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Benelux: Sandstone Market 2024

Sandstone Market Size in Benelux

In 2022, the Benelux sandstone market increased by 12% to $X, rising for the fifth year in a row after five years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sandstone Production in Benelux

In value terms, sandstone production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by 75% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sandstone Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2022, overseas shipments of sandstone decreased by -39.9% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 206%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sandstone exports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 202%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Belgium was the key exporter of sandstone in Benelux, with the volume of exports amounting to X tons, which was approx. 78% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by the Netherlands (X tons), generating a 22% share of total exports.

Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of sandstone. At the same time, the Netherlands (+12.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the Netherlands emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Benelux, with a CAGR of +12.5% from 2012-2022. The Netherlands (+14 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by -12.2% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +2.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 118% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-1.9%).

Sandstone Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2022, overseas purchases of sandstone decreased by -8.8% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 48%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sandstone imports declined rapidly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded slight growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 42%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands represented the major importer of sandstone in Benelux, with the volume of imports reaching X tons, which was near 67% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), constituting a 32% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the sandstone imports, with a CAGR of +16.3% from 2012 to 2022. Belgium (-8.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the Netherlands increased by +52 percentage points.

In value terms, the largest sandstone importing markets in Benelux were the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X).

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +11.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -10.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a slight expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 52%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+6.5%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sandstone 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
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