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Netherlands: Market for Flax, Raw Or Retted 2022

Market Size for Flax, Raw Or Retted in the Netherlands

The Dutch flax, raw or retted market rose rapidly to $X in 2021, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a significant increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Production of Flax, Raw Or Retted in the Netherlands

In value terms, flax, raw or retted production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2021, the average yield of flax, raw or retted in the Netherlands totaled less than X kg per ha, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2021, the flax, raw or retted harvested area in the Netherlands totaled less than X ha, almost unchanged from the year before. Over the period under review, the harvested area continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports of Flax, Raw Or Retted

Exports from the Netherlands

For the third consecutive year, the Netherlands recorded growth in overseas shipments of flax, raw or retted, which increased by less than X% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, flax, raw or retted exports plummeted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main destinations of flax, raw or retted exports from the Netherlands.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +X value terms, Belgium ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest markets for flax, raw or retted exported from the Netherlands worldwide.

Among the main countries of destination, Germany, with a CAGR of +X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average flax, raw or retted export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -X% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a precipitous decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

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

Imports of Flax, Raw Or Retted

Imports into the Netherlands

In 2021, approx. X tons of flax, raw or retted were imported into the Netherlands; surging by X% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, flax, raw or retted imports rose sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Belgium (X tons) was the main supplier of flax, raw or retted to the Netherlands, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, flax, raw or retted imports from Belgium exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Belgium stood at +X%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flax, raw or retted to the Netherlands, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Belgium stood at +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average flax, raw or retted import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, faced a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium totaled $X per ton.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of flax, raw or retted consumption in 2020 were Canada, the Netherlands and Belgium, together comprising 81% of global consumption.
Canada remains the largest flax, raw or retted producing country worldwide, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, flax, raw or retted production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Egypt, twofold.
In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of flax, raw or retted to the Netherlands, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with a 4.8% share of total imports.
In value terms, Austria, Belgium and France constituted the largest markets for flax, raw or retted exported from the Netherlands worldwide, with a combined 100% share of total exports.
The average flax, raw or retted export price stood at $650 per ton in 2020, reducing by -10.9% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average flax, raw or retted import price amounted to $402 per ton, shrinking by -9.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for flax, raw or retted in the Netherlands. 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 771 - Flax, raw or retted

Country coverage:

  • Netherlands

Data coverage:

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

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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:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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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