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United Arab Emirates: Cottonseed Market 2025

Cottonseed Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The cottonseed market in the United Arab Emirates surged to $X in 2022, picking up by 178% 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). Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a significant expansion. Cottonseed consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Cottonseed Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

Cottonseed exports from the United Arab Emirates fell notably to X tons in 2022, which is down by -99.9% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports faced a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 3,987% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

In value terms, cottonseed exports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 2,491% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for cottonseed exports from the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by Yemen (X kg), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Oman totaled -23.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Yemen (-84.7% per year) and Uganda (-63.9% per year).

In value terms, Oman ($X) remains the key foreign market for cottonseed exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Yemen ($X), with a 0.2% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Oman amounted to -18.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Yemen (-80.7% per year) and Uganda (-54.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cottonseed export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 142% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Yemen (+26.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cottonseed Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

Cottonseed imports into the United Arab Emirates surged to X tons in 2022, growing by 134% compared with 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 252%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cottonseed imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 182% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Greece (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) were the main suppliers of cottonseed imports to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 61% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +47.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Greece ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cottonseed to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 35% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 6.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Greece stood at +23.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+43.4% per year) and Argentina (+32.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cottonseed import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 16% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 57% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+13.4%), 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 cottonseed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cottonseed consumption in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together comprising 63% of global consumption. Brazil, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Turkey and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of cottonseed in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cottonseed production in 2021 were India, China and the United States, with a combined 63% share of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Turkey, Greece and Australia, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of cottonseed to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, the United States, Greece and Brazil appeared to be the largest cottonseed suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cottonseed from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Oman, Yemen and Bahrain were the largest markets for cottonseed exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, together comprising 78% of total exports.

What is the average export price for cottonseed in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average cottonseed export price amounted to $308 per ton, dropping by -44% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cottonseed in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average cottonseed import price amounted to $338 per ton, rising by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cottonseed market in the United Arab Emirates. 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 329 - Cottonseed

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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
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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. 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 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. 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, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024