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Saudi Arabia - Finishing Agents Used In The Paper Industry - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia - 2021

Price for Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

The average paper industry finishing agents import price stood at $1,591 per ton in 2022, reducing by -1.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 61% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $1,622 per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($2,182 per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($563 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+8.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

The average paper industry finishing agents export price stood at $2,032 per ton in 2022, picking up by 2.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 95% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $3,779 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Kuwait amounted to +0.5% per year.

Imports of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, the amount of finishing agents used in the paper industry imported into Saudi Arabia declined slightly to 3.3K tons, which is down by -4.7% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a sharp curtailment.

In value terms, paper industry finishing agents imports contracted to $5.3M in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 15%.

Import of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Germany	3.8	2.1	3.9	2.4	-14.2%
Turkey	2.4	1.4	N/A	0.5	-40.7%
Egypt	0.3	N/A	0.9	0.5	18.6%
India	0.4	0.6	0.4	0.3	-9.1%
Taiwan (Chinese)	N/A	N/A	N/A	0.2	0%
South Korea	N/A	N/A	N/A	0.2	0%
China	0.3	N/A	N/A	0.1	-30.7%
Ukraine	2.0	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	0.5	0.8	0.4	1.1	30.1%
Total	9.8	4.9	5.6	5.3	-18.5%

Top Suppliers of Paper Industry Finishing Agents to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

Germany (1095.8 tons)
Egypt (552.6 tons)
Taiwan (Chinese) (369.4 tons)
India (279.6 tons)
Turkey (236.8 tons)
China (151.9 tons)
South Korea (99.1 tons)

Exports of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, overseas shipments of finishing agents used in the paper industry decreased by -6.1% to 25 tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.1% over the period 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 18%.

In value terms, paper industry finishing agents exports contracted to $51K in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 9.2% against the previous year.

Export of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Kuwait	0.2	0.5	0.2	51.1	534.5%
Nigeria	33.8	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Belgium	8.8	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Jordan	N/A	N/A	51.9	N/A	0%
Malaysia	N/A	37.7	N/A	N/A	0%
France	N/A	N/A	1.2	N/A	0%
Lebanon	N/A	10.8	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	2.1	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Total	45.0	49.1	53.2	51.1	4.3%

Top Export Markets for Paper Industry Finishing Agents from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

Kuwait (25.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper industry finishing agents in Saudi Arabia. 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 20595580 - Finishing agents, etc., used in the paper industry

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

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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 Saudi Arabia
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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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
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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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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
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1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
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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