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United Kingdom: Horsehair Market 2022

Horsehair Market Size in the UK

The UK horsehair market surged to $X in 2021, picking up by X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a strong expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Horsehair Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2021, shipments abroad of horsehair was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Overall, exports continue to indicate prominent growth. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, horsehair exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Italy (X tons) was the main destination for horsehair exports from the UK, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, horsehair exports to Italy exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X tons), threefold. Germany (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Italy stood at +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+X% per year) and Germany (-X% per year).

In value terms, Italy ($X) remains the key foreign market for horsehair exports from the UK, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Portugal, with less than X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Italy stood at +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (-X% per year) and Portugal (-X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average horsehair export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Portugal (+X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Horsehair Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2021, supplies from abroad of horsehair increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports saw a notable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, horsehair imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of horsehair to the UK, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, horsehair imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Africa (X tons), threefold. The United States (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (-X% per year) and the United States (+X% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of horsehair to the UK, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (+X% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average horsehair import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mongolia (+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 horsehair in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of horsehair consumption, comprising approx. 48% of total volume. Moreover, horsehair consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, sixfold. Kazakhstan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of horsehair in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of horsehair production in 2021 were Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, together accounting for 27% of global production. These countries were followed by Mali, Belgium, Lesotho, Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, the United States, Pakistan, Ireland and Peru, which together accounted for a further 53%.

What are the leading suppliers of horsehair to the UK?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of horsehair to the UK, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa, with a 6.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading importers of horsehair from the UK?

In value terms, Italy remains the key foreign market for horsehair exports from the UK, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany, with a 5.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Portugal, with less than 0.1% share.

What is the average export price for horsehair in the UK?

In 2021, the average horsehair export price amounted to $40,457 per ton, rising by 20% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for horsehair in the UK?

The average horsehair import price stood at $55,029 per ton in 2021, surging by 63% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the horsehair market in the UK. 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 1030 - Fine goat hair
FCL 1031 - Coarse goat hair
FCL 1100 - Hair of horses
FCL 1218 - Hair, fine
FCL 1219 - Hair, coarse nes

Country coverage:

United Kingdom

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
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, PRODUCING ANIMALS 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. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 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