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Global Cork Article Market 2025

Cork Article Market Size

The global cork article market reduced to $X in 2021, waning by -8.3% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cork Article Production

In value terms, cork article production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -12.3% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by 46%. Global production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Cork Article Exports

Exports

In 2021, shipments abroad of cork articles was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cork article exports soared to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Portugal represented the major exporter of cork articles in the world, with the volume of exports resulting at X tons, which was approx. 68% of total exports in 2021. Spain (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by China (X tons). All these countries together took approx. 18% share of total exports. France (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Portugal experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of cork articles. At the same time, France (+7.6%), China (+7.0%) and Spain (+5.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, France emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +7.6% from 2012-2021. While the share of Spain (+4.3 p.p.), China (+2.1 p.p.) and France (+1.5 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of Portugal (-4.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Portugal ($X) remains the largest cork article supplier worldwide, comprising 64% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 14% share of global exports. It was followed by France, with a 6.1% share.

In Portugal, cork article exports increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (+4.6% per year) and France (+6.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cork article export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 5.8% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 13%. The global export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+3.6%), while the other global leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Cork Article Imports

Imports

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of cork articles, when their volume increased by 5.3% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 9.6%. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cork article imports expanded markedly to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons), France (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Spain (X tons) was the major importer of cork articles in the world, creating 56% of total import. Russia (X tons), Portugal (X tons), China (X tons), Canada (X tons), Switzerland (X tons), Chile (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Denmark (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Denmark (with a CAGR of +27.3%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest cork article importing markets worldwide were France ($X), the United States ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 46% share of global imports. Spain, Germany, Portugal, Chile, Russia, China, Switzerland, Canada, Belgium and Denmark lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Denmark, with a CAGR of +15.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average cork article import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 7.4% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 13%. Global import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+7.6%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of natural cork consumption in 2020 were Egypt, China and the United States, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Brazil, Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Mexico, France, Nigeria and Italy, which together accounted for a further 20%.
The countries with the highest volumes of natural cork production in 2020 were Egypt, China and Portugal, with a combined 42% share of global production. The United States, Russia, Brazil, Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Mexico and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.
In value terms, Portugal remains the largest natural cork supplier worldwide, comprising 66% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 14% share of global exports. It was followed by France, with a 6.3% share.
In value terms, the United States, France and Italy appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together comprising 47% of global imports. These countries were followed by Spain, Germany, Portugal, Chile, Russia, China, Switzerland, Canada, Denmark and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 28%.
The average natural cork export price stood at $8,397 per ton in 2020, rising by 5.3% against the previous year.
The average natural cork import price stood at $8,231 per ton in 2020, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global cork article market. 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 16292250 - Corks and stoppers of natural cork
  • Prodcom 16292290 - Articles of natural cork, others
  • Prodcom 16292320 - Corks and stoppers, of agglomerated cork, for sparkling wine v.q.p.r.d. (including those with discs of natural cork)
  • Prodcom 16292350 - Corks and stoppers, of agglomerated cork, for wine (excluding for sparkling wine v.q.p.r.d.)
  • Prodcom 16292380 - Agglomerated cork - blocks, plates, sheets and strip, tiles of any shape, solid cylinders or discs including agglomerated expanded cork or burnt cork (excluding corks and stoppers)
  • Prodcom 16292400 - Agglomerated cork, other articles of agglomerated cork, n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. 9. GLOBAL 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. 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. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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