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Malaysia: Linseed Market 2025

Linseed Market Size in Malaysia

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the Malaysian linseed market, when its value increased by 14% to $X. Overall, consumption showed significant growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Linseed Exports

Exports from Malaysia

In 2022, approx. X tons of linseed were exported from Malaysia; dropping by -30.8% on the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 395%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, linseed exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 331% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X kg), Singapore (X kg) and Chile (X kg) were the main destinations of linseed exports from Malaysia, with a combined 88% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +18.6%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Singapore ($X) remains the key foreign market for linseed exports from Malaysia, comprising 50% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with a 23% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Singapore stood at +44.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (-5.2% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (-12.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average linseed export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -7.9% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, linseed export price increased by +49.0% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 55% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($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 Vietnam (+86.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Linseed Imports

Imports into Malaysia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of linseed increased by 39% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 200%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, linseed imports reached $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 131% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Russia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of linseed to Malaysia, accounting for a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, linseed imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled +22.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+24.0% per year) and the Netherlands (+27.5% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of linseed to Malaysia, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia stood at +20.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+26.0% per year) and the Netherlands (+21.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average linseed import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -27.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 75% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($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 (+1.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for linseed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of linseed consumption in 2021 were China, Kazakhstan and Belgium, together accounting for 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of linseed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of linseed production in 2021 were Kazakhstan, Russia and Canada, together comprising 71% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of linseed to Malaysia?

In value terms, the largest linseed suppliers to Malaysia were China, Canada and Taiwan Chinese), with a combined 59% share of total imports. The Netherlands, Singapore, India and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the leading importers of linseed from Malaysia?

In value terms, Singapore $963), Hong Kong SAR $608) and Thailand $531) were the largest markets for linseed exported from Malaysia worldwide.

What is the average export price for linseed in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average linseed export price amounted to $2,099 per ton, picking up by 26% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for linseed in Malaysia?

The average linseed import price stood at $1,124 per ton in 2021, surging by 114% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the linseed market in Malaysia. 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 333 - Linseed

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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