Saudi Arabia - Inks (Excluding Printing Ink) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Ink Price in Saudi Arabia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Ink Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Ink Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Ink Imports in Saudi Arabia
  4. Ink Exports in Saudi Arabia

Ink Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average ink import price amounted to $9,088 per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 15%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $42,068 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($41,043 per ton), while the price for Jordan ($565 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Ink Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

The average ink export price stood at $2,788 per ton in 2022, which is down by -5.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 27%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $5,183 per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($3,892 per ton), while the average price for exports to Morocco ($1,475 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 Kuwait (+0.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Ink Imports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, approx. 363 tons of inks (excluding printing ink) were imported into Saudi Arabia; picking up by 5% compared with 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 5.2% against the previous year.

In value terms, ink imports rose modestly to $3.3M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep contraction.

Import of Ink in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
GermanyN/AN/AN/A1,6510%
JapanN/AN/AN/A4020%
China2,2531,2991,628196-55.7%
IrelandN/AN/AN/A1200%
France1,0981,182505105-54.3%
United KingdomN/AN/AN/A1010%
United Arab EmiratesN/AN/AN/A76.60%
South KoreaN/AN/AN/A72.80%
United StatesN/AN/AN/A39.00%
ItalyN/AN/AN/A27.10%
Jordan6672914975.5-79.8%
Others1,030661542506-21.1%
Total5,0473,4333,1723,303-13.2%

Top Suppliers of Ink to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. France (66.6 tons)
  2. Japan (56.6 tons)
  3. China (56.1 tons)
  4. Germany (40.2 tons)
  5. United Arab Emirates (21.8 tons)
  6. South Korea (19.5 tons)
  7. United States (13.5 tons)
  8. Ireland (10.8 tons)
  9. Jordan (9.7 tons)
  10. Italy (9.0 tons)
  11. United Kingdom (8.2 tons)

Ink Exports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, exports of inks (excluding printing ink) from Saudi Arabia rose modestly to 537 tons, increasing by 1.8% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, ink exports declined modestly to $1.5M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 8.6% against the previous year.

Export of Ink in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Jordan448624630297-12.8%
Kuwait423143168209-20.9%
Syrian Arab Republic14114616520012.4%
Morocco75.290.715317131.5%
Bahrain18755.917.895.8-20.0%
Sudan63.065.381.590.813.0%
Armenia38.443.554.272.123.4%
Algeria80.763.044.669.9-4.7%
United Arab Emirates25.027.157.363.836.7%
Yemen24.425.526.529.66.7%
Others1851511601982.3%
Total1,6911,4351,5591,497-4.0%

Top Export Markets for Ink from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Morocco (115.8 tons)
  2. Syrian Arab Republic (103.1 tons)
  3. Jordan (90.4 tons)
  4. Kuwait (56.1 tons)
  5. Algeria (38.2 tons)
  6. Armenia (36.6 tons)
  7. United Arab Emirates (29.6 tons)
  8. Bahrain (24.6 tons)
  9. Yemen (16.9 tons)
  10. Sudan (10.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ink market in Saudi Arabia. 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 20593000 - Inks (excluding printing ink)

Country coverage:

  • Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  3. 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
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  5. 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
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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