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Iran: Cottonseed Market 2025

Cottonseed Market Size in Iran

The Iranian cottonseed market dropped to $X in 2022, flattening at the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the market value increased by 4.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cottonseed Production in Iran

In value terms, cottonseed production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 5.6%. Cottonseed production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of cottonseed in Iran totaled less than X kg per ha in 2022, approximately mirroring 2021. In general, the yield recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The cottonseed harvested area in Iran amounted to less than X ha in 2022, leveling off at the year before. In general, the harvested area recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Cottonseed Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2022, cottonseed exports from Iran dropped rapidly to X tons, waning by -39.6% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 571%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cottonseed exports contracted sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 270%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for cottonseed exports from Iran, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain stood at +23.6%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) also remains the key foreign market for cottonseed exports from Iran.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bahrain stood at +10.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cottonseed export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, faced a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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 Bahrain.

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Iraq amounted to -4.7% per year.

Cottonseed Imports

Imports into Iran

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of cottonseed increased by 197% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 291% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cottonseed imports rose modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 257%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Azerbaijan (X tons) constituted the largest cottonseed supplier to Iran, accounting for a 61% share of total imports. Moreover, cottonseed imports from Azerbaijan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Azerbaijan totaled -1.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+19.5% per year) and Greece (+35.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest cottonseed suppliers to Iran were Turkey ($X), Greece ($X) and Azerbaijan ($X), together accounting for 75% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Greece, with a CAGR of +23.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average cottonseed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -65.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 266% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Azerbaijan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Afghanistan (+157.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cottonseed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cottonseed consumption in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together accounting for 63% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Brazil, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Turkey and Greece, which together accounted for a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of cottonseed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cottonseed production in 2021 were India, China and the United States, with a combined 63% share of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Turkey, Greece and Australia, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of cottonseed to Iran?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of cottonseed to Iran, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Greece, with an 18% share.

What are the leading importers of cottonseed from Iran?

In value terms, Kuwait emerged as the key foreign market for cottonseed exports from Iran, comprising 100% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $23), with a 0.2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cottonseed in Iran?

The average cottonseed export price stood at $5,073 per ton in 2020, increasing by 109% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cottonseed in Iran?

In 2021, the average cottonseed import price amounted to $1,698 per ton, picking up by 84% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cottonseed market in Iran. 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 329 - Cottonseed

Country coverage:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
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
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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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024