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Brazil: Asbestos Market 2024

Asbestos Market Size in Brazil

In 2022, the Brazilian asbestos market decreased by -12% to $X, falling for the eighth consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, consumption showed a dramatic contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Asbestos Production in Brazil

In value terms, asbestos production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 150%. Asbestos production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2022, overseas shipments of asbestoses increased by 28% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports enjoyed moderate growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 172%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, asbestos exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 150%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Brazil, with a 89% share of total exports. It was followed by Bangladesh (X tons), with a 2.9% share of total exports. Sri Lanka (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 2.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India stood at +10.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bangladesh (+55.1% per year) and Sri Lanka (+14.3% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) remains the key foreign market for asbestoses exports from Brazil, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bangladesh ($X), with a 3.4% share of total exports. It was followed by Sri Lanka, with a 3.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to India amounted to +6.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bangladesh (+66.2% per year) and Sri Lanka (+11.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average asbestos export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 23% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced reduction. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Malaysia ($X per ton) and Bangladesh ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($X per ton) and Indonesia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bangladesh (+7.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Brazil

For the fourth year in a row, Brazil recorded growth in supplies from abroad of asbestoses, which increased by 260% to X tons in 2017. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, asbestos imports skyrocketed to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2017, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2017, Russia (X tons) was the main asbestos supplier to Brazil, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume from Russia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestoses to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia totaled -6.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2017, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2017, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Russia.

From 2012 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to -6.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for asbestos in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Russia, with a combined 56% share of global consumption. Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of asbestos to Brazil?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Brazil.

What are the leading importers of asbestos from Brazil?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for asbestos exports from Brazil, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 4.9% share.

What is the average export price for asbestos in Brazil?

The average asbestos export price stood at $462 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Brazil?

In 2021, the average asbestos import price amounted to $366 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in Brazil. 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
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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