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Croatia: Fireclay Market 2024

Fireclay Market Size in Croatia

In 2021, the Croatian fireclay market increased by 161% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a deep downturn. Fireclay consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fireclay Exports

Exports from Croatia

In 2020, shipments abroad of fireclay decreased by -5.7% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports faced a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 82% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fireclay exports fell significantly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports faced a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Slovenia (X tons) was the main destination for fireclay exports from Croatia, with a 71% share of total exports. Moreover, fireclay exports to Slovenia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Romania (X kg), eightfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Hungary (X kg), with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Slovenia stood at +34.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Romania (+16.2% per year) and Hungary (+53.0% per year).

In value terms, Slovenia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Croatia, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X), with a 25% share of total exports. It was followed by Hungary, with an 8.7% share.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Slovenia amounted to +24.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bosnia and Herzegovina (-1.2% per year) and Hungary (+37.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average fireclay export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, which is down by -14.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 9.2% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Slovenia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bosnia and Herzegovina (+0.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fireclay Imports

Imports into Croatia

In 2021, supplies from abroad of fireclay increased by 58% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after five years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 175% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fireclay imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Slovakia (X tons), Slovenia (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of fireclay imports to Croatia, with a combined 87% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Slovakia (with a CAGR of +1,082.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest fireclay suppliers to Croatia were Slovakia ($X), Italy ($X) and Slovenia ($X), with a combined 94% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Slovakia, with a CAGR of +1,091.2%, saw the highest growth rate of 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

In 2021, the average fireclay import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 104% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed buoyant growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Hungary ($X per ton), while the price for Slovenia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+60.3%), 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 fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, together comprising 38% of global consumption. India, Russia, Brazil, Japan, Pakistan, Italy, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, with a combined 43% share of global production. India, Brazil, Russia, Japan, Pakistan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria, France and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of fireclay to Croatia?

In value terms, Slovakia, Italy and Slovenia constituted the largest fireclay suppliers to Croatia, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fireclay from Croatia?

In value terms, Slovenia emerged as the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Croatia, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bosnia and Herzegovina $482), with a 25% share of total exports. It was followed by Hungary, with an 8.7% share.

What is the average export price for fireclay in Croatia?

The average fireclay export price stood at $317 per ton in 2020, falling by -50.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fireclay in Croatia?

In 2021, the average fireclay import price amounted to $468 per ton, with an increase of 32% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fireclay 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 08122230 - Fireclay

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
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
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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 2012–2023
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