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Bangladesh: Market for Cotton (Carded Or Combed) 2025

Market Size for Cotton (Carded Or Combed) in Bangladesh

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Bangladeshi cotton (carded or combed) market, when its value increased by 1,367% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Cotton (Carded Or Combed) in Bangladesh

In value terms, cotton (carded or combed) production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 19%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Cotton (Carded Or Combed)

Exports from Bangladesh

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of cotton (carded or combed), when their volume decreased by -41.8% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 504%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, cotton (carded or combed) exports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 641%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then plummeted in the following year.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for cotton (carded or combed) exports from Bangladesh, with a 0.6% share of total exports. It was followed by South Korea (X kg), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Spain amounted to -32.4%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cotton (carded or combed) exports from Bangladesh, comprising 0.7% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Spain totaled -33.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cotton (carded or combed) export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -2.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+120.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Cotton (Carded Or Combed)

Imports into Bangladesh

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of cotton (carded or combed) increased by 175% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 2,766%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton (carded or combed) imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 4,043%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Tanzania (X tons) constituted the largest cotton (carded or combed) supplier to Bangladesh, with a approx. 88% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Tanzania stood at +8.7%.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton (carded or combed) to Bangladesh.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Tanzania stood at +18.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cotton (carded or combed) import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -35.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a slight setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 82% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Tanzania.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to +9.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton (carded or combed) in the world?

The United States remains the largest cotton carded or combed) consuming country worldwide, accounting for 48% of total volume. Moreover, cotton carded or combed) consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Turkey, fivefold. Mali ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of cotton (carded or combed) in the world?

The United States remains the largest cotton carded or combed) producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 43% of total volume. Moreover, cotton carded or combed) production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali, twofold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton (carded or combed) to Bangladesh?

In value terms, Mali constituted the largest supplier of cotton carded or combed) to Bangladesh, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 17% share.

What are the leading importers of cotton (carded or combed) from Bangladesh?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR remains the key foreign market for cotton carded or combed) exports from Bangladesh, comprising 66% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by South Korea, with a 5.7% share.

What is the average export price for cotton (carded or combed) in Bangladesh?

In 2020, the average cotton carded or combed) export price amounted to $582 per ton, shrinking by -38.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton (carded or combed) in Bangladesh?

In 2020, the average cotton carded or combed) import price amounted to $2,145 per ton, which is down by -8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cotton (carded or combed) in Bangladesh. 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 768 - Cotton, Carded or Combed

Country coverage:

Bangladesh

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bangladesh
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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