Qatar's Comb Import Experiences a Slight Drop to $927,000 in 2024 - News and Statistics - IndexBox

Qatar’s Comb Import Experiences a Slight Drop to $927,000 in 2024 – News and Statistics – IndexBox

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Qatar’s Comb Import Experiences a Slight Drop to 7,000 in 2024 – News and Statistics – IndexBox

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Qatar Comb Imports

In 2024, comb imports into Qatar surged to 166 tons, increasing by 32% on 2023. In general, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 359%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2024 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, comb imports soared to $1.1M (IndexBox estimates) in 2024. Overall, imports showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 285%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2024 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2023, China (125 tons) was the main comb supplier to Qatar, accounting for a 99% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey (658 kg), with a 0.5% share of total imports.

From 2014 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +41.2%.

In value terms, China ($870K) constituted the largest supplier of combs and hair-slides to Qatar, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($57K), with a 6.2% share of total imports.

From 2014 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at +41.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the comb price stood at $7,369 per ton (CIF, Qatar), declining by -31.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 5.3%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $24,926 per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2014 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +0.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the comb market in Qatar. 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 25992929 – Combs, hair-slides and the like (excluding of hard rubber or plastics, electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus)

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Qatar
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
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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
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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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024