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Benelux: Cotton Sewing Thread Market 2025

Cotton Sewing Thread Market Size in Benelux

After two years of decline, the Benelux cotton sewing thread market increased by 23% to $X in 2021. The total consumption indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -18.1% against 2018 indices. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cotton Sewing Thread Production in Benelux

In value terms, cotton sewing thread production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Sewing Thread Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, shipments abroad of cotton sewing thread increased by 46% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, exports saw buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 242% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, cotton sewing thread exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 106%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Belgium (X tons) represented the main exporter of cotton sewing thread, comprising 67% of total exports. It was distantly followed by the Netherlands (X tons), constituting a 33% share of total exports.

Exports from Belgium increased at an average annual rate of +9.5% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, the Netherlands (+27.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the Netherlands emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Benelux, with a CAGR of +27.0% from 2012-2021. While the share of the Netherlands (+21 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Belgium (-21.1 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the largest cotton sewing thread supplying countries in Benelux were the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X).

Among the main exporting countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +27.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, growing by 7.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted tangible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 69% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+0.9%).

Cotton Sewing Thread Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, the amount of cotton sewing thread imported in Benelux surged to X tons, with an increase of 58% compared with the year before. In general, imports saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 120% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cotton sewing thread imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 104%. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Belgium (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) was the key importer of cotton sewing thread in Benelux, generating 100% of total import.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +28.1%).

In value terms, the largest cotton sewing thread importing markets in Benelux were the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X).

Among the main importing countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +24.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 9.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 26%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-1.8%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton sewing thread market in Benelux. 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 13106200 - Cotton sewing thread

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024