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Oman: Market for Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel 2025

Market Size for Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel in Oman

The Omani metal welded link chain market declined significantly to $X in 2021, waning by -78.1% 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). Over the period under review, consumption showed a pronounced descent. Metal welded link chain consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel

Exports from Oman

For the third consecutive year, Oman recorded growth in shipments abroad of welded link chain of iron or steel, which increased by 63% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 591%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, metal welded link chain exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 872%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for metal welded link chain exports from Oman, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Qatar totaled +58.9%.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) also remains the key foreign market for welded link chain of iron or steel exports from Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Qatar amounted to +52.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal welded link chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 48%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to +20.9% per year.

Imports of Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel

Imports into Oman

In 2021, metal welded link chain imports into Oman reduced rapidly to X tons, waning by -74.8% on 2020. In general, imports showed a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 285% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, metal welded link chain imports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed noticeable growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 419% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), China (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main suppliers of metal welded link chain imports to Oman, together accounting for 95% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of +70.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), China ($X) and Turkey ($X) constituted the largest metal welded link chain suppliers to Oman, with a combined 70% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Turkey, with a CAGR of +71.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal welded link chain import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 26% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, metal welded link chain import price decreased by -1.1% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 42% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Bahrain ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bahrain (+179.3%), 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 welded link chain of iron or steel in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal welded link chain consumption was China, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, metal welded link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.8% share.

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal welded link chain production, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, metal welded link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, more than tenfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.1% share.

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

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of metal welded link chain to Oman, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Greece, with a 9% share.

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

In value terms, Free Zones remains the key foreign market for metal welded link chain exports from Oman.

What is the average export price for welded link chain of iron or steel in Oman?

In 2018, the average metal welded link chain export price amounted to $2,227 per ton, rising by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for welded link chain of iron or steel in Oman?

In 2020, the average metal welded link chain import price amounted to $2,509 per ton, falling by -7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for metal welded link chain 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 25931724 - Welded link chain of iron or steel (excluding articulated link chain, skid chain and stud-link chain)

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