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Kuwait: Talcum Powder Market 2024

Talcum Powder Market Size in Kuwait

In 2021, the Kuwaiti talcum powder market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Talcum Powder Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2021, shipments abroad of talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use increased by 220% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after four years of decline. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 1,961%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, talcum powder exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 849%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main destination for talcum powder exports from Kuwait, with a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates (X kg), with a 0.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Saudi Arabia stood at +15.4%.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) remains the key foreign market for talcum powder exports from Kuwait, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 2.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Saudi Arabia totaled +20.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average talcum powder export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -25.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 113%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Talcum Powder Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2021, purchases abroad of talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 70%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, talcum powder imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 161%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest talcum powder supplier to Kuwait, with a 42% share of total imports. Moreover, talcum powder imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Malaysia (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India (X tons), with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates stood at -15.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+1.6% per year) and India (+11.6% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of talcum powder to Kuwait, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia ($X), with a 2.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 2.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled +4.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+1.5% per year) and Germany (-6.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average talcum powder import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -10.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 54%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+44.5%), 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 talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Japan and the United States, together accounting for 32% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Russia, the Philippines, the UK, Indonesia, France, Italy, Macao SAR and Saudi Arabia, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Thailand and the United States, with a combined 57% share of global production. These countries were followed by India, Russia, Italy and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use to Kuwait?

In value terms, the largest talcum powder suppliers to Kuwait were France, Thailand and China, with a combined 46% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use from Kuwait?

In value terms, the largest markets for talcum powder exported from Kuwait were Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands, together comprising 93% of total exports.

What is the average export price for talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use in Kuwait?

The average talcum powder export price stood at $9,490 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for talcum powder and other powders for cosmetic use in Kuwait?

The average talcum powder import price stood at $13,275 per ton in 2021, reducing by -9.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the talcum powder 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:

Prodcom 20421400 - Powders, whether or not compressed, for cosmetic use (including talcum powder)

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. 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 2012–2023
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. 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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023