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Belgium: Steatite Market 2021

Steatite Market Size in Belgium

In 2019, the Belgian steatite market decreased by -X% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2012 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Steatite Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2019, shipments abroad of steatites increased by X% to X tons, rising for the fourth year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, steatite exports fell to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports attained the maximum at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Austria (X tons) were the main destinations of steatite exports from Belgium, together comprising X% of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Italy, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for steatite exported from Belgium were Germany ($X), Italy ($X) and France ($X), together accounting for X% of total exports.

Italy saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average steatite export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2009 an increase of X% y-o-y. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018, and then fell in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Austria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Steatite Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2019, supplies from abroad of steatites decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports saw a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, steatite imports shrank markedly to $X in 2019. In general, imports saw a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons) were the main suppliers of steatite imports to Belgium, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Pakistan, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest steatite suppliers to Belgium were the Netherlands ($X), France ($X) and Austria ($X), together comprising X% of total imports. These countries were followed by Pakistan, Italy, China and India, which together accounted for a further X the main suppliers, Pakistan saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average steatite import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, reducing by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 when the average import price increased by X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Pakistan, 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 steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite consumption in 2019 were China, Germany and Japan, with a combined 32% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite production in 2019 were China, Afghanistan and Finland, together accounting for 65% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of steatites to Belgium?

In value terms, the largest steatite suppliers to Belgium were the Netherlands, France and Austria, together comprising 75% of total imports. These countries were followed by Pakistan, Italy, China and India, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the leading importers of steatites from Belgium?

In value terms, the largest markets for steatite exported from Belgium were Germany, Italy and France, with a combined 60% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for steatites in Belgium?

In 2019, the average steatite export price amounted to $427 per ton, shrinking by -12.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for steatites in Belgium?

The average steatite import price stood at $245 per ton in 2019, waning by -10.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the steatite 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