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China: Market for Equipment For Scaffolding, Shuttering, Propping Or Pit Propping 2025

Market Size for Equipment For Scaffolding, Shuttering, Propping Or Pit Propping in China

In 2021, the Chinese market for equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping decreased by -2.3% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Production of Equipment For Scaffolding, Shuttering, Propping Or Pit Propping in China

In value terms, scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment production dropped slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 18%. Scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Exports of Equipment For Scaffolding, Shuttering, Propping Or Pit Propping

Exports from China

In 2021, approx. X tons of equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping were exported from China; increasing by 8.9% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Australia (X tons) were the main destinations of scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment exports from China, with a combined 28% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the UK, Thailand, Canada, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea, Germany, Poland and New Zealand, which together accounted for a further 32%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of +29.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment exported from China were the United States ($X), Japan ($X) and Australia ($X), together accounting for 28% of total exports. These countries were followed by the UK, Thailand, Singapore, Canada, Germany, the Philippines, Indonesia, South Korea, Poland and New Zealand, which together accounted for a further 30%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Poland, with a CAGR of +24.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping amounted to $X per ton, growing by 16% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 19%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Philippines (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Equipment For Scaffolding, Shuttering, Propping Or Pit Propping

Imports into China

In 2021, imports of equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping into China skyrocketed to X tons, increasing by 84% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports posted a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 110%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 194%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Cambodia (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main suppliers of scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment imports to China, together accounting for 18% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Cambodia (with a CAGR of +157.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment suppliers to China were Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and Vietnam ($X), with a combined 35% share of total imports. Cambodia, Austria, South Korea, Malaysia and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

Among the main suppliers, Cambodia, with a CAGR of +162.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 157% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Japan, with a combined 54% share of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Japan, with a combined 59% share of global production.
In value terms, the largest scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment suppliers to China were South Korea, Germany and Japan.
In value terms, the United States, Japan and Australia appeared to be the largest markets for scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment exported from China worldwide, with a combined 17% share of total exports. Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, the UK, Singapore, Canada, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.
In 2021, the average export price for equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping amounted to $1,463 per ton, declining by -4.3% against the previous year.
The average import price for equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping or pit propping stood at $1,938 per ton in 2021, picking up by 27% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for scaffolding, shuttering, and propping equipment in China. 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 25112310 - Iron or steel equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, p ropping/pit-propping including pit head frames and superstructures, extensible coffering beams, tubular scaffolding and similar equipment

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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