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Ecuador: Cotton Linters Market 2025

Cotton Linters Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian cotton linters market reduced modestly to $X in 2021, falling by -4.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Linters Production in Ecuador

In value terms, cotton linters production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +87.6% against 2013 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 21%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then declined in the following year.

Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2020, the amount of cotton linters exported from Ecuador amounted to X kg, approximately mirroring 2019 figures. Overall, exports showed a sharp shrinkage. The smallest decline of -10.5% was in 2013. The exports peaked at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters exports stood at $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a precipitous descent. The smallest decline of -34.2% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X kg) was the main destination for cotton linters exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Switzerland was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Switzerland was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average cotton linters export price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price decreased by -26.5%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Switzerland.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Peru amounted to -26.5% per year.

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into Ecuador

For the seventh consecutive year, Ecuador recorded decline in purchases abroad of cotton linters, which decreased by -2.7% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 225%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters imports dropped to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 320% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Malaysia (X tons) was the main cotton linters supplier to Ecuador, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia amounted to -3.1%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Malaysia amounted to -2.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cotton linters import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -11.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 41%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to +0.8% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of cotton linters production, accounting for 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 Ecuador?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to Ecuador.

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

In 2020, the average cotton linters export price amounted to $2,483 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

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

In 2013, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $4,909 per ton, rising by 195% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters market in Ecuador. 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:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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