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Sweden: Hemp Tow Market 2025

Hemp Tow Market Size in Sweden

The Swedish hemp tow market shrank sharply to $X in 2022, which is down by -40.1% 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, however, continues to indicate prominent growth. Hemp tow consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Hemp Tow Exports

Exports from Sweden

In 2022, shipments abroad of hemp tow was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, exports saw modest growth. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hemp tow exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a buoyant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Norway (X tons) was the main destination for hemp tow exports from Sweden, accounting for a 92% share of total exports. Moreover, hemp tow exports to Norway exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Denmark (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Norway amounted to +10.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Denmark (-12.5% per year) and Finland (-20.1% per year).

In value terms, Norway ($X) remains the key foreign market for hemp tow exports from Sweden, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Denmark ($X), with a 3.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Norway stood at +14.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Denmark (-3.4% per year) and Finland (-4.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average hemp tow export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 7.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 43%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Finland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Finland (+19.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Hemp Tow Imports

Imports into Sweden

In 2022, the amount of hemp tow imported into Sweden declined dramatically to X tons, waning by -33.6% compared with 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 185% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hemp tow imports fell dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 132%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, France (X tons) was the main supplier of hemp tow to Sweden, accounting for a approx. 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from France stood at +17.4%.

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of hemp tow to Sweden.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France amounted to +10.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hemp tow import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -15.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 10%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to -5.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hemp tow in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of hemp tow consumption in 2020 were France, China and Democratic People's Republic of Korea, together comprising 75% of global consumption. Poland, Spain, Austria and Chile lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

What are the largest producers of hemp tow in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of hemp tow production in 2020 were France, China and Democratic People's Republic of Korea, together comprising 76% of global production. These countries were followed by Poland, the Netherlands, Austria and Italy, which together accounted for a further 16%.

What are the leading suppliers of hemp tow to Sweden?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of hemp tow to Sweden.

What are the leading importers of hemp tow from Sweden?

In value terms, Norway remains the key foreign market for hemp tow exports from Sweden, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Denmark, with a 9.3% share of total exports. It was followed by Finland, with a 9.3% share.

What is the average export price for hemp tow in Sweden?

In 2020, the average hemp tow export price amounted to $11,373 per ton, increasing by 32% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hemp tow in Sweden?

In 2020, the average hemp tow import price amounted to $606 per ton, with a decrease of -74.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hemp tow market in Sweden. 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 777 - Hemp fibre and tow

Country coverage:

Sweden

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sweden
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 THE 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 EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
12. Exports and Growth, by Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024
32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012-2024