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Saudi Arabia: Waste Cork Market 2025

Waste Cork Market Size in Saudi Arabia

After two years of growth, the Saudi waste cork market decreased by -9.1% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption continues to indicate a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Waste Cork Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, waste cork production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production enjoyed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 164% against the previous year. Waste cork production peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Waste Cork Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, overseas shipments of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork increased by 29% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 393% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, waste cork exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 1,181%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for waste cork exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 81% share of total exports. Moreover, waste cork exports to Bahrain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X kg), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain amounted to -5.6%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) remains the key foreign market for waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 3.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bahrain stood at +11.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average waste cork export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 59% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 160%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kuwait (+55.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Waste Cork Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2014, approx. X tons of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork were imported into Saudi Arabia; with an increase of 21% on the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +20.6% from 2013 to 2014; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, waste cork imports soared to $X in 2014. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +32.3% over the period from 2013 to 2014; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Italy (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Aruba (X tons) were the main suppliers of waste cork imports to Saudi Arabia, with a combined 82% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2014, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Italy (with a CAGR of +5.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest waste cork suppliers to Saudi Arabia were Italy ($X), Aruba ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 64% share of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +25.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2014, the average waste cork import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 9.8% against the previous year. Over the last one years, it increased at an average annual rate of +9.8%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2013 to 2014, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+5.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork in the world?

The country with the largest volume of waste cork consumption was China, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, waste cork consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork in the world?

The country with the largest volume of waste cork production was China, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, waste cork production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Italy, Aruba and Spain constituted the largest waste cork suppliers to Saudi Arabia, together comprising 64% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates $387) remains the key foreign market for waste cork exports from Saudi Arabia.

What is the average export price for waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork in Saudi Arabia?

The average waste cork export price stood at $2,081 per ton in 2020, rising by 10% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork in Saudi Arabia?

The average waste cork import price stood at $1,189 per ton in 2014, falling by -14.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the waste cork 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 16292130 - Waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork (excluding natural cork raw or simply prepared)

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
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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. 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