As of 2024, South Korea is the leading importer of cotton linters pulp, followed by Japan and Sweden, indicating a strong market in Asia and Europe. Despite Japan experiencing a decrease in imports, South Korea and Sweden saw increases, highlighting potential growth in these regions. Significant growth in imports is noted for countries like India, Ukraine, Poland, and Bulgaria, with substantial year-on-year variation. Meanwhile, Austria and Romania recorded exceptional growth, implying emerging markets.
Future trends to watch include:
- Growth in Asian markets, particularly South Korea and China, due to increasing demand.
- Potential market expansion in Eastern Europe as seen with Austria and Romania.
- Monitoring of fluctuations in traditional markets like Japan and the UK, which faced declines.
- Attention to geopolitical factors and environmental policies affecting global trade dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Cotton Linters Pulp Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 17.92 | 2023 | +2.96% | +2.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 12.69 | 2023 | -0.25% | -4.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 10.85 | 2023 | +2.24% | +2.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.26 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.064% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6.4 | 2023 | -1.21% | -0.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 6.26 | 2023 | +1.84% | +3.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 China | 5.13 | 2023 | +3.16% | +2.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Thailand | 5.09 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 4.89 | 2023 | -1.1% | -1.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 4.45 | 2023 | +1.12% | +4.61% | View data |
