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New Zealand: Market for Flax, Tow And Waste 2022

Market Size for Flax, Tow And Waste in New Zealand

The New Zealand flax, tow and waste market fell slightly to $X in 2021, with a decrease of less than 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). In general, consumption, however, faced a abrupt decrease. Flax, tow and waste consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Flax, Tow And Waste

Exports from New Zealand

For the seventh consecutive year, New Zealand recorded growth in shipments abroad of flax, tow and waste, which increased by X% to X kg in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a significant decrease. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X kg in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, flax, tow and waste exports amounted to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X kg) was the main destination for flax, tow and waste exports from New Zealand, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain amounted to +X%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) also remains the key foreign market for flax, tow and waste exports from New Zealand.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bahrain amounted to +X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average flax, tow and waste export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted a strong increase. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Bahrain.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bahrain amounted to +X% per year.

Imports of Flax, Tow And Waste

Imports into New Zealand

In 2021, purchases abroad of flax, tow and waste was finally on the rise to reach X kg for the first time since 2013, thus ending a seven-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, faced a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X kg. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, flax, tow and waste imports amounted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of flax, tow and waste to New Zealand, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, flax, tow and waste imports from the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ukraine (X kg), fivefold.

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

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flax, tow and waste to New Zealand, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ukraine ($X), with less than X% share of total imports.

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

Import Prices by Country

The average flax, tow and waste import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+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, with a combined 77% share of global consumption.
France remains the largest flax, tow and waste producing country worldwide, 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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 9.2% share.
In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of flax, tow and waste to New Zealand, comprising 99% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ukraine $6), with a 0.6% share of total imports.
The average flax, tow and waste export price stood at $6,765 per ton in 2020, increasing by 9.7% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average flax, tow and waste import price amounted to $16,742 per ton, which is down by -30% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for flax, tow and waste in New Zealand. 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:

  • New Zealand

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

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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