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Saudi Arabia: Woolen Yarn Market 2025

Woolen Yarn Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi woolen yarn market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a pronounced curtailment. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Woolen Yarn Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, woolen yarn production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a slight downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 26%. Woolen yarn production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Woolen Yarn Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of yarn of wool, when their volume increased by 186% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a abrupt setback. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, woolen yarn exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a deep setback. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Syrian Arab Republic (X tons) was the main destination for woolen yarn exports from Saudi Arabia, with a 87% share of total exports. Moreover, woolen yarn exports to Syrian Arab Republic exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Turkey (X kg), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Syrian Arab Republic totaled +30.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Turkey (-32.8% per year) and Jordan (-47.4% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X), Syrian Arab Republic ($X) and Jordan ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for woolen yarn exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, with a combined 98% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Syrian Arab Republic, with a CAGR of +17.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average woolen yarn export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -32.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 58% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Syrian Arab Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Turkey (+12.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Woolen Yarn Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Woolen yarn imports into Saudi Arabia surged to X tons in 2021, picking up by 90% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a sharp curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 290%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, woolen yarn imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 154% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Africa (X tons) was the main woolen yarn supplier to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 99.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Africa amounted to +23.5%.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of yarn of wool to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa totaled +25.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average woolen yarn import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -3.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average import price increased by 220%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +63.1% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for yarn of wool in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of woolen yarn consumption in 2020 were China, India and Italy, together accounting for 42% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of yarn of wool in the world?

China remains the largest woolen yarn producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, woolen yarn production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of yarn of wool to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of woolen yarn to Saudi Arabia, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 3.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of yarn of wool from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United States emerged as the key foreign market for woolen yarn exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 17% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Syrian Arab Republic $160), with a 0.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for yarn of wool in Saudi Arabia?

The average woolen yarn export price stood at $27,503 per ton in 2020, surging by 17% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for yarn of wool in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average woolen yarn import price amounted to $7,537 per ton, increasing by 2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the woolen yarn 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 13105010 - Yarn of carded wool or fine animal hair, n.p.r.s.
Prodcom 13105030 - Yarn of combed wool or fine animal hair, n.p.r.s.
Prodcom 13105050 - Yarn of wool or fine animal hair, p.r.s.

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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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