4.9% |
| France | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 3.0% |
| Germany | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | -3.6% |
| Netherlands | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 17.5% |
In value terms, the United States ($1B) constitutes the largest market for imported optical fiber cables worldwide, comprising 15% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico ($497M), with a 7.2% share of global imports. It was followed by France, with a 5.8% share.
In the United States, optical fiber cables imports declined by an average annual rate of -9.8% over the period from 2018-2020. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (+4.9% per year) and France (+3.0% per year).
Optical Fiber Cables - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 1.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | -1.0% |
| United States | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1 | -4.9% |
| Mexico | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.7 | -4.3% |
| Poland | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 2.8% |
| Germany | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | -16.0% |
In value terms, the largest optical fiber cables supplying countries worldwide were China ($1.9B), the United States ($1B) and Mexico ($716M), together accounting for 52% of global exports. Poland, Germany, the Netherlands, France, South Korea, Romania, the UK and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.
France recorded the highest growth rate of 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.
Optical Fiber Cables - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for optical fiber cables 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 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Optical Fiber Cables - Top Companies
Hengtong Optic-electric Co., Ltd., Jiangsu Hongtu High Technology Co., Ltd., Kaile Technology Co., Ltd. Hubei, Superior Essex Inc., Superior Essex Inc., Yangtze Optical Fibre And Cable Joint Stock Limited Company, Shanghai Shenghua Cable Group Co., Ltd., ALCATEL SUBMARINE NETWORKS, Shenzhen SDG Information Co., Ltd., ALCATEL SUBMARINE NETWORKS, Essex Group, Inc., Tongding Interconnection Information Co., Ltd., Essex Group, Inc., United Copper Industries, Inc., United Copper Industries, LLC, Jiangsu Etern Co., Ltd., Superior Essex International LP, FINOLEX CABLES LIMITED, STERLITE TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED, Superior Essex International LP
Optical Fiber Cables - Product Coverage
- HS 854470 - Insulated electric conductors; optical fibre cables
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global optical fiber cables 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 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors
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
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
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
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Consumption, by Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- 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
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, by Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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