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Global Artificial Staple Fibre Market 2025

Artificial Staple Fibre Market Size

The global artificial staple fibre market fell significantly to $X in 2021, shrinking by -19.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a slight decline. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Artificial Staple Fibre Production

In value terms, artificial staple fibre production dropped notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 71%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Artificial Staple Fibre Exports

Exports

In 2021, the amount of artificial staple fibres exported worldwide totaled X tons, surging by 6.2% compared with the previous year. In general, exports, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 31% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the global exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, artificial staple fibre exports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) and China (X tons) represented the largest exporters of artificial staple fibresaround the world, together making up 52% of total exports. Germany (X tons) took a 10% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by the United Arab Emirates (9.1%). The United States (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Italy (X tons), France (X tons), Austria (X tons), Spain (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Serbia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Serbia (with a CAGR of +206.7%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), China ($X) and Austria ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 52% of global exports. These countries were followed by Italy, France, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Spain, the United States, Iran and Serbia, which together accounted for a further 45%.

Among the main exporting countries, Serbia, with a CAGR of +160.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average artificial staple fibre export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 5.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price increased by 19%. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while Serbia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+3.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Artificial Staple Fibre Imports

Imports

Global artificial staple fibre imports rose significantly to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 10% on 2020. Overall, imports, however, saw a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 46%. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, artificial staple fibre imports rose significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 21%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Democratic People's Republic of Korea (X tons), followed by Italy (X tons), China (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Honduras (X tons) and Austria (X tons) were the main importers of artificial staple fibres, together making up 53% of total imports. The following importers - Iraq (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), Bulgaria (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Portugal (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons) and Uzbekistan (X tons) - together made up 18% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Democratic People's Republic of Korea (with a CAGR of +85.2%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest artificial staple fibre importing markets worldwide were Italy ($X), China ($X) and Portugal ($X), together accounting for 28% of global imports. Turkey, Honduras, Belgium, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Austria, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Iraq, Bangladesh and Uzbekistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a CAGR of +70.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average artificial staple fibre import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 2.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Portugal ($X per ton), while Democratic People's Republic of Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+7.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest artificial staple fibre consuming country worldwide, accounting for 15% of total volume. Moreover, artificial staple fibre consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of artificial staple fibre production, comprising approx. 16% of total volume. Moreover, artificial staple fibre production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 5.9% share.
In value terms, China, Germany and Austria constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, together accounting for 56% of global exports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Turkey, Egypt, Spain, the United States, South Korea and Saudi Arabia, which together accounted for a further 33%.
In value terms, the largest artificial staple fibre importing markets worldwide were Italy, Belgium and Egypt, with a combined 33% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Honduras, China, Bulgaria, Saudi Arabia, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Austria and the United States, which together accounted for a further 30%.
In 2020, the average artificial staple fibre export price amounted to $3,024 per ton, which is down by -11.3% against the previous year.
The average artificial staple fibre import price stood at $2,356 per ton in 2020, dropping by -38.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global artificial staple fibre market. 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 13103200 - Artificial staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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