Carded or combed synthetic staple fibres market in Italy

Earlier Report Observations

After a contraction to 160.7 млн долл. in 2019, the Italian market for carded or combed synthetic staple fibers rebounded to 198.7 млн долл. in 2020. This recovery was partly driven by a partial return to European production as import difficulties supported domestic output, while Italian producers faced rising costs that intensified their focus on environmental impact and product performance.

A strong post-pandemic demand surge pushed the market value to 292.1 млн долл. in 2021, fueled by increased end-consumption. This period also saw growing investments in recycled and bio-based fibers, with circular economy models gaining traction. However, in 2022, the market declined to 249.4 млн долл. as the Russia-Ukraine conflict worsened raw material cost inflation and supply disruptions, alongside a regulatory push from the EU's circular economy action plan for textiles.

The market continued to adjust in the following years, falling to 232.5 млн долл. in 2023 and further to 207.0 млн долл. in 2024.

Production carded or combed synthetic staple fibres in Italy

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Italy's production of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers, measured in monetary value, increased after two consecutive years of decline. In 2020, output reached 198.5 million US dollars, marking a significant 23.3% rise compared to the previous year. However, looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production fell by 43.1%, which translates to an average annual decrease of 17.1%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 161.0 million US dollars, while the sharpest drop occurred in 2018 with a decline of 45.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Italy's production of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers, measured in physical volume, declined for the third year in a row. In 2020, output totaled 52.4 thousand tons, down by 31.1% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 62.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -27.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Exports carded or combed synthetic staple fibres from Italy

Exports in kind, t

Italy's exports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers, measured in physical volume, fell for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 2 762 tons, a decrease of 12.3% compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, exports dropped by 30.2%, equating to an average annual decline of 11.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Turkey, Romania, and Czechia were the main buyers of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers from Italy in terms of volume. Turkey accounted for 48.2% of exports, Romania for 8.3%, and Czechia for 5.7%. Together, these three countries represented 62.2% of Italy's total exports in kind.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Italy's exports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers, measured in monetary value, declined for the third year in a row. In 2020, export value reached 12 118 thousand US dollars, showing a substantial decrease of 14.8% from 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 29.7%, with an average annual rate of decline of 11.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Turkey, Romania, and Bulgaria were the primary destinations for Italy's exports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers in value terms. Turkey made up 45.0% of exports, Romania 7.5%, and Bulgaria 4.9%. Collectively, these three markets accounted for 57.5% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020

Imports carded or combed synthetic staple fibres to Italy

Imports in kind, t

Italy's imports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers, measured in physical volume, increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached 4 697 tons, up by 2.9% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 37.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Italy's imports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers in kind came from a diverse range of partner countries. Portugal was the largest source, accounting for 17.5% of imports, followed by Spain at 13.8% and Germany at 13.1%. Together, these three countries represented 44.4% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Italy's imports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers, measured in monetary value, showed irregular changes, reflecting a volatile market environment. The lowest value was recorded in 2017, while the peak occurred in 2018, with a 1.9-fold difference between these years. In 2020, imports totaled 12 294 thousand US dollars, down by 11.8% from the previous year. The maximum value was reached in 2018 at 17 790 thousand US dollars. The largest decline took place in 2019 with a drop of 21.7%, while the sharpest increase was in 2018 with a gain of 91.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, the Netherlands, Germany, and Portugal were the key markets for Italy's imports of carded or combed synthetic staple fibers in value terms. Together, these three countries accounted for 54.9% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020