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Oman: Metal Skid Chain Market 2025

Metal Skid Chain Market Size in Oman

The Omani metal skid chain market declined sharply to $X in 2021, falling by -15.5% against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +24.5% against 2019 indices. Metal skid chain consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Skid Chain Production in Oman

In value terms, metal skid chain production declined notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 74% against the previous year. Metal skid chain production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Metal Skid Chain Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2021, shipments abroad of iron or steel skid chain decreased by -43.8% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a precipitous descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 72%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports faced a sharp downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 65%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X kg) was the main destination for metal skid chain exports from Oman, with a approx. 94% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates amounted to -39.1%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the key foreign market for iron or steel skid chain exports from Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates stood at -29.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal skid chain export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 140% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a significant increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +16.2% per year.

Metal Skid Chain Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2021, purchases abroad of iron or steel skid chain was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 187%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 264% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Oman, accounting for a 61% share of total imports. Moreover, metal skid chain imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Canada (X kg), with a 4.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates stood at -12.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+0.2% per year) and Canada (+78.7% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Germany ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) were the largest metal skid chain suppliers to Oman, together comprising 86% of total imports. These countries were followed by Canada and China, which together accounted for a further 4%.

Among the main suppliers, Canada, with a CAGR of +25.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average metal skid chain import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -4.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average import price increased by 86%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+254.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron or steel skid chain in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal skid chain consumption in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, with a combined 54% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel skid chain in the world?

China remains the largest metal skid chain producing country worldwide, accounting for 46% of total volume. Moreover, metal skid chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel skid chain to Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to Oman, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 5.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 3.4% share.

What are the leading importers of iron or steel skid chain from Oman?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for metal skid chain exports from Oman.

What is the average export price for iron or steel skid chain in Oman?

In 2021, the average metal skid chain export price amounted to $10,053 per ton, which is down by -4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel skid chain in Oman?

The average metal skid chain import price stood at $9,748 per ton in 2021, jumping by 40% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal skid chain market in Oman. 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains

Country coverage:

Oman

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024