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Kazakhstan: Wool Market 2025

Wool Market Size in Kazakhstan

The Kazakh wool market surged to $X in 2022, increasing by 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep setback. Wool consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Wool Production in Kazakhstan

In value terms, wool production shrank rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 101%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Wool Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

In 2022, exports of wool from Kazakhstan declined dramatically to X tons, which is down by -71.6% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 679% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wool exports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 674%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for wool exports from Kazakhstan, accounting for a 91% share of total exports. Moreover, wool exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Russia (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled -6.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Russia (-23.1% per year) and Belarus (-1.7% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for wool exports from Kazakhstan, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belarus ($X), with an 8.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to China totaled -6.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belarus (-0.9% per year) and Russia (-27.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average wool export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 6.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by 11% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belarus ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($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 Belarus (+0.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Wool Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

For the third consecutive year, Kazakhstan recorded decline in supplies from abroad of wool, which decreased by -91% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports saw a dramatic decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 284%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wool imports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. In general, imports faced a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 209%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) was the main wool supplier to Kazakhstan, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled -19.9%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of wool to Kazakhstan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia stood at -22.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average wool import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 120% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Russia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belarus amounted to +16.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wool in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wool consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 35% share of global consumption. Russia, Brazil, the UK, Pakistan, Germany, Kazakhstan, Italy, Iran, Australia and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of wool in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wool production in 2020 were China, the United States and New Zealand, together accounting for 34% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Brazil, the UK, Pakistan, Australia, Germany, Kazakhstan, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey and Iran, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of wool to Kazakhstan?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of wool to Kazakhstan, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uzbekistan, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of wool from Kazakhstan?

In value terms, China and Russia appeared to be the largest markets for wool exported from Kazakhstan worldwide.

What is the average export price for wool in Kazakhstan?

In 2020, the average wool export price amounted to $669 per ton, shrinking by -46.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wool in Kazakhstan?

In 2020, the average wool import price amounted to $620 per ton, reducing by -28.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wool market in Kazakhstan. 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 13102200 - Wool, degreased or carbonised, not carded or combed

Country coverage:

Kazakhstan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kazakhstan
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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024