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Ireland: Silk-Worm Cocoons Market 2025

Silk-Worm Cocoons Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish silk-worm cocoons market decreased by 0% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the market value decreased by 99.9%. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Production in Ireland

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons production contracted notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 30,687%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average yield of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Ireland totaled less than X kg per ha, stabilizing at 2021. Overall, the yield saw 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.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) were harvested in Ireland; stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of silk-worm cocoons (reelable), when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons exports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a significant contraction. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2020. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Canada (X kg) was the main destination for silk-worm cocoons exports from Ireland, with a 85% share of total exports. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X kg), sixfold.

From 2019 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada was relatively modest.

From 2019 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average silk-worm cocoons export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the export price saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK totaled $X per ton.

From 2019 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, the amount of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) imported into Ireland totaled X kg, approximately equating 2021 figures. Overall, imports recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 300%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons imports stood at $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 3,362%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Thailand (X kg) constituted the largest silk-worm cocoons supplier to Ireland, accounting for a 80% share of total imports. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons imports from Thailand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X kg), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Thailand was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+11.3% per year) and China (-1.3% per year).

In value terms, Thailand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) to Ireland, comprising 99% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 0.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Thailand was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+6.1% per year) and the UK (-8.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average silk-worm cocoons import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 765%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+39.1%), 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 silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of silk-worm cocoons consumption, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Uzbekistan, with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of silk-worm cocoons production in 2021 were China, India and Uzbekistan, together comprising 91% of global production. Romania, Vietnam and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 5.5%. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the world's second-largest producer, India, twofold.

What are the leading suppliers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK $963) constituted the largest supplier of silk-worm cocoons to Ireland, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China $242), with a 16% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Ireland?

The average silk-worm cocoons export price stood at $4,322 per ton in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Ireland?

The average silk-worm cocoons import price stood at $30,142 per ton in 2021, dropping by -79.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silk-worm cocoons 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 1185 - Cocoons, reelable

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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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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