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Middle East: Book Cover Market 2025

Book Cover Market Size in the Middle East

The Middle Eastern book cover market shrank dramatically to $X in 2022, dropping by -20.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a slight decline. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Book Cover Production in the Middle East

In value terms, book cover production expanded to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 80%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Book Cover Exports

Exports in the Middle East

In 2022, overseas shipments of blotting pads and book covers increased by 5% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 103%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, book cover exports rose sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 70% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) represented roughly 67% of total exports in 2022. Lebanon (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total exports with a 14% share, followed by Israel (9%). Jordan (X tons), Syrian Arab Republic (X tons) and Oman (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Oman (with a CAGR of +19.9%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.

In value terms, Turkey ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Lebanon ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined 76% share of total exports. Israel, Jordan, Syrian Arab Republic and Oman lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

Among the main exporting countries, Israel, with a CAGR of +13.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 2.8% against the previous year. Export price indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, book cover export price increased by +83.0% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the export price increased by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Jordan ($X per ton), while Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Jordan (+13.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Book Cover Imports

Imports in the Middle East

After four years of decline, overseas purchases of blotting pads and book covers increased by 5.3% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 51% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, book cover imports dropped to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 10%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Oman (X tons) and Iraq (X tons) were the major importers of blotting pads and book covers in the Middle East, together reaching near 50% of total imports. It was distantly followed by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Israel (X tons), Jordan (X tons), Yemen (X tons) and Bahrain (X tons), together creating a 36% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Oman (with a CAGR of +8.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

In value terms, Iraq ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Oman ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined 60% share of total imports. Israel, Jordan, Bahrain and Yemen lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

Yemen, with a CAGR of +7.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -8.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by 46%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Yemen ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Jordan (+7.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of book cover consumption in 2020 were Turkey, Syrian Arab Republic and Yemen, together comprising 54% of total consumption. Lebanon, Israel, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Iraq lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
The countries with the highest volumes of book cover production in 2020 were Turkey, Syrian Arab Republic and Lebanon, with a combined 66% share of total production. Yemen, Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.
In value terms, Lebanon emerged as the largest book cover supplier in the Middle East, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 18% share of total exports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a 5.7% share.
In value terms, Oman, Iraq and Kuwait constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together comprising 61% of total imports.
The book cover export price in the Middle East stood at $5,895 per ton in 2020, increasing by 167% against the previous year.
In 2020, the book cover import price in the Middle East amounted to $3,655 per ton, picking up by 7.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the book cover market in the Middle East. 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 17231390 - Blotting pads and book covers, of paper or paperboard

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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 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 Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 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
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Bahrain
    • Iran
    • Iraq
    • Israel
    • Jordan
    • Kuwait
    • Lebanon
    • Oman
    • Palestine
    • Qatar
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Syrian Arab Republic
    • Turkey
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Yemen
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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