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Saudi Arabia: Matches Market 2024

Matches Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi matches market totaled $X in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Matches Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, matches production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Matches Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

For the fifth consecutive year, Saudi Arabia recorded decline in overseas shipments of matches, which decreased by -20% to X kg in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a sharp slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 155% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, matches exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 172%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X kg) was the main destination for matches exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 83% share of total exports. Moreover, matches exports to the United Arab Emirates exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Yemen (X kg), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates stood at +5.8%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the key foreign market for matches exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Yemen ($X), with a 12% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates totaled +7.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average matches export price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, export price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, matches export price decreased by -0.1% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Yemen totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Nigeria (+13.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Matches Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2014, purchases abroad of matches decreased by -46.8% to X tons for the first time since 2011, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 21%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then shrank notably in the following year.

In value terms, matches imports fell significantly to $X in 2014. In general, imports recorded a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 35% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2014, Pakistan (X tons) constituted the largest matches supplier to Saudi Arabia, with a 79% share of total imports. Moreover, matches imports from Pakistan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Pakistan stood at -16.3%.

In value terms, the largest matches suppliers to Saudi Arabia were Pakistan ($X) and India ($X).

In terms of the main suppliers, Pakistan, with a CAGR of -15.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average matches import price stood at $X per ton in 2014, reducing by -8.6% against the previous year. Over the last two years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.0%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 12%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2014, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2014, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+6.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for matches in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of matches consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 35% of global consumption. Nigeria, Russia, Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, Belarus, Japan, Ghana and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of matches in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of matches production in 2020 were India, China and the United States, together comprising 51% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Indonesia, Brazil, Belarus, Pakistan, Sweden, Germany and Japan, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of matches to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Pakistan constituted the largest supplier of matches to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of matches from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for matches exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Yemen $960), with a 19% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for matches in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average matches export price amounted to $2,726 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for matches in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average matches import price amounted to $1,085 per ton, falling by -12.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the matches market in Saudi Arabia. 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 20512000 - Matches (excluding Bengal matches and other pyrotechnic products)

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

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