The analysis of the global import of cotton linters pulp shows South Korea leading with 20.47% market share in 2023, a 2.48% increase compared to the previous year. Japan and Germany follow, with shares of 12.35% and 10.28% respectively, but both experienced declines. Noteworthy growth was observed in Brazil and Sweden, while import shares for the United Kingdom, Belgium, and the United States faced significant drops. Emerging players like Romania and Austria displayed remarkable year-on-year growth, indicating a shifting dynamic in the global import landscape.
Future trends to monitor include an increase in imports from emerging markets and a potential rise in Asian countries' share in the market. As sustainability concerns grow, environmentally friendly sourcing may influence international trade flows, potentially reshaping the cotton linters pulp import landscape.
Top countries in Import of Cotton Linters Pulp Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 20.47 | 2023 | +3.3% | +2.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 12.35 | 2023 | +0.39% | -4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 10.28 | 2023 | -0.034% | -0.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 10.16 | 2023 | +2.54% | +2.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 7 | 2023 | +1.62% | +3.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.96 | 2023 | -1.94% | -1.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Thailand | 5 | 2023 | +0.85% | +1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.31 | 2023 | -2.21% | -2.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Indonesia | 4.12 | 2023 | +2.46% | +3.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 4.02 | 2023 | +0.86% | +5.22% | View data |
