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Bulgaria: Market for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt 2024

Market Size for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Bulgaria

In 2021, the Bulgarian natural bitumen and asphalt market increased by 379% to $X, rising for the sixth consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a resilient expansion. Natural bitumen and asphalt consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2021, approx. less than X kg of natural bitumen and asphalt were exported from Bulgaria; almost unchanged from 2020. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports amounted to less than $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2021, purchases abroad of natural bitumen and asphalt increased by 382% to X tons, rising for the sixth year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, imports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 1,365% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 1,484% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Poland (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural bitumen and asphalt imports to Bulgaria, with a combined 86% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +178.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Poland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of natural bitumen and asphalt to Bulgaria, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Poland amounted to +54.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+128.7% per year) and Germany (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average natural bitumen and asphalt import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -7.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 488%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Romania ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+145.6%), 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 natural bitumen and natural asphalt in the world?

China remains the largest bitumen and asphalt consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, bitumen and asphalt consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.7% share.

What are the largest producers of natural bitumen and natural asphalt in the world?

China remains the largest bitumen and asphalt producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, bitumen and asphalt production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of natural bitumen and natural asphalt to Bulgaria?

In value terms, the largest bitumen and asphalt suppliers to Bulgaria were Poland and Italy.

What are the leading importers of natural bitumen and natural asphalt from Bulgaria?

In value terms, Oman remains the key foreign market for bitumen and asphalt exports from Bulgaria.

What is the average export price for natural bitumen and natural asphalt in Bulgaria?

In 2020, the average bitumen and asphalt export price amounted to $299 per ton, declining by -11.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural bitumen and natural asphalt in Bulgaria?

In 2020, the average bitumen and asphalt import price amounted to $2,248 per ton, surging by 124% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural bitumen and asphalt 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 08991000 - Natural bitumen and natural asphalt, asphaltites and asphaltic rocks

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
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