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Croatia: Iron Ore Market 2024

Iron Ore Market Size in Croatia

In 2021, the Croatian iron ore market decreased by 0% to less than $X, falling for the second year in a row after eight years of growth. In general, consumption, however, showed significant growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Iron Ore Production in Croatia

In value terms, iron ore production declined slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 86%. Iron ore production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Iron Ore Exports

Exports from Croatia

In 2019, approx. X tons of iron ores and concentrates were exported from Croatia; with an increase of 466% against 2018. In general, exports saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 2,107%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, iron ore exports soared to $X in 2019. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 2,290% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hungary (X tons) was the main destination for iron ore exports from Croatia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Hungary amounted to +50.9%.

In value terms, Hungary ($X) also remains the key foreign market for iron ores and concentrates exports from Croatia.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hungary totaled +68.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average iron ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, rising by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 25% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Hungary.

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Hungary amounted to +11.4% per year.

Iron Ore Imports

Imports into Croatia

Iron ore imports into Croatia skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, jumping by 52% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 127%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, iron ore imports shrank to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 86% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Bosnia and Herzegovina (X tons) was the main iron ore supplier to Croatia, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Bosnia and Herzegovina totaled +71.7%.

In value terms, Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron ores and concentrates to Croatia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Bosnia and Herzegovina stood at +53.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average iron ore import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -40.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 60%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Bosnia and Herzegovina.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bosnia and Herzegovina amounted to -10.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron ores and concentrates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of iron ore consumption in 2020 were China, Australia and Russia, together comprising 74% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of iron ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of iron ore production was Australia, accounting for 48% of total volume. Moreover, iron ore production in Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 15% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron ores and concentrates to Croatia?

In value terms, Bosnia and Herzegovina constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Croatia, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 27% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for iron ores and concentrates in Croatia?

In 2019, the average iron ore export price amounted to $92 per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron ores and concentrates in Croatia?

The average iron ore import price stood at $31 per ton in 2020, waning by -25.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron ore 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 07101000 - Iron ores and concentrates (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
Prodcom 07101010 -
Prodcom 07101020 -

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
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
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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