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China: Cotton Linters Market 2024

Cotton Linters Market Size in China

The Chinese cotton linters market surged to $X in 2021, growing by 205% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from China

In 2021, cotton linters exports from China plummeted to X tons, reducing by -30.1% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports recorded a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 358% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 256%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for cotton linters exports from China, accounting for a 61% share of total exports. Moreover, cotton linters exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Serbia (X tons), threefold. South Africa (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada totaled +597.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Serbia (-1.8% per year) and South Africa (+151.9% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for cotton linters exported from China were Serbia ($X), Canada ($X) and South Africa ($X), with a combined 93% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Canada, with a CAGR of +574.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average cotton linters export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 8.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Serbia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland (+19.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into China

Cotton linters imports into China surged to X tons in 2021, increasing by 168% compared with 2020. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild increase. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a slight slump. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons), India (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) were the main suppliers of cotton linters imports to China, with a combined 78% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of +25.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Turkey ($X) and Brazil ($X) appeared to be the largest cotton linters suppliers to China, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of +21.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from the United States ($X per ton) and Turkmenistan ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkmenistan (-1.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton linters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, China and the United States, with a combined 84% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of cotton linters in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cotton linters production was Turkey, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, cotton linters production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton linters to China?

In value terms, the largest cotton linters suppliers to China were Brazil, India and the United States, with a combined 61% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 33%.

What are the leading importers of cotton linters from China?

In value terms, Japan remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from China, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 19% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cotton linters in China?

In 2021, the average cotton linters export price amounted to $648 per ton, falling by -2.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton linters in China?

The average cotton linters import price stood at $250 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -27.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters market in China. 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 10413000 - Cotton linters

Country coverage:

China

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in China
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
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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023