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Belgium: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in Belgium

The Belgian asbestos market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2020, after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Asbestos Production in Belgium

In value terms, asbestos production surged to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, production attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2020, approx. X kg of asbestos were exported from Belgium; stabilizing at the previous year. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, asbestos exports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Belgium, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, asbestos exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Luxembourg (X tons), twofold.

From 2007 to 2009, the average annual growth rate of volume to China was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Luxembourg (X% per year) and the Czech Republic (X% per year).

From 2007 to 2009, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Czech Republic (X% per year) and Luxembourg (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average asbestos export price stood at $X per ton in 2009, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices attained the maximum in 2009 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2009, the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Luxembourg ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2009, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Luxembourg, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2020, supplies from abroad of asbestos increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports saw a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, asbestos imports surged to $X in 2020. Overall, imports showed a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2020, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main supplier of asbestos to Belgium, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Netherlands totaled +X%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Belgium.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from the Netherlands totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. from 2019 to 2020, the growth in terms of the average import prices failed to regain the momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for asbestos in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Russia, together accounting for 56% of global consumption. Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of asbestos to Belgium?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Belgium.

What are the leading importers of asbestos from Belgium?

In value terms, Luxembourg remains the key foreign market for asbestos exports from Belgium.

What is the average export price for asbestos in Belgium?

In 2019, the average asbestos export price amounted to $420 per ton, dropping by -22.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Belgium?

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $3,541 per ton, falling by -12.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in Belgium. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Belgium

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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