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Dominican Republic: Nonwoven Fabric Market 2025

Nonwoven Fabric Exports

Exports from the Dominican Republic

In 2022, shipments abroad of nonwoven fabrics increased by 102% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 132%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) was the main destination for nonwoven fabric exports from the Dominican Republic, with a 32% share of total exports. Moreover, nonwoven fabric exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Indonesia (X tons), threefold. The United States (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 9.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada totaled +19.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Indonesia (+16.2% per year) and the United States (-5.4% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for nonwoven fabric exported from the Dominican Republic were Canada ($X), Indonesia ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 35% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Haiti, Saint Lucia, Nicaragua and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 9.4%.

Among the main countries of destination, Haiti, with a CAGR of +23.9%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 2022, the average nonwoven fabric export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 193% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 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 Indonesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+5.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Nonwoven Fabric Imports

Imports into the Dominican Republic

In 2022, imports of nonwoven fabrics into the Dominican Republic soared to X tons, increasing by 43% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 110% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 119% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabric to the Dominican Republic, with a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, nonwoven fabric imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Malaysia (X tons), with a 4.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to +9.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+21.5% per year) and Malaysia (+14.5% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabrics to the Dominican Republic, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 9.1% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia, with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at +13.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+18.2% per year) and Malaysia (+21.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -18.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 26% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Guatemala ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+6.3%), 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 nonwoven fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Indonesia, with a combined 37% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Brazil, Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Turkey, Mexico and Iran, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of nonwoven fabrics in the world?

The country with the largest volume of nonwoven fabric production was China, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, nonwoven fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of nonwoven fabrics to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabric to the Dominican Republic, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.8% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 1.8% share.

What are the leading importers of nonwoven fabrics from the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States emerged as the key foreign market for nonwoven fabric exports from the Dominican Republic, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by Haiti, with a 2.3% share.

What is the average export price for nonwoven fabrics in the Dominican Republic?

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric export price amounted to $8,661 per ton, rising by 9.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nonwoven fabrics in the Dominican Republic?

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $5,092 per ton, increasing by 9.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nonwoven fabric market in the Dominican Republic. 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 13951010 - Non-wovens of a weight . .25 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951020 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .25 g/m. but . .70 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951030 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .70 g/m. but . .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951050 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951070 - Non-wovens, coated or covered (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel)

Country coverage:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
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