Sri Lanka - Textile Products And Articles For Technical Uses - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Technical Textiles Price in Sri Lanka - 2021

Contents:

  1. Technical Textiles Price in Sri Lanka (FOB) - 2022
  2. Technical Textiles Price in Sri Lanka (CIF) - 2022
  3. Technical Textiles Exports in Sri Lanka
  4. Technical Textiles Imports in Sri Lanka

Technical Textiles Price in Sri Lanka (FOB) - 2022

The average technical textiles export price stood at $5,554 per ton in 2022, waning by -38.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 210%. The export price peaked at $81,174 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were the United States ($6,426 per ton) and Germany ($5,598 per ton), while the average price for exports to South Korea ($4,369 per ton) and Hong Kong SAR ($4,473 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Myanmar (+0.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Technical Textiles Price in Sri Lanka (CIF) - 2022

The average technical textiles import price stood at $10,014 per ton in 2022, reducing by -19.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 29%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $14,363 per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Germany ($66,549 per ton), while the price for Switzerland ($2,575 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+9.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Technical Textiles Exports in Sri Lanka

Technical textiles exports from Sri Lanka skyrocketed to 1.2K tons in 2022, jumping by 48% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, technical textiles exports reduced to $6.9M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 23%.

Export of Technical Textiles in Sri Lanka (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States2,6451,7042,0081,562-16.1%
United Kingdom1,9011,5081,0481,247-13.1%
Hong Kong SAR1,3821,0051,195994-10.4%
Singapore728370470437-15.6%
Germany23829357441920.7%
Netherlands97.661.844635954.4%
Belgium10612539932144.7%
South Korea306131294236-8.3%
United Arab Emirates41462.8119138-30.7%
Taiwan (Chinese)176126162122-11.5%
Japan16216382.4113-11.3%
Myanmar10.6N/AN/AN/A0%
Others41062176491830.8%
Total8,5756,1717,5616,866-7.1%

Top Export Markets for Technical Textiles from Sri Lanka in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (265.1 tons)
  2. United States (243.1 tons)
  3. Hong Kong SAR (222.2 tons)
  4. Singapore (79.8 tons)
  5. Netherlands (76.9 tons)
  6. Germany (74.8 tons)
  7. Belgium (64.1 tons)
  8. South Korea (54.1 tons)
  9. Taiwan (Chinese) (29.2 tons)
  10. United Arab Emirates (27.8 tons)
  11. Japan (21.4 tons)

Technical Textiles Imports in Sri Lanka

In 2022, imports of textile products and articles for technical uses into Sri Lanka rose markedly to 570 tons, growing by 10% on the previous year's figure. In general, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +17.2% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +60.9% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 34%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, technical textiles imports shrank to $5.7M in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.4% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +42.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $6.4M, and then dropped in the following year.

Import of Technical Textiles in Sri Lanka (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan4434625142,75583.9%
BrazilN/AN/AN/A7620%
Switzerland46.373.7121633139.1%
China7691,3911,309442-16.9%
Turkey37.558.571.2310102.2%
India1,4851,8131,925263-43.8%
Germany30727032178.9-36.4%
Malaysia71.510217161.6-4.8%
Others8598122,010406-22.1%
Total4,0194,9816,4425,71212.4%

Top Suppliers of Technical Textiles to Sri Lanka in 2022:

  1. Switzerland (245.8 tons)
  2. Brazil (90.5 tons)
  3. China (83.4 tons)
  4. Japan (59.9 tons)
  5. India (49.0 tons)
  6. Turkey (9.9 tons)
  7. Malaysia (9.4 tons)
  8. Germany (1.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the technical textiles market in Sri Lanka. 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 13961620 - Textile hosepiping and similar textile tubing, whether or not impregnated or coated, with or without lining, armour or accessories of other materials
  • Prodcom 13961650 - Textile wicks, conveyor belts or belting (including reinforced with metal or other material)
  • Prodcom 13961680 - Textile fabrics and felts, for paper-making machines or similar machines (including for pulp or asbestos-cement)

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  • Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Sri Lanka
  • 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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