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United Arab Emirates: Nonwoven Fabric Market 2024

Nonwoven Fabric Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, overseas shipments of nonwoven fabrics decreased by -48.4% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 96% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports declined sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 100% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) was the main destination for nonwoven fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a 289% share of total exports. It was followed by Georgia (X tons), with a 5.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Brazil stood at +9,258.5%.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for nonwoven fabrics exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 236% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Georgia ($X), with a 9.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil totaled +7,234.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average nonwoven fabric export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 2.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Georgia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Brazil amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iran (+47.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Nonwoven Fabric Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of nonwoven fabrics decreased by -19.8% to X tons in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 48%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then declined sharply in the following year.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) was the main nonwoven fabric supplier to the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a approx. 138% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey amounted to +57.3%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabrics to the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey totaled +57.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 44% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, nonwoven fabric import price increased by +67.0% against 2017 indices. As a result, import price reached 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 Turkey.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +5.5% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nonwoven fabrics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Indonesia, together accounting for 37% of global consumption. Brazil, Germany, Japan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Turkey, Mexico and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of nonwoven fabrics in the world?

China remains the largest nonwoven fabric producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, nonwoven fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of nonwoven fabrics to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of nonwoven fabric to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 29% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 10% share.

What are the leading importers of nonwoven fabrics from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Spain, Egypt and Greece appeared to be the largest markets for nonwoven fabric exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, with a combined 81% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Romania, Portugal, the United States and India, which together accounted for a further 11%.

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

The average nonwoven fabric export price stood at $3,320 per ton in 2021, which is down by -5.4% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average nonwoven fabric import price amounted to $3,903 per ton, rising by 5.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nonwoven fabric 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:

Prodcom 13951010 - Non-wovens of a weight . .25 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951020 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .25 g/m. but . .70 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951030 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .70 g/m. but . .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951050 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
Prodcom 13951070 - Non-wovens, coated or covered (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel)

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
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 2012–2023
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