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U.S.: Cotton Linters Market 2024

Cotton Linters Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. cotton linters market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Overall, the total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Cotton Linters Production in the U.S.

In value terms, cotton linters production contracted slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

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Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2022, overseas shipments of cotton linters decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cotton linters exports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), China (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the main destinations of cotton linters exports from the United States, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for cotton linters exported from the United States were Spain ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Spain, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average cotton linters export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a noticeable reduction. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2022, approx. X tons of cotton linters were imported into the United States; stabilizing at the previous year. In general, imports enjoyed buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, cotton linters imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Azerbaijan (X tons) were the main suppliers of cotton linters imports to the United States, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest cotton linters suppliers to the United States were Brazil ($X), Turkey ($X) and Tajikistan ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

Turkey, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kyrgyzstan ($X per ton), while the price for Azerbaijan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton linters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Turkey, the United States and India, with a combined 49% share of global consumption. China, Uzbekistan, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkmenistan, South Africa, Brazil, Spain, Japan and Zambia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What are the largest producers of cotton linters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Turkey, India and the United States, together comprising 55% of global production. Uzbekistan, Brazil, Turkmenistan, Syrian Arab Republic, South Africa, Spain and Zambia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton linters to the U.S.?

In value terms, the largest cotton linters suppliers to the United States were Brazil, Turkey and Tajikistan, together accounting for 89% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cotton linters from the U.S.?

In value terms, the largest markets for cotton linters exported from the United States were Spain, China and Japan, together accounting for 97% of total exports.

What is the average export price for cotton linters in the U.S.?

The average cotton linters export price stood at $703 per ton in 2022, growing by 51% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton linters in the U.S.?

The average cotton linters import price stood at $585 per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters market in the U.S.. 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 10413000 - Cotton linters

Country coverage:

United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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 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
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