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Bulgaria: Flax Fiber Market 2024

Flax Fiber Market Size in Bulgaria

In 2022, after seven years of growth, there was significant decline in the Bulgarian flax fiber market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate tangible growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Flax Fiber Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, flax fiber production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. Flax fiber production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

In 2022, the average yield of flax fiber in Bulgaria totaled X tons per ha, remaining relatively unchanged against the year before. Overall, the yield showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of X%. The flax fiber yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the yield failed to regain momentum. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, approx. X ha of flax fiber were harvested in Bulgaria; remaining stable against 2021. Overall, the harvested area showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to flax fiber production reached the maximum at X ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Flax Fiber Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

Flax fiber exports from Bulgaria stood at X tons in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, flax fiber exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons) was the main destination for flax fiber exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Russia totaled X%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for flax fiber exports from Bulgaria.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average flax fiber export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Serbia amounted to X% per year.

Flax Fiber Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2022, supplies from abroad of flax fiber decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

In value terms, flax fiber imports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Belgium (X tons) was the main supplier of flax fiber to Bulgaria, accounting for a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Egypt (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Belgium amounted to X%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flax fiber to Bulgaria, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Belgium stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average flax fiber import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium stood at $X per ton.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for flax fiber in the world?

France constituted the country with the largest volume of flax fiber consumption, accounting for 60% of total volume. Moreover, flax fiber consumption in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fourfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.7% share.

What are the largest producers of flax fiber in the world?

France constituted the country with the largest volume of flax fiber production, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, flax fiber production in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Belgium, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Belarus, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of flax fiber to Bulgaria?

In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of flax fiber to Bulgaria, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt, with a 2.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of flax fiber from Bulgaria?

In value terms, Russia remains the key foreign market for flax fiber exports from Bulgaria.

What is the average export price for flax fiber in Bulgaria?

In 2022, the average flax fiber export price amounted to $3,423 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for flax fiber in Bulgaria?

In 2022, the average flax fiber import price amounted to $3,636 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the flax fiber market in Bulgaria. 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 773 - Flax fibre and tow

Country coverage:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. 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. 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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023