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Ecuador: Nonwoven Fabric Market 2025

Nonwoven Fabric Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2022, overseas shipments of nonwoven fabrics decreased by -71% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, exports, however, posted a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 91%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 71% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Peru (X tons) was the main destination for nonwoven fabric exports from Ecuador, accounting for a 594% share of total exports. Moreover, nonwoven fabric exports to Peru exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Colombia (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States (X tons), with an 118% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Peru stood at +57.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Colombia (+59.6% per year) and the United States (+18.1% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X), Colombia ($X) and the United States ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for nonwoven fabric exported from Ecuador worldwide.

Colombia, with a CAGR of +49.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average nonwoven fabric export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 82% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the 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 Colombia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Peru ($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 Panama (-1.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Nonwoven Fabric Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of nonwoven fabrics, when their volume decreased by -33.4% to X tons. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 32%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a mild reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 28%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Colombia (X tons) and Peru (X tons) were the main suppliers of nonwoven fabric imports to Ecuador, with a combined 82% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Brazil, India, Taiwan (Chinese), Chile, Mexico, Belgium, the United States and Venezuela, which together accounted for a further 43%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +74.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Brazil ($X) and Colombia ($X) appeared to be the largest nonwoven fabric suppliers to Ecuador, with a combined 82% share of total imports. Peru, Taiwan (Chinese), Chile, India, Mexico, Belgium, the United States and Venezuela lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 58%.

Among the main suppliers, Belgium, with a CAGR of +48.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average nonwoven fabric import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -14.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a mild curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 17%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+3.6%), 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, together accounting for 37% of global consumption. Brazil, Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Turkey, Mexico and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

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

China remains the largest nonwoven fabric producing country worldwide, 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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of nonwoven fabrics to Ecuador?

In value terms, the largest nonwoven fabric suppliers to Ecuador were China, Brazil and Peru, together comprising 57% of total imports. Colombia, Taiwan Chinese), Chile, Mexico, India, Belgium, the United States, Venezuela and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What are the leading importers of nonwoven fabrics from Ecuador?

In value terms, Peru, Colombia and the United States appeared to be the largest markets for nonwoven fabric exported from Ecuador worldwide, together accounting for 84% of total exports. Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.

What is the average export price for nonwoven fabrics in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric export price amounted to $2,598 per ton, increasing by 16% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nonwoven fabrics in Ecuador?

The average nonwoven fabric import price stood at $3,856 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nonwoven fabric 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 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:

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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