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Belgium - Terry Towelling (Excluding of Cotton) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Belgium: Non-Cotton Terry Towelling Market 2025

Non-Cotton Terry Towelling Market Size in Belgium

In 2021, the Belgian non-cotton terry towelling market decreased by -73.8% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, consumption, however, recorded mild growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then declined sharply in the following year.

Non-Cotton Terry Towelling Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2021, approx. X square meters of terry towelling (excluding of cotton) were exported from Belgium; surging by 137% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports posted a prominent increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, non-cotton terry towelling exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a resilient expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X square meters), Italy (X square meters) and France (X square meters) were the main destinations of non-cotton terry towelling exports from Belgium, with a combined 66% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +114.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for non-cotton terry towelling exported from Belgium were Germany ($X), Italy ($X) and France ($X), together comprising 72% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Germany, with a CAGR of +106.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average non-cotton terry towelling export price amounted to $X per square meter, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Algeria ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (+578.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Cotton Terry Towelling Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2021, purchases abroad of terry towelling (excluding of cotton) increased by 6.8% to X square meters, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 239%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, non-cotton terry towelling imports rose slightly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 187%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X square meters) constituted the largest supplier of non-cotton terry towelling to Belgium, with a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, non-cotton terry towelling imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X square meters), threefold. China (X square meters) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Turkey totaled +9.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+79.7% per year) and China (+70.9% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X), China ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest non-cotton terry towelling suppliers to Belgium, with a combined 75% share of total imports.

China, with a CAGR of +83.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average non-cotton terry towelling import price amounted to $X per square meter, waning by -4.7% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 47%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2015 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per square meter), while the price for Turkey ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for terry towelling (excluding of cotton) in the world?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of non-cotton terry towelling consumption, accounting for 70% of total volume. Moreover, non-cotton terry towelling consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Vietnam, more than tenfold. South Korea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.7% share.

What are the largest producers of terry towelling (excluding of cotton) in the world?

Turkey remains the largest non-cotton terry towelling producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 68% of total volume. Moreover, non-cotton terry towelling production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of terry towelling (excluding of cotton) to Belgium?

In value terms, Turkey, China and Italy constituted the largest non-cotton terry towelling suppliers to Belgium, with a combined 78% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, France, Portugal and Hong Kong SAR, which together accounted for a further 19%.

What are the leading importers of terry towelling (excluding of cotton) from Belgium?

In value terms, the largest markets for non-cotton terry towelling exported from Belgium were Germany, Italy and France, together comprising 74% of total exports.

What is the average export price for terry towelling (excluding of cotton) in Belgium?

The average non-cotton terry towelling export price stood at $4.8 per square meter in 2021, waning by -8.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for terry towelling (excluding of cotton) in Belgium?

In 2021, the average non-cotton terry towelling import price amounted to $4.8 per square meter, reducing by -19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-cotton terry towelling market in Belgium. 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 13204300 - Terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics (excluding of cotton)

Country coverage:

Belgium

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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