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South Africa: Cotton Linters Market 2025

Cotton Linters Market Size in South Africa

In 2021, the South African cotton linters market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a mild shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cotton Linters Production in South Africa

In value terms, cotton linters production rose slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2021, shipments abroad of cotton linters decreased by -63.2% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 199% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, cotton linters exports declined sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 242%. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Bangladesh (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main destinations of cotton linters exports from South Africa, with a combined 72% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Mauritius, Vietnam and Angola, which together accounted for a further 28%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Angola (with a CAGR of +176.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), Bangladesh ($X) and China ($X) were the largest markets for cotton linters exported from South Africa worldwide, together comprising 72% of total exports. These countries were followed by Mauritius, Indonesia, Vietnam and Angola, which together accounted for a further 28%.

Angola, with a CAGR of +156.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average cotton linters export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 49% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.3%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Mauritius ($X per ton) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bangladesh ($X per ton) and Angola ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (+8.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2021, the amount of cotton linters imported into South Africa skyrocketed to X tons, increasing by 54% on the previous year. Overall, imports enjoyed a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 589%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 556% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main supplier of cotton linters to South Africa, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +123.1%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +136.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -16.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 158%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020, and then declined notably in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Swaziland amounted to +32.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton linters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, China and the United States, together comprising 84% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of cotton linters in the world?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of cotton linters production, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, cotton linters production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton linters to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to South Africa.

What are the leading importers of cotton linters from South Africa?

In value terms, Bangladesh, Taiwan Chinese) and China were the largest markets for cotton linters exported from South Africa worldwide, together comprising 72% of total exports. Mauritius, India and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What is the average export price for cotton linters in South Africa?

The average cotton linters export price stood at $1,407 per ton in 2021, reducing by -2.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton linters in South Africa?

The average cotton linters import price stood at $1,501 per ton in 2021, reducing by -27.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters market in South Africa. 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 10413000 - Cotton linters

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in South Africa
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 2012–2024
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