Textile flock, dust and neps market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2021, production of textile flock, dust and neps in Portugal experienced fluctuations, beginning at 26.8 million USD. The sector's competitive edge came from its base in small and medium enterprises emphasizing innovation and flexibility. The introduction of EU fiber labeling rules in 2019 required operational adjustments. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 initially disrupted trade but prompted a shift toward synthetic fibers, aiding recovery to 28.0 million USD. In 2021, Decree-Law No. 6/2021 simplified mutual recognition of goods within the EU, supporting further growth to 30.4 million USD.

Investment in fibers, yarns, and fabrics absorbed 43.8% of Portuguese textile investment, reinforcing production capacity. Global synthetic fiber output reached record levels, and local focus on sustainability and recycled materials aligned with market trends. By 2023, production jumped to 40.3 million USD, driven by the ongoing substitution of natural fibers with synthetics for high-value applications, continuous innovation in technical textiles, and strong sectoral investment, even as exports faced headwinds from international conflicts and rising prices.

Production textile flock, dust and neps in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Portugal's production of textile flock, dust and neps has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output was valued at 30 440 thousand US dollars, marking an 8.6% rise compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 13.7%, which translates to an annualized rate of 4.4%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 23 535 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 12.1% occurring that same year. The most significant increase was observed in 2020, reaching 19.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Portugal's production volume of textile flock, dust and neps has risen for the second year in a row. In 2021, the country produced 8 961 tonnes, showing a substantial increase of 10.5% compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production expanded by 22.3%, corresponding to a compound annual growth rate of 6.9%. The minimum volume was recorded in 2019 at 6 607 tonnes, with the largest decline of 9.9% occurring that year. The most notable increase was in 2020, at 22.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports textile flock, dust and neps from Portugal

Exports in kind, kg

Market performance showed significant fluctuations during this period. Exports peaked in 2019 and reached their lowest point in 2020, with a 5.8-fold difference between these years. In 2020, Portugal exported 65 kilograms of textile flock, dust and neps, representing a sharp decline of 82.7% compared to the previous year. The maximum volume was recorded in 2019 at 375 kilograms, with the largest increase of 68.2% occurring that year.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, kg

From 2018 to 2021, Angola was the primary market for Portugal's textile flock, dust and neps exports in kind, accounting for 88.1% of total exports. Other destinations played a less significant role.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Portugal in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Market performance exhibited notable fluctuations during this period. Exports reached their highest level in 2019 and their lowest in 2020, with a 3.7-fold gap between these years. In 2020, Portugal's export value of textile flock, dust and neps amounted to 1.2 thousand US dollars, down by 72.9% compared to the previous year. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 4.3 thousand US dollars, with the largest increase of 17.3% occurring that year.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Angola and Sao Tome and Principe were the key markets for Portugal's textile flock, dust and neps exports in value terms, together accounting for 99.8% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Portugal in value, 2018-2021

Imports textile flock, dust and neps to Portugal

Imports in kind, kg

Portugal's imports of textile flock, dust and neps have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, import volume totaled 42 757 kilograms, up by 10.0% relative to the prior year. From 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 19.3%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, kg

Over the period from 2018 to 2021, the United Kingdom (45.9% of imports in kind), Italy (28.0% of imports in kind), and Spain (16.8% of imports in kind) were the largest contributors to Portugal's imports in kind, jointly accounting for 90.8% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Portugal in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year decline, Portugal's imports of textile flock, dust and neps have increased. In 2021, Portugal imported a total of 346.3 thousand US dollars, up by 24.6% year-over-year. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 278.0 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 11.4% occurring in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the United Kingdom (33.3% of imports in value terms), Italy (31.4% of imports in value terms), and Spain (18.0% of imports in value terms) made the biggest contributions to Portugal's imports in value terms, jointly accounting for 82.7% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Portugal in value, 2018-2021