Report Update Feb 1, 2025

Croatia - Corks and Stoppers of Natural Cork - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Croatia: Natural Cork Stopper Market 2025

Natural Cork Stopper Market Size in Croatia

For the fourth year in a row, the Croatian natural cork stopper market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 13% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, showed a slight reduction. Natural cork stopper consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Natural Cork Stopper Exports

Exports from Croatia

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of corks and stoppers of natural cork, when their volume increased by 191% to X kg. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, natural cork stopper exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a deep reduction. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina (X kg), Slovenia (X kg) and Serbia (X kg) were the main destinations of natural cork stopper exports from Croatia, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Slovenia (with a CAGR of +39.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for natural cork stopper exported from Croatia were Slovenia ($X), Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X) and Serbia ($X), with a combined 99% share of total exports.

Slovenia, with a CAGR of +44.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average natural cork stopper export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 25% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Slovenia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Serbia (+11.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Natural Cork Stopper Imports

Imports into Croatia

In 2022, the amount of corks and stoppers of natural cork imported into Croatia soared to X tons, growing by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 74%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, natural cork stopper imports stood at $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 44% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Austria (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of natural cork stopper to Croatia, with a 42% share of total imports. Moreover, natural cork stopper imports from Austria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), threefold. Italy (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Austria totaled +3.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-0.3% per year) and Italy (-9.8% per year).

In value terms, Austria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of corks and stoppers of natural cork to Croatia, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Portugal ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Austria amounted to +3.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Portugal (+2.1% per year) and Spain (-7.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average natural cork stopper import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -11.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 78% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Portugal ($X per ton), while the price for Slovenia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+559.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for corks and stoppers of natural cork in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Portugal, China and the United States, together accounting for 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of corks and stoppers of natural cork in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Portugal, China and the United States, together accounting for 56% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of corks and stoppers of natural cork to Croatia?

In value terms, Austria constituted the largest supplier of natural cork stopper to Croatia, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Portugal, with a 7.9% share.

What are the leading importers of corks and stoppers of natural cork from Croatia?

In value terms, Slovenia remains the key foreign market for natural cork stopper exports from Croatia, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bosnia and Herzegovina $605), with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Serbia, with a 15% share.

What is the average export price for corks and stoppers of natural cork in Croatia?

The average natural cork stopper export price stood at $29,640 per ton in 2021, rising by 8.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for corks and stoppers of natural cork in Croatia?

The average natural cork stopper import price stood at $51,845 per ton in 2021, picking up by 49% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural cork stopper 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 16292250 - Corks and stoppers of natural cork

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
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:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
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. 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
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. 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. 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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