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Sudan: Cotton Bag Market 2025

Cotton Bag Market Size in Sudan

The Sudanese cotton bag market contracted to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -3.4% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a resilient expansion. Cotton bag consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cotton Bag Production in Sudan

In value terms, cotton bag production contracted modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Cotton Bag Exports

Exports from Sudan

Cotton bag exports from Sudan totaled X kg in 2019, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, cotton bag exports stood at $X in 2019. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2019 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Kenya (X kg) was the main destination for cotton bag exports from Sudan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2019 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Kenya was relatively modest.

From 2019 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Kenya was relatively modest.

Cotton Bag Imports

Imports into Sudan

In 2021, imports of sacks and bags of cotton into Sudan surged to X tons, increasing by 100% against the previous year. In general, imports recorded a measured increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 105% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton bag imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Bangladesh (X tons) was the main supplier of cotton bag to Sudan, accounting for a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, cotton bag imports from Bangladesh exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Bangladesh totaled +2.1%.

In value terms, Bangladesh ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sacks and bags of cotton to Sudan, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 3.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Bangladesh amounted to -7.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cotton bag import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 29%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bangladesh ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (-4.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sacks and bags of cotton in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cotton bag consumption in 2020 were China, Italy and India, with a combined 33% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of sacks and bags of cotton in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cotton bag production was China, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, cotton bag production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sacks and bags of cotton to Sudan?

In value terms, Kenya constituted the largest supplier of cotton bag to Sudan, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 12% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for sacks and bags of cotton in Sudan?

The average cotton bag export price stood at $19,865 per ton in 2019, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for sacks and bags of cotton in Sudan?

In 2020, the average cotton bag import price amounted to $8,565 per ton, increasing by 26% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton bag 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 13922130 - Sacks and bags, of cotton, used for packing goods

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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