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Slovakia: Flax Fiber Market 2025

Flax Fiber Market Size in Slovakia

The Slovak flax fiber market surged to $X in 2022, rising by 23% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a slight contraction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Flax Fiber Production in Slovakia

In value terms, flax fiber production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. 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 flax fiber in Slovakia totaled X tons per ha, almost unchanged from 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the yield, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the yield increased by 0.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average flax fiber yield attained the peak level at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The flax fiber harvested area in Slovakia totaled X ha in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the harvested area increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, the harvested area attained the peak level of X ha. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the flax fiber harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Flax Fiber Exports

Exports from Slovakia

In 2022, overseas shipments of flax fiber decreased by -96.6% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after nine years of growth. Overall, exports saw a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 44%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, flax fiber exports contracted notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a slight contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 34% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X kg) was the main destination for flax fiber exports from Slovakia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany stood at -15.0%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) also remains the key foreign market for flax fiber exports from Slovakia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany amounted to +3.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average flax fiber export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 615% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a buoyant expansion. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to +21.8% per year.

Flax Fiber Imports

Imports into Slovakia

In 2022, the amount of flax fiber imported into Slovakia skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 59% against 2021 figures. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, flax fiber imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Germany (X kg) and France (X kg) were the main suppliers of flax fiber imports to Slovakia, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Egypt (with a CAGR of +89.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Egypt ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flax fiber to Slovakia, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Egypt totaled +64.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+10.1% per year) and France (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average flax fiber import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 93% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a prominent expansion. As a result, import price reached 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 France ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-0.1%), 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 flax fiber in the world?

France remains the largest flax fiber consuming country worldwide, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, flax fiber consumption in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.3% share.

What are the largest producers of flax fiber in the world?

The country with the largest volume of flax fiber production was France, comprising approx. 75% of total volume. Moreover, flax fiber production in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belarus, with a 4.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of flax fiber to Slovakia?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of flax fiber to Slovakia, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Czech Republic, with a 23% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of flax fiber from Slovakia?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for flax fiber exports from Slovakia.

What is the average export price for flax fiber in Slovakia?

The average flax fiber export price stood at $1,068 per ton in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for flax fiber in Slovakia?

In 2020, the average flax fiber import price amounted to $3,649 per ton, shrinking by -13.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the flax fiber market in Slovakia. 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 773 - Flax fibre and tow

Country coverage:

Slovakia

Data coverage:

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