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Oman: Market for Printing and Writing Paper 2024

Market Size for Printing and Writing Paper in Oman

In 2021, the Omani printing and writing paper market decreased by -7.5% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption saw a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the market value increased by 9.9%. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Printing and Writing Paper

Exports from Oman

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of printing and writing paper decreased by -59.3% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a notable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 240% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, printing and writing paper exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 190% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

India (X tons), Qatar (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of printing and writing paper exports from Oman, with a combined 73% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +47.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Qatar ($X) and Yemen ($X) were the largest markets for printing and writing paper exported from Oman worldwide, with a combined 79% share of total exports.

India, with a CAGR of +45.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 21% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Qatar ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Somalia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Yemen (+7.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Printing and Writing Paper

Imports into Oman

After four years of decline, overseas purchases of printing and writing paper increased by 1.8% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 14%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, printing and writing paper imports expanded modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 12%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main suppliers of printing and writing paper imports to Oman, with a combined 48% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +12.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of printing and writing paper to Oman, comprising 28% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Saudi Arabia, with an 8.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +3.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (-5.9% per year) and Saudi Arabia (+13.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average printing and writing paper import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 12%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+3.5%), 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 printing and writing paper in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of printing and writing paper consumption, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, printing and writing paper consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.4% share.

What are the largest producers of printing and writing paper in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of printing and writing paper production, accounting for 36% of total volume. Moreover, printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of printing and writing paper to Oman?

In value terms, the largest printing and writing paper suppliers to Oman were the United Arab Emirates, Austria and India, with a combined 45% share of total imports. Indonesia, China, South Korea, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Italy, Germany and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 40%.

What are the leading importers of printing and writing paper from Oman?

In value terms, Qatar remains the key foreign market for printing and writing paper exports from Oman, comprising 29% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Kuwait, with a 5.2% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 3.8% share.

What is the average export price for printing and writing paper in Oman?

The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $895 per ton in 2021, which is down by -2.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for printing and writing paper in Oman?

In 2021, the average printing and writing paper import price amounted to $909 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for printing and writing paper 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:

FCL 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical
FCL 1615 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, wood free
FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023