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Pakistan: Cotton Linters Market 2025

Cotton Linters Market Size in Pakistan

In 2021, the Pakistani cotton linters market decreased by -5.8% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate mild growth. Cotton linters consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Linters Production in Pakistan

In value terms, cotton linters production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 43% against the previous year. Cotton linters production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from Pakistan

Cotton linters exports from Pakistan skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, increasing by 16% on the year before. Overall, exports saw slight growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 194%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 198% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for cotton linters exports from Pakistan, accounting for a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, cotton linters exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, South Korea (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled +3.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from Pakistan, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a 5.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China stood at +23.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cotton linters export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 91% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Korea totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+19.0%).

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, imports of cotton linters into Pakistan skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by 159% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, recorded a significant curtailment. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a sharp reduction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Azerbaijan (X tons) was the main supplier of cotton linters to Pakistan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Azerbaijan amounted to +8.2%.

In value terms, Azerbaijan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Azerbaijan stood at -3.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cotton linters import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -16.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Azerbaijan.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +0.9% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton linters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, China and the United States, with a combined 84% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of cotton linters in the world?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of cotton linters production, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, cotton linters production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton linters to Pakistan?

In value terms, Azerbaijan constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to Pakistan.

What are the leading importers of cotton linters from Pakistan?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from Pakistan.

What is the average export price for cotton linters in Pakistan?

The average cotton linters export price stood at $1,698 per ton in 2021, declining by -2.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton linters in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $1,528 per ton, with a decrease of -27.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters market in Pakistan. 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 10413000 - Cotton linters

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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