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Sudan: Metal Filing Cabinet Market 2025

Metal Filing Cabinet Market Size in Sudan

The Sudanese metal filing cabinet market fell significantly to $X in 2021, dropping by -85.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption continues to indicate a deep setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Metal Filing Cabinet Exports

Exports from Sudan

In 2021, shipments abroad of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal decreased by -9.6% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, posted significant growth. The smallest decline of -8.8% was in 2020. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet exports reduced remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The smallest decline of -39.7% was in 2020. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Rwanda (X tons) was the main destination for metal filing cabinet exports from Sudan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Rwanda was relatively modest.

In value terms, Rwanda ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal exports from Sudan.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Rwanda was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal filing cabinet export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -62.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 a decrease of -33.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uganda amounted to +56.5% per year.

Metal Filing Cabinet Imports

Imports into Sudan

Metal filing cabinet imports into Sudan declined markedly to X tons in 2021, which is down by -84.4% against the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a sharp slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 104% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet imports reduced markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 79%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Uganda (X tons) constituted the largest metal filing cabinet supplier to Sudan, accounting for a 47% share of total imports. Moreover, metal filing cabinet imports from Uganda exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Jordan (X tons), with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Uganda was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-14.2% per year) and Jordan (-4.6% per year).

In value terms, Uganda ($X), China ($X) and Jordan ($X) were the largest metal filing cabinet suppliers to Sudan, with a combined 86% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Uganda, with a CAGR of +11.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 35% against the previous year. In general, the import price posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 44%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+16.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Italy and Pakistan, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. China, Japan, Indonesia, France, Turkey, the UK, Iran, Canada, Thailand and Serbia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal filing cabinet production was China, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, metal filing cabinet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, fourfold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to Sudan?

In value terms, China, South Korea and Uganda appeared to be the largest metal filing cabinet suppliers to Sudan, together accounting for 88% of total imports. The United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Jordan and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 8.1%.

What is the average export price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Sudan?

The average metal filing cabinet export price stood at $894 per ton in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Sudan?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $4,185 per ton, which is down by -2.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal filing cabinet market in Sudan. 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 25992200 - Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets... or desk equipment of base metal

Country coverage:

Sudan

Data coverage:

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