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Saudi Arabia: Office Supply Market 2024

Office Supply Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, the Saudi office supply market decreased by 99.9% to less than $X, falling for the third consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, consumption saw a noticeable contraction. Office supply consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Office Supply Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, office supply production totaled less than $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with a decrease of -27.4%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Office Supply Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After three years of decline, shipments abroad of office or school supplies of plastics increased by 35% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a dramatic contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 8,368%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, office supply exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 8,034%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for office supply exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 55% share of total exports. Moreover, office supply exports to Bahrain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, India (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain stood at -18.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (+8.2% per year) and Singapore (-18.5% per year).

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for office or school supplies of plastics exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 46% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 5.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bahrain amounted to -25.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: India (-6.6% per year) and Singapore (-27.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average office supply export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 2.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 26%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bahrain ($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 Kuwait (+19.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Office Supply Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, office supply imports into Saudi Arabia contracted significantly to X tons, falling by -31.2% on 2020. Overall, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 40%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, office supply imports reduced markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a noticeable downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 50% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main office supply supplier to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 93% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States (X tons), with a 1.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at -6.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of office or school supplies of plastics to Saudi Arabia, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 10% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled -4.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average office supply import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 the United States ($X per ton), while the price for China totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+7.6%), 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 office or school supplies of plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 45% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Brazil, Russia, Japan, Indonesia, Germany, Mexico, Italy, France, Canada and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of office or school supplies of plastics in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of office supply production, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, office supply production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of office or school supplies of plastics to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of office supply to Saudi Arabia, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 7.8% share.

What are the leading importers of office or school supplies of plastics from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Kuwait remains the key foreign market for office supply exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 9.8% share of total exports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a 1.9% share.

What is the average export price for office or school supplies of plastics in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average office supply export price amounted to $6,337 per ton, waning by -30.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for office or school supplies of plastics in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average office supply import price amounted to $3,009 per ton, with an increase of 3.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the office supply 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 22292500 - Office or school supplies of plastic (including paperweights, p aper-knives, blotting pads, pen-rests and book marks)

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