Germany - Slag Wool, Rock Wool And Similar Mineral Wools And Mixtures - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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View PricingGermany's Mineral Wool Price Sees Modest Decline, Reaching $1,527 per Ton Following Four Consecutive Months of Contraction
Germany Mineral Wool Export Price in May 2023
In May 2023, the mineral wool price stood at $1,527 per ton (FOB, Germany), with a decrease of -4.7% against the previous month. Overall, export price indicated moderate growth from May 2022 to May 2023: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +2.6% over the last twelve-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on May 2023 figures, mineral wool export price decreased by -12.4% against January 2023 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in January 2023 when the average export price increased by 17% month-to-month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $1,742 per ton. From February 2023 to May 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In May 2023, the country with the highest price was Slovenia ($2,838 per ton), while the average price for exports to Austria ($1,119 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From May 2022 to May 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Slovenia (+10.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
COUNTRY | Export Price of Mineral Wool in Germany (USD per ton) | ||||||||||||
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May 2022 | Jun 2022 | Jul 2022 | Aug 2022 | Sep 2022 | Oct 2022 | Nov 2022 | Dec 2022 | Jan 2023 | Feb 2023 | Mar 2023 | Apr 2023 | May 2023 | |
Slovenia | 860 | 915 | 893 | 828 | 764 | 1,010 | 1,007 | 1,062 | 1,172 | 2,149 | 9,714 | 3,353 | 2,838 |
Czech Republic | 1,019 | 1,307 | 2,007 | 1,612 | 1,316 | 1,603 | 1,661 | 1,927 | 2,193 | 2,002 | 1,730 | 1,976 | 1,721 |
Switzerland | 1,097 | 1,132 | 1,233 | 1,155 | 1,556 | 1,421 | 1,515 | 1,523 | 1,582 | 1,641 | 1,586 | 1,593 | 1,552 |
France | 984 | 979 | 1,011 | 999 | 937 | 1,000 | 965 | 927 | 1,359 | 1,730 | 1,759 | 1,671 | 1,476 |
Italy | 1,042 | 1,150 | 985 | 967 | 1,068 | 1,601 | 1,449 | 1,229 | 1,603 | 1,455 | 1,303 | 1,239 | 1,381 |
Netherlands | 1,407 | 1,512 | 1,542 | 1,530 | 1,481 | 1,378 | 1,683 | 1,601 | 1,608 | 2,136 | 1,574 | 1,040 | 1,282 |
Austria | 912 | 904 | 1,051 | 996 | 839 | 989 | 1,113 | 1,211 | 1,229 | 1,200 | 1,159 | 1,166 | 1,119 |
Average | 1,118 | 1,132 | 1,223 | 1,305 | 1,160 | 1,297 | 1,369 | 1,483 | 1,742 | 1,697 | 1,643 | 1,601 | 1,527 |
Germany Mineral Wool Exports
In May 2023, approximately 12K tons of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures were exported from Germany; growing by 18% on April 2023 figures. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in February 2023 when exports increased by 33% month-to-month.
In value terms, mineral wool exports expanded remarkably to $18M (IndexBox estimates) in May 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in February 2023 with an increase of 29% against the previous month.
Germany Mineral Wool Exports by Country
Austria (3.5K tons), Switzerland (2.4K tons) and the Netherlands (1.9K tons) were the main destinations of mineral wool exports from Germany, together comprising 65% of total exports.
From May 2022 to May 2023, the biggest increases were in the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +5.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
In value terms, Austria ($4M), Switzerland ($3.7M) and the Netherlands ($2.5M) appeared to be the largest markets for mineral wool exported from Germany worldwide, together accounting for 55% of total exports.
Among the main countries of destination, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +4.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mineral wool market in Germany. 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.
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- Prodcom 23991910 - Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures thereof, in bulk, sheets or rolls
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LIST OF TABLES
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LIST OF FIGURES
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- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023