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Global Metal Wool Market 2025

Metal Wool Market Size

In 2022, the global metal wool market increased by 7.8% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, showed a mild setback. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Wool Production

In value terms, metal wool production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Metal Wool Exports

Exports

In 2022, shipments abroad of iron or steel wool increased by 3.4% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 13%. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal wool exports rose modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 8.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China dominates exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near 72% of total exports in 2022. The following exporters - the United States (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Italy (X tons), Egypt (X tons), Germany (X tons) and India (X tons) - together made up 15% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to metal wool exports from China stood at -1.7%. At the same time, Mexico (+11.7%) and Italy (+4.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mexico emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +11.7% from 2012-2022. By contrast, India (-4.1%), Germany (-4.2%), the United States (-5.3%) and Egypt (-18.3%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. China (+7.9 p.p.) and Mexico (+2.5 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global exports, while Egypt saw its share reduced by -9.4% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest metal wool supplier worldwide, comprising 67% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 3.2% share of global exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China totaled +1.6%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (-3.4% per year) and the United States (-3.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average metal wool export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.8%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+14.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Wool Imports

Imports

In 2022, supplies from abroad of iron or steel wool decreased by -2.3% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal wool imports fell slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 21%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X tons), distantly followed by the United States (X tons) and Kenya (X tons) represented the main importers of iron or steel wool, together generating 32% of total imports. The following importers - the Philippines (X tons), Burkina Faso (X tons), Germany (X tons), the UK (X tons), Russia (X tons), Canada (X tons), France (X tons), Mexico (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Ghana (X tons) - together made up 23% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Burkina Faso (with a CAGR of +43.2%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported iron or steel wool worldwide, comprising 12% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 4.2% share of global imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 3.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United States was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the UK (+1.3% per year) and Germany (+1.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average metal wool import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -1.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 13%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while Burkina Faso ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ghana (+12.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of metal wool consumption was Russia, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, metal wool consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, more than tenfold.
Russia remains the largest metal wool producing country worldwide, accounting for 79% of total volume. Moreover, metal wool production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, eightfold.
In value terms, China remains the largest metal wool supplier worldwide, comprising 60% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 4.4% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 3.6% share.
In value terms, the largest metal wool importing markets worldwide were the United States, Saudi Arabia and the UK, together accounting for 22% of global imports. Germany, France, Iraq, South Africa, Russia, Ghana, Canada, Mexico, Kenya and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.
The average metal wool export price stood at $3,386 per ton in 2021, reducing by -14.6% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average metal wool import price amounted to $3,415 per ton, reducing by -4.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global metal wool 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 25991280 - Iron or steel wool, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, and gloves and the like

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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