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Libya: Cotton Fabric Market 2025

Cotton Fabric Market Size in Libya

The Libyan cotton fabric market declined significantly to $X in 2021, dropping by -32.7% 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 saw a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Fabric Exports

Exports from Libya

In 2021, shipments abroad of woven fabrics of cotton increased by 18% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 246% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cotton fabric exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 553% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for cotton fabric exports from Libya, with a 606% share of total exports. Moreover, cotton fabric exports to Turkey exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Tunisia (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turkey was relatively modest.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for woven fabrics of cotton exports from Libya, comprising 783% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia ($X), with a 22% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Turkey was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton fabric export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 2.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 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, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tunisia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tunisia (-4.3%).

Cotton Fabric Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, purchases abroad of woven fabrics of cotton decreased by -29.6% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton fabric imports dropped notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports faced a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 71%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of cotton fabric to Libya, with a 97% share of total imports. Moreover, cotton fabric imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), with a 22% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (-1.3% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+3.2% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of woven fabrics of cotton to Libya, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Thailand ($X), with a 9.6% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 9.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+36.3% per year) and Turkey (-15.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton fabric import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -4.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a mild shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 100%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+14.7%), 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 woven fabrics of cotton in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cotton fabric consumption in 2020 were India, the United States and Bangladesh, together comprising 34% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of woven fabrics of cotton in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of cotton fabric production, comprising approx. 43% of total volume. Moreover, cotton fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of woven fabrics of cotton to Libya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of cotton fabric to Libya, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by South Korea, with a 7.3% share.

What are the leading importers of woven fabrics of cotton from Libya?

In value terms, Tunisia remains the key foreign market for cotton fabric exports from Libya.

What is the average export price for woven fabrics of cotton in Libya?

The average cotton fabric export price stood at $1,276 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -93.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for woven fabrics of cotton in Libya?

The average cotton fabric import price stood at $4,354 per ton in 2020, which is down by -30.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton fabric market in Libya. 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 13202020 - Woven fabrics of cotton weighing . .100 g/m., for medical gauzes, bandages and dressings
Prodcom 13202060 - Woven fabrics of denim cotton weighing > .200 g/m. (including denim other than blue)
Prodcom 132020Z1 - Cotton fabrics, . .200 g/m. (excluding gauze and coloured yarns)
Prodcom 132020Z2 - Cotton fabrics, > .200 g/m. (excluding coloured yarns)
Prodcom 132020Z3 - Woven fabrics of cotton of yarns of different colours (excluding denim)

Country coverage:

Libya

Data coverage:

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