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Global Woolen Fabric Market 2022

Woolen Fabric Market Size

After two years of decline, the global woolen fabric market increased by 10% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, saw a perceptible curtailment. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Woolen Fabric Production

In value terms, woolen fabric production rose significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a perceptible decrease. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Woolen Fabric Exports

Exports

In 2021, after four years of decline, there was growth in shipments abroad of woven woolen fabrics, when their volume increased by 3.7% to X square meters. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a pronounced curtailment. The global exports peaked at X square meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, woolen fabric exports amounted to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 7.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X square meters) represented the key exporter of woven woolen fabrics, mixing up 29% of total exports. Japan (X square meters) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 3% share, followed by Spain (9%), the UK (5.7%), China (15%) and Germany (5.5%). The following exporters - Japan (X square meters), the Czech Republic (X square meters), Portugal (X square meters), Turkey (X square meters), Denmark (X square meters), the United States (X square meters), Spain (X square meters), Hong Kong SAR (X square meters), Lithuania (X square meters), South Korea (X square meters) and France (X square meters) - together made up 30% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Denmark (with a CAGR of +13.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) remains the largest woolen fabric supplier worldwide, comprising 44% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 10% share of global exports. It was followed by the UK, with an 8.3% share.

In Italy, woolen fabric exports plunged by an average annual rate of -5.1% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: China (-11.2% per year) and the UK (-3.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average woolen fabric export price amounted to $X per square meter, picking up by 2.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2019 to 2021, the the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per square meter), while Spain ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+4.6%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Woolen Fabric Imports

Imports

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of woven woolen fabrics, when their volume increased by 17% to X square meters. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. Global imports peaked at X square meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, woolen fabric imports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 9%. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X square meters), distantly followed by Romania (X square meters), Germany (X square meters), Morocco (X square meters), Spain (X square meters), France (X square meters) and Italy (X square meters) represented the key importers of woven woolen fabrics, together creating 44% of total imports. Vietnam (X square meters), Japan (X square meters), Bulgaria (X square meters), Morocco (X square meters), the United States (X square meters), Portugal (X square meters), Hong Kong SAR (X square meters), Poland (X square meters), Spain (X square meters), Turkey (X square meters), France (X square meters) and Italy (X square meters) held a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to woolen fabric imports into China stood at -1.3%. At the same time, Spain (+5.9%), Morocco (+5.5%), Portugal (+4.7%), Poland (+3.6%), France (+2.8%) and the United States (+1.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Spain emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +5.9% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Romania (-1.6%), Vietnam (-2.7%), Bulgaria (-3.5%), Germany (-3.8%), Italy (-7.1%), Turkey (-10.3%), Japan (-12.1%) and Hong Kong SAR (-15.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Spain (+3.3 p.p.), Morocco (+2.8 p.p.), China (+1.8 p.p.), France (+1.8 p.p.) and Portugal (+1.6 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2012-2021, the share of Italy (-1.9 p.p.), Japan (-2.5 p.p.), Hong Kong SAR (-2.7 p.p.) and Turkey (-2.9 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported woven woolen fabrics worldwide, comprising 14% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 5.7% share of global imports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a 5.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China totaled -5.8%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+0.9% per year) and Vietnam (-0.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average woolen fabric import price amounted to $X per square meter, waning by -9.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 8.4% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per square meter), while Spain ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+4.6%), 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 woolen fabric consumption in 2020 were China, Italy and the UK, with a combined 53% share of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of woolen fabric production in 2020 were China, Italy and the UK, together comprising 59% of global production.
In value terms, Italy remains the largest woolen fabric supplier worldwide, comprising 42% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 10% share of global exports. It was followed by the UK, with a 8.9% share.
In value terms, China constitutes the largest market for imported woven woolen fabrics worldwide, comprising 12% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 5.6% share of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 5.3% share.
The average woolen fabric export price stood at $33 per square meter in 2020, falling by -10.5% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average woolen fabric import price amounted to $33 per square meter, dropping by -7.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global woolen fabric 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 13201230 - Woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair
  • Prodcom 13201260 - Woven fabrics of combed wool or combed fine animal hair, w oven fabrics of coarse animal hair

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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