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Pakistan: Photographic Paper Market 2024

Photographic Paper Market Size in Pakistan

The Pakistani photographic paper market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after three years of decline. In general, consumption faced a abrupt decrease. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Photographic Paper Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, overseas shipments of photographic paper, paperboard and textiles increased by 161% to X square meters, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 206%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X square meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, photographic paper exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, faced a abrupt contraction. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X square meters) and Afghanistan (X square meters) were the main destinations of photographic paper exports from Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Kuwait (with a CAGR of +145.1%).

In value terms, Afghanistan ($X) remains the key foreign market for photographic paper, paperboard and textiles exports from Pakistan, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kuwait ($X), with a 28% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Afghanistan totaled +11.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average photographic paper export price amounted to $X per square meter, with a decrease of -36.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, posted temperate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 153% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per square meter in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Afghanistan ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Kuwait amounted to $X per square meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Afghanistan (-7.1%).

Photographic Paper Imports

Imports into Pakistan

Photographic paper imports into Pakistan reduced to X square meters in 2021, waning by -12.4% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports faced a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 78%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X square meters. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, photographic paper imports expanded markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports faced a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 131% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X square meters) constituted the largest supplier of photographic paper to Pakistan, accounting for a 66% share of total imports. Moreover, photographic paper imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X square meters), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Germany (X square meters), with a 3.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to -8.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-7.3% per year) and Germany (-17.3% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of photographic paper, paperboard and textiles to Pakistan, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 4.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled -6.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-4.6% per year) and the Netherlands (-26.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average photographic paper import price stood at $X per square meter in 2021, picking up by 28% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 47%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per square meter), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+17.7%), 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 photographic paper, paperboard and textiles in the world?

China remains the largest photographic paper consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, photographic paper consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.8% share.

What are the largest producers of photographic paper, paperboard and textiles in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2021 were China, the United States and the Netherlands, together accounting for 81% of global production. These countries were followed by India, which accounted for a further 7.7%.

What are the leading suppliers of photographic paper, paperboard and textiles to Pakistan?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of photographic paper, paperboard and textiles to Pakistan, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 4.1% share.

What are the leading importers of photographic paper, paperboard and textiles from Pakistan?

In value terms, Afghanistan remains the key foreign market for photographic paper, paperboard and textiles exports from Pakistan, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kuwait $989), with a 28% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for photographic paper, paperboard and textiles in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average photographic paper export price amounted to $8.3 per square meter, which is down by -36.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for photographic paper, paperboard and textiles in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average photographic paper import price amounted to $12 per square meter, growing by 28% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the photographic paper market in Pakistan. 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 20591170 - Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles, sensitised and unexposed

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
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. 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
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. 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