World - Solid Biofuels - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Solid Biofuel - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ethiopia |
| 2 | China |
| 3 | Brazil |
| 4 | Nigeria |
| 5 | India |
In value terms, Ethiopia, China and Brazil were the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2020, together comprising 23% of the global market. Nigeria, India, the UK, the United States, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.
Among the main consuming countries, the Netherlands (+98.8% per year) saw the highest growth rate of market size, over the period under review, while solid biofuel market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Solid Biofuel Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Russia | 128 | 142 | 129 | 0.4% |
| United States | 137 | 140 | 136 | -0.4% |
| Malaysia | 162 | 159 | 138 | -7.7% |
| Canada | 143 | 143 | 140 | -1.1% |
| Vietnam | 173 | 148 | 141 | -9.7% |
| Latvia | 157 | 156 | 160 | 1.0% |
| Denmark | 185 | 183 | 172 | -3.6% |
| Estonia | 165 | 165 | 172 | 2.1% |
| Ukraine | 210 | 200 | 194 | -3.9% |
| Austria | 253 | 238 | 228 | -5.1% |
| Germany | 265 | 277 | 267 | 0.4% |
| Poland | 323 | 296 | 310 | -2.0% |
| Indonesia | 417 | 414 | 385 | -3.9% |
| Average | 192 | 189 | 184 | -2.1% |
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($385 per ton), while Russia ($129 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Estonia, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Germany | 290 | 344 | 344 | 8.9% |
| France | 288 | 282 | 326 | 6.4% |
| Italy | 227 | 237 | 224 | -0.7% |
| Japan | 244 | 233 | 208 | -7.7% |
| Netherlands | 216 | 195 | 200 | -3.8% |
| Belgium | 187 | 191 | 196 | 2.4% |
| South Korea | 167 | 171 | 170 | 0.9% |
| Denmark | 161 | 175 | 169 | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | 191 | 150 | 147 | -12.3% |
| Latvia | 142 | 147 | 129 | -4.7% |
| Average | 209 | 201 | 200 | -2.2% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Germany ($344 per ton), while Latvia ($129 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Solid Biofuel - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United Kingdom | 1.6 | 1.2 | 1.3 | -9.5% |
| Italy | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 95.2% |
| Japan | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 24.6% |
| Denmark | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | -14.6% |
In value terms, the UK ($1.3B) constitutes the largest market for imported solid biofuels worldwide, comprising 23% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy ($515M), with a 9.3% share of global imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9% share.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in the UK totaled -9.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Italy (+0.5% per year) and the Netherlands (+95.2% per year).
Solid Biofuel - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 0.8 | 1 | 1 | 10.2% |
| Vietnam | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.5 | -1.2% |
| Canada | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 3.6% |
| Latvia | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 18.9% |
| Indonesia | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | -3.9% |
In value terms, the United States ($1B) remains the largest solid biofuel supplier worldwide, comprising 17% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam ($452M), with a 7.7% share of global exports. It was followed by Canada, with a 6.9% share.
In the United States, solid biofuel exports expanded at an average annual rate of +10.2% over the period from 2018-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Vietnam (-1.2% per year) and Canada (+3.6% per year).
Solid Biofuel - Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for solid biofuel worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Solid Biofuel - Product Coverage
- HS 440131 - Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, whether or not agglomerated in logs, briquettes, pellets or similar forms; wood pellets
- HS 440210 - Wood; charcoal of bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated
- HS 440290 - Wood; charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global solid biofuel market. 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:
- FCL 1630 - Wood charcoal
- FCL 1693 - Wood pellets
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
Company coverage:
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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2023
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