China's writing instruments industry is maintaining a positive outlook for 2012 even as export sales merely inch along this year.
Customs statistics show that in the six months to July 2011, the country's outbound shipments of scribbling tools exceeded $767 million, rising less than 1 percent YoY. North America, the EU and the Asia-Pacific region accounted for more than one-third of revenue collectively.
Apart from sluggish growth, swelling material and labor costs are major challenges. To counter them, suppliers are implementing various efficiency projects that can generate savings.
This report covers the major products of China's writing instruments industry, namely ballpoint, gel, fountain, rollerball and multifunction pens, pencils, markers and highlighters.
What you'll get
In-depth profiles of 23 verified suppliers with a comprehensive look at their manufacturing and export capability, product and market focus, verified contact details, and more
66 full-color images that depict popular writing instruments export models, with detailed product descriptions and minimum order requirements
Supplier information in tabular format to help you compare companies at a glance
Results of the custom-designed supplier survey, which forecasts industry trends for the next 12 months
An extensive overview of the industry discussing the main challenges facing suppliers
An in-depth examination of the supplier base highlighting key characteristics of different types of companies
Details of the primary production centers
An update of the latest trends in design, R&D, materials and components
A review of the key factors that influence the price and quality of low-end, midrange and high-end products
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