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Bulgaria: Metal Stud-Link Chain Market 2025

Metal Stud-Link Chain Market Size in Bulgaria

In 2021, the Bulgarian metal stud-link chain market increased by 51% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, showed a abrupt setback. Metal stud-link chain consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Metal Stud-Link Chain Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of iron/steel stud-link chain decreased by -95.1% to X kg in 2021. In general, exports showed a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 448% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then fell sharply in the following year.

In value terms, metal stud-link chain exports plummeted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 663%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2020, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Ukraine (X kg) was the main destination for metal stud-link chain exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a approx. 97% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ukraine stood at +17.8%.

In value terms, Ukraine ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for iron/steel stud-link chain exports from Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Ukraine totaled +16.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal stud-link chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 9.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a measured increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 217% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Ukraine.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Romania amounted to +0.8% per year.

Metal Stud-Link Chain Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2021, supplies from abroad of iron/steel stud-link chain increased by 49% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 169% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, metal stud-link chain imports shrank significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 304% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Greece (X tons) and Romania (X tons) were the main suppliers of metal stud-link chain imports to Bulgaria, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Greece (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest metal stud-link chain suppliers to Bulgaria were China ($X), Greece ($X) and Austria ($X), with a combined 84% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Greece, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal stud-link chain import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 102%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the price for Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron/steel stud-link chain in the world?

China remains the largest metal stud-link chain consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 32% of total volume. Moreover, metal stud-link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 7.5% share.

What are the largest producers of iron/steel stud-link chain in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal stud-link chain production, comprising approx. 93% of total volume. Moreover, metal stud-link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Sweden, more than tenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of iron/steel stud-link chain to Bulgaria?

In value terms, the largest metal stud-link chain suppliers to Bulgaria were Austria, Turkey and Italy, with a combined 100% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of iron/steel stud-link chain from Bulgaria?

In value terms, the largest markets for metal stud-link chain exported from Bulgaria were Turkey, Denmark and Iraq.

What is the average export price for iron/steel stud-link chain in Bulgaria?

The average metal stud-link chain export price stood at $8,974 per ton in 2020, rising by 47% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron/steel stud-link chain in Bulgaria?

The average metal stud-link chain import price stood at $2,990 per ton in 2020, dropping by -37.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal stud-link chain market in Bulgaria. 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 25931710 - Iron/steel stud-link chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, o r other articles where chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains, surveying chains, imitation jewellery

Country coverage:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bulgaria
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
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024