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Belgium: Fluorspar Market 2024

Fluorspar Market Size in Belgium

After two years of growth, the Belgian fluorspar market decreased by -40.1% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption showed a deep contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Fluorspar Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2021, approx. X tons of fluorspar were exported from Belgium; picking up by 5,933,406% against 2020 figures. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic setback. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fluorspar exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant contraction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for fluorspar exports from Belgium, accounting for a 87% share of total exports. Moreover, fluorspar exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (X tons), more than tenfold. France (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany totaled -20.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (-24.0% per year) and France (-26.9% per year).

It was followed by France, with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany stood at -19.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (-23.0% per year) and France (-24.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average fluorspar export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -58.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a modest increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 41%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+18.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Fluorspar Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2021, approx. X tons of fluorspar were imported into Belgium; with an increase of 13% against 2020 figures. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 70% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fluorspar imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 47%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Vietnam (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main suppliers of fluorspar imports to Belgium, together comprising 94% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +3.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest fluorspar suppliers to Belgium were Germany ($X), Vietnam ($X) and China ($X), with a combined 91% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Germany, with a CAGR of +5.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average fluorspar import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, fluorspar import price increased by +69.8% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 21%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+15.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fluorspar in the world?

China remains the largest fluorspar consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 63% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, ninefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of fluorspar in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fluorspar production was China, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, sixfold. Mongolia ranked third in terms of total production with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fluorspar to Belgium?

In value terms, the largest fluorspar suppliers to Belgium were the UK, Germany and the Czech Republic, with a combined 95% share of total imports. The Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 4.2%.

What are the leading importers of fluorspar from Belgium?

In value terms, the largest markets for fluorspar exported from Belgium were Canada $75) and the Netherlands $73).

What is the average export price for fluorspar in Belgium?

The average fluorspar export price stood at $1,642 per ton in 2020, surging by 165% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fluorspar in Belgium?

In 2020, the average fluorspar import price amounted to $284 per ton, rising by 25% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fluorspar 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 2030.

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Country coverage:

Belgium

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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
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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
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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