China - Optical Fiber Cables - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Optical Fiber Cables Price in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Optical Fiber Cables Price in China (FOB) - 2023
  2. Optical Fiber Cables Price in China (CIF) - 2022
  3. Optical Fiber Cables Exports in China
  4. Optical Fiber Cables Imports in China

Optical Fiber Cables Price in China (FOB) - 2023

The average optical fiber cables export price stood at $6,694 per ton in June 2023, approximately reflecting the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in August 2022 when the average export price increased by 9.9% m-o-m. The export price peaked at $6,934 per ton in December 2022; however, from January 2023 to June 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was the United States ($21,371 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nepal ($2,959 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Optical Fiber Cables Price in China (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average optical fiber cables import price amounted to $41,477 per ton, with a decrease of -10.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $46,529 per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($72,167 per ton), while the price for Norway ($8,798 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+8.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Optical Fiber Cables Exports in China

In 2022, optical fiber cables exports from China expanded modestly to 416K tons, increasing by 3.1% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, total exports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +18.2% 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 increased by +65.0% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, optical fiber cables exports expanded notably to $2.7B in 2022. In general, total exports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +13.6% 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 increased by +46.5% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Optical Fiber Cables in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States15613318031626.5%
Philippines98.016625223333.5%
Mexico57.496.914422357.2%
Indonesia62.979.812220548.3%
Brazil96.515012414614.8%
Thailand82.784.783.393.54.2%
Netherlands60.566.785.193.015.4%
Malaysia36.327.658.265.221.6%
Argentina37.541.955.265.220.2%
Chile44.643.151.764.313.0%
Colombia21.922.648.161.441.0%
Peru31.222.632.650.417.3%
Russia11.318.618.045.258.7%
Others1,0771,0491,3521,0860.3%
Total1,8742,0022,6052,74613.6%

Top Export Markets for Optical Fiber Cables from China in 2022:

  1. Brazil (54.1K tons)
  2. Philippines (43.7K tons)
  3. Indonesia (42.2K tons)
  4. Mexico (29.6K tons)
  5. Thailand (18.1K tons)
  6. United States (15.5K tons)
  7. Malaysia (13.7K tons)
  8. Chile (13.5K tons)
  9. Colombia (11.8K tons)
  10. Argentina (10.7K tons)
  11. Peru (9.6K tons)
  12. Russia (8.2K tons)
  13. Netherlands (7.5K tons)

Optical Fiber Cables Imports in China

In 2022, approx. 3.1K tons of optical fiber cables were imported into China; growing by 10% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, optical fiber cables imports contracted slightly to $127M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 10%.

Import of Optical Fiber Cables in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States34.528.524.126.5-8.4%
Japan8.67.39.812.413.0%
Germany10.56.810.210.3-0.6%
Thailand18.414.58.28.4-23.0%
South Korea1.81.23.64.232.6%
Switzerland2.93.13.83.78.5%
Norway0.10.10.32.3184.4%
Poland4.93.62.92.2-23.4%
Mexico5.34.23.81.4-35.8%
France1.510.41.20.7-22.4%
Taiwan (Chinese)8.8N/AN/AN/A0%
Others15.044.461.254.854.0%
Total1121241291274.3%

Top Suppliers of Optical Fiber Cables to China in 2022:

  1. United States (834.9 tons)
  2. Thailand (375.2 tons)
  3. Norway (263.0 tons)
  4. Japan (172.1 tons)
  5. Switzerland (160.7 tons)
  6. Germany (143.9 tons)
  7. South Korea (128.2 tons)
  8. Poland (67.2 tons)
  9. France (36.4 tons)
  10. Mexico (15.8 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the optical fiber cables 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 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors

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

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

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    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

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    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

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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. 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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