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France - Knives And Cutting Blades (For Machines Or For Mechanical Appliances) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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France - Knives And Cutting Blades (For Machines Or For Mechanical Appliances) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Feb 21, 2023

Cutting Blade Price in France Shrinks to $23.4 per kg

France Cutting Blade Import Price in October 2022

In October 2022, the cutting blade price amounted to $23.4 per kg (CIF, France), dropping by -2.5% against the previous month. Over the last nine months, it increased at an average monthly rate of +3.3%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in April 2022 when the average import price increased by 59% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $23.9 per kg in September 2022, and then shrank in the following month.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In October 2022, the country with the highest price was the United States ($46.5 per kg), while the price for Slovakia ($8.8 per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to October 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+19.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

France Cutting Blade Imports

In October 2022, approximately 453 tons of knives and cutting blades (for machines or for mechanical appliances) were imported into France; with a decrease of -9.9% compared with September 2022. Overall, imports saw a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2022 with an increase of 67% month-to-month. As a result, imports reached the peak of 954 tons. From April 2022 to October 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cutting blade imports contracted to $11M (IndexBox estimates) in October 2022. In general, imports recorded a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in September 2022 with an increase of 24% m-o-m. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 16K tons in April 2022; however, from May 2022 to October 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

France Cutting Blade Imports by Country

In October 2022, Germany (199 tons) constituted the largest supplier of cutting blade to France, accounting for a 44% share of total imports. Moreover, cutting blade imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (56 tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Italy (39 tons), with an 8.6% share.

From January 2022 to October 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany amounted to -5.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: China (-3.0% per month) and Italy (+1.3% per month).

In value terms, Germany ($3.8M) constituted the largest supplier of cutting blade to France, comprising 36% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($975K), with a 9.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.5% share.

From January 2022 to October 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value from Germany stood at -1.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: China (+0.1% per month) and Italy (+0.9% per month).

Factors Affecting Cutting Blade Prices

The price of cutting blades in France can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the type of blade, the quality of the blade, and the supplier. However, there are some general trends that can be observed in terms of pricing.

For instance, carbon steel blades tend to be cheaper than stainless steel blades. This is because carbon steel is more readily available and is generally less expensive to produce. In addition, carbon steel blades are often used for less demanding applications, such as cutting wood or soft metals.

On the other hand, stainless steel blades are more expensive due to the fact that they're more difficult to produce and are typically used for more demanding applications. This includes cutting hard metals or materials that require a very sharp edge. Additionally, stainless steel is more resistant to corrosion than carbon steel, which makes it a popular choice for food-related applications.

Finally, the price of cutting blades can also vary depending on the supplier. For instance, Chinese suppliers tend to be much cheaper than French suppliers. This is because Chinese manufacturers benefit from economies of scale and lower labor costs.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cutting blade market in France. 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 25736043 - Knives and cutting blades for machines or for mechanical appliances for working metal
  • Prodcom 25736045 - Knives and cutting blades for machines or for mechanical appliances for working wood
  • Prodcom 25736053 -
  • Prodcom 25736055 -
  • Prodcom 25736063 - Knives and cutting blades for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines (excluding coulters for ploughs, discs for harrows)
  • Prodcom 25736065 - Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances

Country coverage:

  • France

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in France
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    12. Exports and Growth, By Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024

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