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Kuwait: Cotton Lint Market 2024

Cotton Lint Market Size in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti cotton lint market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, picking up by 24% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a abrupt setback. Cotton lint consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Lint Exports

Exports from Kuwait

After three years of decline, shipments abroad of cotton lint decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports recorded prominent growth. The smallest decline of -37% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cotton lint exports totaled $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced increase. The smallest decline of -44.5% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X kg) was the main destination for cotton lint exports from Kuwait, with a 56% share of total exports. Moreover, cotton lint exports to Sweden exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Saudi Arabia (X kg), fivefold.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Sweden was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Saudi Arabia (0.0% per year) and Denmark (-76.2% per year).

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Sweden was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Saudi Arabia (0.0% per year) and Denmark (-68.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton lint export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 a decrease of -11.9%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sweden ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Denmark (+33.8%).

Cotton Lint Imports

Imports into Kuwait

Cotton lint imports into Kuwait surged to X tons in 2022, rising by 24% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 62%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cotton lint imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 107% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Pakistan (X tons), China (X tons) and India (X kg) were the main suppliers of cotton lint imports to Kuwait, together accounting for 84% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +9.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest cotton lint suppliers to Kuwait were China ($X), India ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 67% share of total imports.

India, with a CAGR of +3.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average cotton lint import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -31% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded slight growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 51% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

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 Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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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, with a combined 60% share of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Pakistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Australia and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton lint to Kuwait?

In value terms, the largest cotton lint suppliers to Kuwait were Indonesia, China and the UK, with a combined 71% share of total imports.

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

The average cotton lint export price stood at $1,500 per ton in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year.

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

The average cotton lint import price stood at $4,020 per ton in 2021, growing by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton lint market in Kuwait. 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:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023