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France - Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Dec 19, 2022

France's Silicate Price Peaks at $648 per Ton, Fluctuating Wildly over 2022

France Silicates Import Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the silicates price stood at $648 per ton (CIF, France), with an increase of 5% against the previous month. In general, import price indicated a buoyant expansion from January 2022 to September 2022: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +14.6% over the last eight-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on September 2022 figures, silicates import price increased by +12.7% against April 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in February 2022 when the average import price increased by 133% month-to-month. The import price peaked in September 2022.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2022, the country with the highest price was Italy ($1,427 per ton), while the price for Belgium ($457 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+29.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

France Silicates Imports

After two months of decline, purchases abroad of silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates increased by 58% to 6K tons in September 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. Imports peaked at 14K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silicates imports surged to $3.9M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. In general, total imports indicated a notable expansion from January 2022 to September 2022: its value increased at an average monthly rate of +2.8% over the last eight-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on September 2022 figures, imports increased by +65.6% against August 2022 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

France Silicates Imports by Country

In September 2022, Spain (3.9K tons) constituted the largest silicates supplier to France, accounting for a 65% share of total imports. Moreover, silicates imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (956 tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Germany (457 tons), with a 7.6% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume from Spain totaled -11.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Belgium (-1.2% per month) and Germany (+3.1% per month).

In value terms, Spain ($2M) constituted the largest supplier of silicates to France, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($437K), with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with an 11% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value from Spain stood at +15.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Belgium (-4.6% per month) and the Netherlands (-1.6% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silicates 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 20136240 - Silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates

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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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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

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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    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, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

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