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Saudi Arabia: Silk-Worm Cocoons Market 2025

Silk-Worm Cocoons Market Size in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in the Saudi silk-worm cocoons market, when its value increased by 1.3% to $X. Overall, consumption recorded a mild expansion. Silk-worm cocoons consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted slight growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 79%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Saudi Arabia stood at less than X kg per ha, flattening at the year before. Over the period under review, the yield saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. less than X ha of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) were harvested in Saudi Arabia; therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) decreased by 0% to X kg in 2017. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2015. The exports peaked in 2017 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons exports stood at $X in 2017. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2015. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2017 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X kg) was the main destination for silk-worm cocoons exports from Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kuwait was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value to Kuwait was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2017, the average silk-worm cocoons export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a sharp setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2014 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to 0.0% per year.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was decline in supplies from abroad of silk-worm cocoons (reelable), when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. Over the period under review, imports faced a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 10% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a sharp decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 126% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X kg) was the main supplier of silk-worm cocoons to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from India was relatively modest.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) to Saudi Arabia.

From 2018 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average silk-worm cocoons import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 105%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

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

From 2018 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to 0.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in the world?

China remains the largest silk-worm cocoons consuming country worldwide, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Uzbekistan, with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of silk-worm cocoons production in 2021 were China, India and Uzbekistan, with a combined 91% share of global production. Romania, Vietnam and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 5.5%. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the world's second-largest producer, India, twofold.

What are the leading suppliers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of silk-worm cocoons to Saudi Arabia.

What is the average export price for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Saudi Arabia?

In 2017, the average silk-worm cocoons export price amounted to $6,758 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Saudi Arabia?

In 2019, the average silk-worm cocoons import price amounted to $151,584 per ton, with an increase of 105% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silk-worm cocoons 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:

FCL 1185 - Cocoons, reelable

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024