
MENA - Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates and Cups - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups in MENA
The MENA's paper dishes and cups market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, rising by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw buoyant growth. The level of consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
Production of Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups in MENA
In value terms, paper dishes and cups production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a significant expansion. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.
Exports of Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups
Exports in MENA
In 2021, approx. X tons of paper trays, dishes, plates and cups were exported in MENA; jumping by 58% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw resilient growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, paper dishes and cups exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed prominent growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Turkey represented the key exporter of paper trays, dishes, plates and cups in MENA, with the volume of exports amounting to X tons, which was approx. 66% of total exports in 2021. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) held a 17% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Saudi Arabia (4.7%). Kuwait (X tons), Palestine (X tons) and Syrian Arab Republic (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to paper dishes and cups exports from Turkey stood at +23.4%. At the same time, Syrian Arab Republic (+29.1%), Kuwait (+27.0%), Palestine (+11.8%), the United Arab Emirates (+6.6%) and Saudi Arabia (+2.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Syrian Arab Republic emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MENA, with a CAGR of +29.1% from 2012-2021. While the share of Turkey (+32 p.p.) and Kuwait (+1.7 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Saudi Arabia (-8.4 p.p.) and the United Arab Emirates (-15.9 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Turkey ($X) remains the largest paper dishes and cups supplier in MENA, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Saudi Arabia, with a 5% share.
In Turkey, paper dishes and cups exports expanded at an average annual rate of +22.3% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+6.4% per year) and Saudi Arabia (+3.8% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the export price in MENA amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 8.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Palestine ($X per ton), while Syrian Arab Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Syrian Arab Republic (+9.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups
Imports in MENA
In 2021, the amount of paper trays, dishes, plates and cups imported in MENA soared to X tons, jumping by 20% compared with 2020 figures. In general, imports recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 26% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, paper dishes and cups imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a remarkable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
The purchases of the three major importers of paper trays, dishes, plates and cups, namely Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Israel, represented more than half of total import. Iraq (X tons) held a 10% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Qatar (8.4%) and Kuwait (5.9%). Oman (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Iraq (with a CAGR of +36.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Israel ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 62% of total imports. These countries were followed by Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait and Oman, which together accounted for a further 26%.
Iraq, with a CAGR of +37.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the import price in MENA amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 8.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Israel ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+3.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper dishes and cups in MENA. 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 17221300 - Trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like of paper or paperboard
Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Bahrain
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Morocco
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in MENA, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in MENA
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
Reasons to buy this report:
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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.
In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:
- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
- How to load your idle production capacity
- How to boost your sales on overseas markets
- How to increase your profit margins
- How to make your supply chain more sustainable
- How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
- How to outsource production to other countries
- How to prepare your business for global expansion
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Morocco
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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