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Global Gauze Market 2025

Gauze Exports

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Japan (X square meters), Switzerland (X square meters), South Korea (X square meters), Vietnam (X square meters), Colombia (X square meters), the UK (X square meters), Indonesia (X square meters), the United States (X square meters) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X square meters), together recording 97% of total export.

From 2020 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Colombia (with a CAGR of +44.3%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Japan ($X) remains the largest gauze supplier worldwide, comprising 13% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Korea ($X), with a 4.4% share of global exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 4% share.

From 2020 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Japan amounted to -11.4%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Korea (+2.1% per year) and the United States (+16.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average gauze export price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, jumping by 97% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a significant increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per square meter), while Switzerland ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+60.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Gauze Imports

Imports by Country

The UK was the key importing country with an import of about X square meters, which amounted to 36% of total imports. Switzerland (X square meters) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 20% share, followed by Mexico (17%), Malaysia (12%) and Chile (6.2%). Indonesia (X square meters) and the United Arab Emirates (X square meters) held a minor share of total imports.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +173.4%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest gauze importing markets worldwide were the UK ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Mexico ($X), together comprising 13% of global imports.

The UK, with a CAGR of +245.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

The average gauze import price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, jumping by 10,802% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a significant expansion. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($X per square meter), while Malaysia (less than $X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+199,468.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for gauze (excluding medical gauze) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of gauze consumption was China, accounting for 16% of total volume. Moreover, gauze consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of gauze (excluding medical gauze) in the world?

China remains the largest gauze producing country worldwide, accounting for 18% of total volume. Moreover, gauze production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 4.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of gauze (excluding medical gauze) in the world?

In value terms, the largest gauze supplying countries worldwide were Malaysia, Japan and China, with a combined 62% share of global exports.

What are the leading importers of gauze (excluding medical gauze) in the world?

In value terms, the largest gauze importing markets worldwide were the United States, Algeria and Poland, with a combined 37% share of global imports. Vietnam, Portugal, Japan, Germany, Russia, Chile and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

What is the average export price for gauze (excluding medical gauze) in the world?

In 2021, the average gauze export price amounted to $5.6 per square meter, surging by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for gauze (excluding medical gauze) in the world?

In 2021, the average gauze import price amounted to $5.3 per square meter, with a decrease of -6.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global gauze 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 13204400 - Gauze (excluding medical gauze, narrow woven fabrics)

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

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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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
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. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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
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