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Bulgaria: Asphalted Paper Market 2025

Asphalted Paper Market Size in Bulgaria

For the fourth year in a row, the Bulgarian asphalted paper market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -39.1% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption faced a sharp downturn. Asphalted paper consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Asphalted Paper Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2021, overseas shipments of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard increased by 154% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a mild contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 368%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, asphalted paper exports rose markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 1,348% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Greece (X tons) was the main destination for asphalted paper exports from Bulgaria, with a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, asphalted paper exports to Greece exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Greece totaled +90.3%.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Greece stood at +37.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average asphalted paper export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -54.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 209% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell notably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Greece totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Romania (-6.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Asphalted Paper Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2022, approx. X tons of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard were imported into Bulgaria; with a decrease of -46.6% compared with 2021. In general, imports showed a dramatic downturn. The smallest decline of -0.6% was in 2019. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asphalted paper imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a sharp decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of asphalted paper to Bulgaria, accounting for a 79% share of total imports. Moreover, asphalted paper imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X tons), sixfold. Romania (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey totaled -29.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-26.5% per year) and Romania (-52.0% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard to Bulgaria, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Austria, with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey stood at -24.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-26.3% per year) and Austria (+35.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalted paper import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, asphalted paper import price increased by +66.2% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 65%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+34.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

Canada remains the largest asphalted paper consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper consumption in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 5.7% share.

What are the largest producers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

Canada constituted the country with the largest volume of asphalted paper production, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, sixfold. The Czech Republic ranked third in terms of total production with a 9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard to Bulgaria?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of asphalted paper to Bulgaria, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 5.4% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in Bulgaria?

In 2021, the average asphalted paper export price amounted to $2,568 per ton, picking up by 48% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in Bulgaria?

In 2021, the average asphalted paper import price amounted to $921 per ton, falling by -38.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asphalted paper 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 17127710 - Tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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