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Mexico: Market for Flax, Tow And Waste 2022

Market Size for Flax, Tow And Waste in Mexico

The Mexican flax, tow and waste market plummeted to $X in 2021, shrinking by -X% 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 abrupt contraction. Flax, tow and waste consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Flax, Tow And Waste

Exports from Mexico

Flax, tow and waste exports from Mexico soared to X kg in 2021, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, flax, tow and waste exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Cuba (X kg) was the main destination for flax, tow and waste exports from Mexico, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, flax, tow and waste exports to Cuba exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X kg), sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Panama (X kg), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Cuba stood at +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (+X% per year) and Panama (+X% per year).

In value terms, Cuba ($X) remains the key foreign market for flax, tow and waste exports from Mexico, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by El Salvador ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Panama, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cuba stood at +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: El Salvador (+X% per year) and Panama (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average flax, tow and waste export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs 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 El Salvador ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Guatemala ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Costa Rica (+X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Flax, Tow And Waste

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, supplies from abroad of flax, tow and waste decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. Overall, imports showed a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, flax, tow and waste imports fell to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Hungary (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of flax, tow and waste to Mexico, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, flax, tow and waste imports from Hungary exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X kg), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Hungary amounted to -X%.

In value terms, Hungary ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flax, tow and waste to Mexico, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Hungary totaled -X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average flax, tow and waste import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by less than X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, flax, tow and waste import price increased by +X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Hungary amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of flax, tow and waste consumption in 2021 were China, France and Canada, together accounting for 77% of global consumption.
France constituted the country with the largest volume of flax, tow and waste production, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, flax, tow and waste production in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, threefold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.2% share.
In value terms, Hungary constituted the largest supplier of flax, tow and waste to Mexico, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 26% share of total imports.
In value terms, Cuba $565) remains the key foreign market for flax, tow and waste exports from Mexico, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by El Salvador $170), with an 18% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 14% share.
The average flax, tow and waste export price stood at $2,255 per ton in 2021, declining by -26.9% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average flax, tow and waste import price amounted to $7,321 per ton, with an increase of 2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for flax, tow and waste in Mexico. 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 774 - Flax tow and waste

Country coverage:

  • Mexico

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Mexico
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
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  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012-2024

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