Regional Analysis
Global Cotton (linter) Pulp Market Regional Insights
- North America: North America has a significant presence in the global cotton (linter) pulp market. The region benefits from a well-established pulp and paper industry, high-quality cotton production, and demand for specialty papers. The U.S., in particular, is a major player in cotton (linter) pulp production and consumption. North America holds a substantial percentage of the market share, accounting for approximately 27% in 2023.
- Europe: Europe also holds a notable share in the global cotton (linter) pulp market. The region has a strong pulp and paper manufacturing sector, which utilizes cotton (linter) pulp for specialty paper European countries plays importance on sustainability and responsible sourcing practices, which can impact the demand for cotton (linter) pulp. Europe holds around 19% of the market share in 2023
- Asia Pacific: Asia Pacific is a growing market for cotton (linter) pulp, which is driven by factors such as increasing industrialization, urbanization, and demand for paper and packaging products. Countries like China and India have significant paper production capacities and contribute to the regional demand for cotton (linter) pulp. Asia Pacific accounts for approximately 40% of the market share in 2023.
Figure 1. Global Cotton (linter) Pulp Market Share (%), By Region, 2023
Geographies covered:
- North America: U.S. and Canada
- Latin America: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America
- Europe: Germany, U.K., Spain, France, Italy, Russia, and Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific: China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, ASEAN, and Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa: GCC Countries, Israel, South Africa, North Africa, and Central Africa and Rest of Middle East
Figure 2. Global Cotton (linter) Pulp Market Share (%), By Type, 2023
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