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Western Africa: Flax Fabric Market 2024

Flax Fabric Market Size in Western Africa

In 2022, the West African flax fabric market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, consumption recorded a buoyant increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Flax Fabric Production in Western Africa

In value terms, flax fabric production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, faced a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Flax Fabric Exports

Exports by Country

Senegal was the major exporting country with an export of around X square meters, which finished at X% of total exports. Niger (X square meters) held a X% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Togo (X%), Nigeria (X%) and Mali (X%). Cote d'Ivoire (X square meters) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2020 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Togo (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest flax fabric supplying countries in Western Africa were Senegal ($X), Niger ($X) and Togo ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

Togo, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per square meter, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a noticeable curtailment. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per square meter in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mali ($X per square meter), while Cote d'Ivoire ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Niger (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Flax Fabric Imports

Imports by Country

In 2022, Mauritania (X square meters), distantly followed by Togo (X square meters), Ghana (X square meters) and Nigeria (X square meters) were the main importers of woven fabrics of flax, together creating X% of total imports. Cabo Verde (X square meters), Gambia (X square meters), Niger (X square meters), Senegal (X square meters) and Benin (X square meters) held a minor share of total imports.

From 2020 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Niger (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest flax fabric importing markets in Western Africa were Ghana ($X), Mauritania ($X) and Nigeria ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports. Gambia, Cabo Verde, Togo, Senegal, Benin and Niger lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Niger, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per square meter in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per square meter, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Gambia ($X per square meter), while Niger ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for woven fabrics of flax in Western Africa?

The country with the largest volume of flax fabric consumption was Nigeria, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, flax fabric consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Ghana, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 5.5% share.

What are the largest producers of woven fabrics of flax in Western Africa?

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of flax fabric production, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, flax fabric production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Ghana, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 5.5% share.

What are the leading exporters of woven fabrics of flax in Western Africa?

In value terms, the largest flax fabric supplying countries in Western Africa were Senegal, Niger and Togo $661), with a combined 80% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of woven fabrics of flax in Western Africa?

In value terms, Ghana, Mauritania and Nigeria appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together comprising 76% of total imports. Gambia, Cabo Verde, Togo, Senegal, Benin and Niger lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 17%.

What is the average export price for woven fabrics of flax in Western Africa?

The export price in Western Africa stood at $74 per square meter in 2022, increasing by 22% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for woven fabrics of flax in Western Africa?

The import price in Western Africa stood at $18 per square meter in 2022, dropping by -24.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the flax fabric market in Western Africa. 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 13201330 - Woven fabrics of flax, containing . .85 % by weight of flax
Prodcom 13201360 - Woven fabrics of flax, containing < .85 % by weight of flax

Country coverage:

Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Cote d'Ivoire
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Liberia
Mali
Mauritania
Niger
Nigeria
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Togo

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023