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GCC: Linseed Market 2025

Linseed Market Size in GCC

After two years of growth, the GCC linseed market decreased by -14.1% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption saw a pronounced decrease. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Linseed Production in GCC

In value terms, linseed production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 18%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of linseed production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

In the United Arab Emirates, linseed production expanded at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2012-2022.

Linseed Exports

Exports in GCC

In 2022, overseas shipments of linseed increased by 9.5% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 419%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, linseed exports dropped to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 417%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from the United Arab Emirates (X tons), together reaching 100% of total export.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the linseed exports, with a CAGR of +19.1% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the largest linseed supplier in GCC.

In the United Arab Emirates, linseed exports increased at an average annual rate of +13.8% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -14.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the export price increased by 29%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -4.5% per year.

Linseed Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2022, approx. X tons of linseed were imported in GCC; picking up by 4% compared with the previous year. In general, imports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 132% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, linseed imports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 137% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates was the major importing country with an import of about X tons, which recorded 79% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Kuwait (X tons), constituting a 15% share of total imports. Oman (X tons) and Bahrain (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.

Imports into the United Arab Emirates increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Oman (+49.0%), Kuwait (+19.6%) and Bahrain (+1.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Oman emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in GCC, with a CAGR of +49.0% from 2012-2022. While the share of Kuwait (+7.8 p.p.) and Oman (+3.2 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Bahrain (-2.9 p.p.) and the United Arab Emirates (-9.1 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported linseed in GCC, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kuwait ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Oman, with a 6.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates totaled +12.8%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kuwait (+17.6% per year) and Oman (+47.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, falling by -3.7% against the previous year. Import price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, linseed import price increased by +62.3% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the import price increased by 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+3.0%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the linseed market in GCC. 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:

FCL 333 - Linseed

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
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
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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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD 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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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
13. 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. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
21. Yield, 2012–2024
22. Production, By Country, 2024
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2024
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2024
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
38. Export Prices, 2012–2024