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Benelux: Fluorspar Market 2024

Fluorspar Market Size in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux fluorspar market decreased by -33% to $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, saw a pronounced expansion. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Fluorspar Production in Benelux

In value terms, fluorspar production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 60% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Fluorspar Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, overseas shipments of fluorspar decreased by -17.2% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports showed a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 390%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fluorspar exports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a slight slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 375%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then contracted in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands dominates exports structure, reaching X tons, which was near 92% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), generating an 8.1% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the fluorspar exports, with a CAGR of +22.6% from 2012 to 2021. Belgium (-25.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The Netherlands (+81 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by -80.6% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest fluorspar supplier in Benelux, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 7.4% share of total exports.

In the Netherlands, fluorspar exports expanded at an average annual rate of +21.3% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 4% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 25%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+1.5%).

Fluorspar Imports

Imports in Benelux

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of fluorspar decreased by -31.8% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 590% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fluorspar imports reduced sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 551% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) was the main importer of fluorspar, constituting 82% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), comprising a 17% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the fluorspar imports, with a CAGR of +26.1% from 2012 to 2021. Belgium (-21.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the Netherlands (+76 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Belgium (-76.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported fluorspar in Benelux, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, fluorspar imports expanded at an average annual rate of +23.5% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the import price increased by 16%. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+6.0%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fluorspar market in Benelux. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
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Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023