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Philippines: Nonwoven Fabric Market 2024

Nonwoven Fabric Exports

Exports from the Philippines

In 2022, exports of nonwoven fabrics from the Philippines shrank sharply to X tons, with a decrease of -57.2% on 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 2,743% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports declined notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 3,808% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons) was the main destination for nonwoven fabric exports from the Philippines, with a approx. 228% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Japan amounted to +63.9%.

In value terms, Japan ($X) also remains the key foreign market for nonwoven fabrics exports from the Philippines.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Japan totaled +43.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nonwoven fabric export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 59%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Japan amounted to -12.6% per year.

Nonwoven Fabric Imports

Imports into the Philippines

In 2022, imports of nonwoven fabrics into the Philippines soared to X tons, with an increase of 17% on 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 55%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main nonwoven fabric supplier to the Philippines, with a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, nonwoven fabric imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Malaysia (X tons), sixfold. Thailand (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at +23.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+22.4% per year) and Thailand (+21.1% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabrics to the Philippines, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 3.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +28.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Malaysia (+22.2% per year) and Thailand (+15.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 14% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 31%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+16.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nonwoven fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Indonesia, with a combined 37% share of global consumption. Brazil, Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Turkey, Mexico and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of nonwoven fabrics in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of nonwoven fabric production, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, nonwoven fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of nonwoven fabrics to the Philippines?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabric to the Philippines, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of nonwoven fabrics from the Philippines?

In value terms, Japan emerged as the key foreign market for nonwoven fabric exports from the Philippines, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 2% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for nonwoven fabrics in the Philippines?

The average nonwoven fabric export price stood at $22,764 per ton in 2021, growing by 433% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nonwoven fabrics in the Philippines?

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $2,414 per ton, reducing by -24.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nonwoven fabric market in the Philippines. 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 13951010 - Non-wovens of a weight . .25 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951020 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .25 g/m. but . .70 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951030 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .70 g/m. but . .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951050 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951070 - Non-wovens, coated or covered (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel)

Country coverage:

Philippines

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Philippines
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