China - Nonwoven Fabric - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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China - Nonwoven Fabric - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Nonwoven Fabric Price in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Nonwoven Fabric Price in China (FOB) - 2023
  2. Nonwoven Fabric Price in China (CIF) - 2023
  3. Nonwoven Fabric Exports in China
  4. Nonwoven Fabric Imports in China

Nonwoven Fabric Price in China (FOB) - 2023

The average nonwoven fabric export price stood at $2,808 per ton in September 2023, increasing by 2.5% against the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a slight slump. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $3,469 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to September 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Thailand ($3,667 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($1,737 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (-0.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Nonwoven Fabric Price in China (CIF) - 2023

The average nonwoven fabric import price stood at $8,439 per ton in September 2023, reducing by -10.9% against the previous month. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in December 2022 an increase of 23% against the previous month. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $10,448 per ton. From January 2023 to September 2023, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Japan ($11,705 per ton), while the price for Saudi Arabia ($2,491 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (+5.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Nonwoven Fabric Exports in China

In 2022, shipments abroad of nonwoven fabrics decreased by -12% to 1.2M tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 32%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 1.4M tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric exports fell to $4B in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.6% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -21.0% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 62% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $5B. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Nonwoven Fabric in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY201920202021CAGR,
2019-2021
South Korea28272872960.8%
Vietnam26553653742.4%
United States22944244339.1%
Japan3443783784.8%
Indonesia10520220339.0%
Cambodia73.613513535.4%
Taiwan (Chinese)64.912112136.5%
Mexico66.811611631.8%
Malaysia77.711611622.2%
Philippines1071141143.2%
India11094.3103-3.2%
Thailand67.310010021.9%
Russia62.271.972.07.6%
Others1,2561,8941,3764.7%
Total3,1105,0484,54220.8%

Top Export Markets for Nonwoven Fabric from China in 2022:

  1. South Korea (182.2K tons)
  2. United States (132.5K tons)
  3. Japan (121.8K tons)
  4. Vietnam (120.2K tons)
  5. Indonesia (52.3K tons)
  6. Cambodia (38.2K tons)
  7. Mexico (36.8K tons)
  8. Taiwan (Chinese) (33.2K tons)
  9. India (31.2K tons)
  10. Malaysia (30.0K tons)
  11. Philippines (27.9K tons)
  12. Thailand (25.0K tons)
  13. Russia (24.8K tons)

Nonwoven Fabric Imports in China

In 2022, overseas purchases of nonwoven fabrics decreased by -22.3% to 103K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 161K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nonwoven fabric imports contracted to $918M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 33%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $1.1B. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Import of Nonwoven Fabric in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY201920202021CAGR,
2019-2021
Japan2802992983.2%
United States11616716720.0%
Taiwan (Chinese)94.412012012.7%
Germany54.777.277.018.6%
South Korea55.171.771.513.9%
Luxembourg35.750.150.018.3%
Saudi Arabia22.935.835.724.9%
Vietnam21.330.330.219.1%
Malaysia22.916.721.6-2.9%
Thailand12.014.715.915.1%
Others11522114713.1%
Total8291,1041,03411.7%

Top Suppliers of Nonwoven Fabric to China in 2022:

  1. United States (27.9K tons)
  2. Taiwan (Chinese) (27.2K tons)
  3. Japan (23.0K tons)
  4. Saudi Arabia (11.9K tons)
  5. South Korea (9.5K tons)
  6. Malaysia (8.9K tons)
  7. Vietnam (8.9K tons)
  8. Luxembourg (7.8K tons)
  9. Germany (7.6K tons)
  10. Thailand (3.9K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nonwoven fabric market in China. 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)

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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  5. 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
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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Chinas Nonwoven Fabric Price Declines to $2,889 per Ton Following Six Consecutive Months of Contraction
Oct 11, 2023
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In June 2023, the price of Nonwoven Fabric was $2,889 per ton (FOB, China), showing a decline of -2.7% compared to the previous month.

The Pandemic Instigated an Export Boom in the Global Nonwoven Fabric Market
Jul 13, 2021
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During the pandemic, increased demand for facemasks and medical textiles accelerated the growth in global nonwoven fabric exports. China remains the largest supplier of the product worldwide. By 2030, the market for nonwovens should expand to 13M tons driven by the recovering demand from the construction, manufacturing and agricultural sectors as well as continued high consumption rates in the medical industry.

Which Country Imports the Most Nonwoven Textiles in the World?
May 28, 2018
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In 2016, the amount of nonwoven textile imported worldwide stood at X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X>

Which Country Exports the Most Nonwoven Textiles in the World?
May 28, 2018
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In 2016, the amount of nonwoven textile imported worldwide stood at X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X>

China Is the World's Leading Exporter of Nonwoven Textiles, with $2.3B (2014)
Jul 13, 2015
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China has become the leader in the global nonwoven textile trade. In 2014, China exported X thousand tons of nonwoven textiles, totaling X billion USD, X% over the previous year. Its primary trading partner was the U.S., where it supplied X%

Chinas Nonwoven Fabric Price Declines to $2,889 per Ton Following Six Consecutive Months of Contraction
Oct 11, 2023
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In June 2023, the price of Nonwoven Fabric was $2,889 per ton (FOB, China), showing a decline of -2.7% compared to the previous month.

The Pandemic Instigated an Export Boom in the Global Nonwoven Fabric Market
Jul 13, 2021
Eye 2380

During the pandemic, increased demand for facemasks and medical textiles accelerated the growth in global nonwoven fabric exports. China remains the largest supplier of the product worldwide. By 2030, the market for nonwovens should expand to 13M tons driven by the recovering demand from the construction, manufacturing and agricultural sectors as well as continued high consumption rates in the medical industry.

Which Country Imports the Most Nonwoven Textiles in the World?
May 28, 2018
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In 2016, the amount of nonwoven textile imported worldwide stood at X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X>

Which Country Exports the Most Nonwoven Textiles in the World?
May 28, 2018
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In 2016, the amount of nonwoven textile imported worldwide stood at X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X>

China Is the World's Leading Exporter of Nonwoven Textiles, with $2.3B (2014)
Jul 13, 2015
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China has become the leader in the global nonwoven textile trade. In 2014, China exported X thousand tons of nonwoven textiles, totaling X billion USD, X% over the previous year. Its primary trading partner was the U.S., where it supplied X%

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