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Ireland: Cotton Lint Market 2025

Cotton Lint Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish cotton lint market decreased by -51.4% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. In general, consumption showed a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Lint Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of cotton lint decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 27,487% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton lint exports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 64,400% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

New Zealand (X kg), the UK (X kg) and Turkey (X kg) were the main destinations of cotton lint exports from Ireland, with a combined 85% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for New Zealand (with a CAGR of +257.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

It was followed by Chile, with a 1.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to New Zealand amounted to +361.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (-36.1% per year) and Chile (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cotton lint export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 99%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey ($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 the UK (+47.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cotton Lint Imports

Imports into Ireland

For the third year in a row, Ireland recorded decline in purchases abroad of cotton lint, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports saw a dramatic decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 387% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton lint imports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 338% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest cotton lint supplier to Ireland, with a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, cotton lint imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold. The UK (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States totaled +56.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+32.0% per year) and the UK (+1.7% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X), the UK ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest cotton lint suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the United States, with a CAGR of +45.0%, saw 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 cotton lint import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 91%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan (+20.1%), 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 cotton lint in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cotton lint consumption in 2021 were China, India and Pakistan, together accounting for 57% of global consumption. Turkey, Vietnam, the United States, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, Indonesia and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of cotton lint in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cotton lint production in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together accounting for 60% of global production. Brazil, Pakistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Australia and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton lint to Ireland?

In value terms, the largest cotton lint suppliers to Ireland were the UK, the United States and Portugal, together accounting for 80% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cotton lint from Ireland?

In value terms, Taiwan Chinese), Turkey and the UK were the largest markets for cotton lint exported from Ireland worldwide, together comprising 94% of total exports.

What is the average export price for cotton lint in Ireland?

The average cotton lint export price stood at $6,838 per ton in 2021, falling by -86.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton lint in Ireland?

The average cotton lint import price stood at $10,922 per ton in 2021, surging by 46% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton lint market in Ireland. 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 767 - Cotton Lint
FCL 328 - [Seed Cotton]

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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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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. 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