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U.S.: Cotton Linters Market 2024

Cotton Linters Market Size in the U.S.

In 2021, the U.S. cotton linters market decreased by -8.8% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cotton Linters Production in the U.S.

In value terms, cotton linters production rose notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, production saw a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 9.7% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, overseas shipments of cotton linters increased by 69% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 86% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 124%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for cotton linters exports from the United States, with a 80% share of total exports. Moreover, cotton linters exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X tons), eightfold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 7.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to China was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (-9.8% per year) and Spain (+6.3% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from the United States, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to China amounted to -6.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (-14.2% per year) and Spain (+2.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average cotton linters export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -14.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 20% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Japan ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) and Germany ($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 Spain (-3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2020, approx. X tons of cotton linters were imported into the United States; waning by -74.7% against the previous year. Overall, imports saw a dramatic decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 3,460%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2020. In general, imports showed a precipitous decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 2,997% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Myanmar (X tons) was the main cotton linters supplier to the United States, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Myanmar was relatively modest.

In value terms, Myanmar ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to the United States.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Myanmar was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 144% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to -6.6% 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, with a combined 84% share of global consumption.

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

The country with the largest volume of cotton linters production was Turkey, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, cotton linters production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton linters to the U.S.?

In value terms, Myanmar constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to the United States.

What are the leading importers of cotton linters from the U.S.?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from the United States, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 7.9% share.

What is the average export price for cotton linters in the U.S.?

The average cotton linters export price stood at $469 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -14.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton linters in the U.S.?

In 2020, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $1,025 per ton, growing by 144% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters market in the U.S.. 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:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023