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Belgium: Wood Charcoal Market 2024

Wood Charcoal Market Size in Belgium

The Belgian wood charcoal market soared to $X in 2021, increasing by 79% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption enjoyed a moderate increase. Wood charcoal consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Wood Charcoal Exports

Exports from Belgium

Wood charcoal exports from Belgium shrank significantly to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -45.1% compared with 2020 figures. In general, exports showed a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 28% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wood charcoal exports dropped markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 77%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then contracted notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), France (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main destinations of wood charcoal exports from Belgium, with a combined 84% share of total exports. Luxembourg, Spain, Ireland and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 14%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Ireland (with a CAGR of +221.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for wood charcoal exported from Belgium were Germany ($X), France ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together accounting for 86% of total exports. These countries were followed by Ireland, Luxembourg, Spain and Poland, which together accounted for a further 10%.

Ireland, with a CAGR of +219.0%, recorded 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 2021, the average wood charcoal export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -33.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 44%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Ireland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Poland ($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 Germany (+1.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Wood Charcoal Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2021, purchases abroad of wood charcoal decreased by -31.4% to X tons, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports saw a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 42%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wood charcoal imports fell to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 45%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Ukraine (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of wood charcoal imports to Belgium, together comprising 58% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Russia, Belarus, Nigeria, China, Paraguay, France, Poland, Luxembourg and India, which together accounted for a further 34%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Belarus (with a CAGR of +1,050.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X), Ukraine ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest wood charcoal suppliers to Belgium, together comprising 61% of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, France, China, Russia, Belarus, Paraguay, Luxembourg, Poland, Nigeria and India, which together accounted for a further 34%.

Among the main suppliers, Belarus, with a CAGR of +1,174.6%, saw the highest growth rate of 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

In 2021, the average wood charcoal import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed buoyant growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+21.0%), 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 wood charcoal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wood charcoal consumption in 2021 were Brazil, Ethiopia and Nigeria, together comprising 29% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Ghana, China, Thailand, Madagascar, Egypt, Somalia and Zambia, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the largest producers of wood charcoal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wood charcoal production in 2021 were Brazil, Nigeria and Ethiopia, with a combined 29% share of global production. These countries were followed by India, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Ghana, China, Thailand, Madagascar, Egypt, Somalia and Zambia, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of wood charcoal to Belgium?

In value terms, Indonesia, Ukraine and the Netherlands appeared to be the largest wood charcoal suppliers to Belgium, with a combined 64% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, China, Russia, Belarus, Paraguay, Luxembourg, Poland, Nigeria and India, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading importers of wood charcoal from Belgium?

In value terms, the largest markets for wood charcoal exported from Belgium were Germany, France and Ireland, together accounting for 85% of total exports.

What is the average export price for wood charcoal in Belgium?

In 2021, the average wood charcoal export price amounted to $806 per ton, reducing by -29.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wood charcoal in Belgium?

The average wood charcoal import price stood at $913 per ton in 2021, rising by 35% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood charcoal 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.

Product coverage:

FCL 1630 - Wood charcoal

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
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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