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Benelux: Ink Market 2024

Ink Market Size in Benelux

After two years of decline, the Benelux ink market increased by 7.2% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, faced a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Ink Production in Benelux

In value terms, ink production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 194%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Ink Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, shipments abroad of inks (excluding printing ink) increased by 11% to X tons, rising for the fourth year in a row after four years of decline. Overall, exports posted a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 145% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, ink exports reduced modestly to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a moderate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 141% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands prevails in exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 90% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), mixing up a 9.8% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the inks (excluding printing ink) exports, with a CAGR of +11.9% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Belgium (+3.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2021, the share of the Netherlands increased by +7.9 percentage points.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest ink supplier in Benelux, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands amounted to +5.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -9.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the export price increased by 16%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, 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 the Netherlands (-5.3%).

Ink Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, overseas purchases of inks (excluding printing ink) increased by 19% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after four years of decline. Overall, imports recorded prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 130%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, ink imports dropped slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 180%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell modestly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) represented the main importer of inks (excluding printing ink), comprising 81% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), generating an 18% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the inks (excluding printing ink) imports, with a CAGR of +6.2% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Belgium (+3.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. The Netherlands (+3.5 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by -3.5% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported inks (excluding printing ink) in Benelux, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 6.5% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, ink imports expanded at an average annual rate of +7.5% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -16.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 41%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined significantly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+1.3%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ink 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20593000 - Inks (excluding printing ink)

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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
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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
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