World - Cotton Lint - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Cotton Lint Market Size
In 2022, the global cotton lint market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a noticeable decline. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Cotton Lint Production
In value terms, cotton lint production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were China (X tons), India (X tons) and the United States (X tons), together accounting for X% of global production. Brazil, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Turkey and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production, amongst the key producing countries, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of X%), while production for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the production figures.
In 2022, the global average cotton lint yield soared to X tons per ha, rising by X% on the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield, however, showed a slight curtailment. Over the period under review, the average cotton lint yield reached the maximum level at X tons per ha in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
The global cotton lint harvested area stood at X ha in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021. Overall, the harvested area, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, the harvested area reached the peak level of X ha. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the global cotton lint harvested area remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Cotton Lint Exports
Exports
After five years of growth, overseas shipments of cotton lint decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, cotton lint exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, total exports indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the largest exporter of cotton lint, comprising X% of total exports. Brazil (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Australia (X%) and India (X%). Benin (X tons), Greece (X tons), Burkina Faso (X tons), Cote d'Ivoire (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Cameroon (X tons) took a little share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Benin (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest cotton lint supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Australia, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States stood at X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Australia (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The average cotton lint export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while Cameroon ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Cotton Lint Imports
Imports
In 2022, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of cotton lint, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, cotton lint imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
In 2022, China (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons) was the major importer of cotton lint in the world, committing X% of total import. It was distantly followed by Indonesia (X tons) and India (X tons), together generating a X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, China ($X), Vietnam ($X) and Turkey ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined X% share of global imports.
In terms of the main importing countries, Vietnam, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average cotton lint import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while Bangladesh ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global cotton lint 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:
- FCL 767 - Cotton Lint
- FCL 328 - [Seed Cotton]
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Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- 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
+ 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
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- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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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- 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
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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