
Croatia - Ceramic Tile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Ceramic Tile Market Size in Croatia
In 2022, the Croatian ceramic tile market increased by 14% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.
Ceramic Tile Production in Croatia
In value terms, ceramic tile production reduced sharply to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production faced a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 96%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
Ceramic Tile Exports
Exports from Croatia
In 2022, approx. X square meters of ceramic tiles were exported from Croatia; with a decrease of -16.3% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 44% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, ceramic tile exports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a pronounced downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 50%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Slovenia (X square meters), Bosnia and Herzegovina (X square meters) and Spain (X square meters) were the main destinations of ceramic tile exports from Croatia, with a combined 61% share of total exports. Austria, Serbia, the Netherlands, Hong Kong SAR, Romania, France, North Macedonia and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +65.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest markets for ceramic tile exported from Croatia were Slovenia ($X), Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X) and Serbia ($X), together accounting for 63% of total exports. Spain, Austria, Hong Kong SAR, the Netherlands, France, North Macedonia, Romania and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +41.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average ceramic tile export price amounted to $X per square meter, flattening at the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 45%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was North Macedonia ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Romania ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to North Macedonia (+14.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Ceramic Tile Imports
Imports into Croatia
In 2022, the amount of ceramic tiles imported into Croatia contracted modestly to X square meters, declining by -2.7% compared with 2021. In general, total imports indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume 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, imports increased by +11.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X square meters in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.
In value terms, ceramic tile imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +47.9% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Italy (X square meters) constituted the largest ceramic tile supplier to Croatia, accounting for a 45% share of total imports. Moreover, ceramic tile imports from Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X square meters), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India (X square meters), with a 9.4% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Italy was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+7.8% per year) and India (+123.0% per year).
In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ceramic tiles to Croatia, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 9.3% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy amounted to +3.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+6.1% per year) and India (+144.6% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average ceramic tile import price amounted to $X per square meter, increasing by 20% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per square meter), while the price for Serbia ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+9.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ceramic tile market in Croatia. 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 23311000 -
- Prodcom 23311010 - Unglazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, w ith a surface area < .49 cm.
- Prodcom 23311020 - Glazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, with a surface area < .49 cm.
- Prodcom 23311030 -
- Prodcom 23311050 - Unglazed ceramic and stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, unglazed ceramic and stoneware mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing
- Prodcom 23311053 -
- Prodcom 23311057 -
- Prodcom 23311071 - Glazed ceramic double tiles of the spaltplatten type
- Prodcom 23311073 - Glazed stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.
- Prodcom 23311075 - Glazed earthenware or fine pottery ceramic flags and paving, h earth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.
- Prodcom 23311079 - Glazed ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles excluding double tiles of the spaltplatten type, stoneware, e arthenware or fine pottery flags, paving or tiles with a face of not > .90 cm.
Country coverage:
- Croatia
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Croatia
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
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