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Croatia: Pig Iron Market 2022

Pig Iron Market Size in Croatia

In 2021, the Croatian pig iron market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Overall, consumption showed a buoyant increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Pig Iron Exports

Exports from Croatia

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of pig iron and spiegeleisen decreased by -82% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 76%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pig iron exports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 82% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina (X tons) was the main destination for pig iron exports from Croatia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bosnia and Herzegovina amounted to +10.2%.

In value terms, Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X) also remains the key foreign market for pig iron exports from Croatia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bosnia and Herzegovina stood at +4.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average pig iron export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 26% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 70%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, 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 Austria amounted to +47.4% per year.

Pig Iron Imports

Imports into Croatia

In 2021, purchases abroad of pig iron and spiegeleisen was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, pig iron imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted strong growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Slovakia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of pig iron to Croatia, with a 42% share of total imports. Moreover, pig iron imports from Slovakia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Poland (X tons), twofold. Italy (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Slovakia stood at +40.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (+76.5% per year) and Italy (-6.3% per year).

In value terms, Slovakia ($X), Poland ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest pig iron suppliers to Croatia, together comprising 76% of total imports.

Poland, with a CAGR of +79.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers 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 pig iron import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 36% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices from Slovenia ($X per ton) and Poland ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) and Slovakia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovenia (+19.5%), 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 pig iron and spiegeleisen in the world?

The country with the largest volume of pig iron consumption was China, accounting for 73% of total volume. Moreover, pig iron consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, tenfold. South Korea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.9% share.

What are the largest producers of pig iron and spiegeleisen in the world?

China remains the largest pig iron producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 73% of total volume. Moreover, pig iron production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 4.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of pig iron and spiegeleisen to Croatia?

In value terms, the largest pig iron suppliers to Croatia were Slovakia, Poland and Italy, together accounting for 76% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of pig iron and spiegeleisen from Croatia?

In value terms, Bosnia and Herzegovina remains the key foreign market for pig iron exports from Croatia.

What is the average export price for pig iron and spiegeleisen in Croatia?

In 2021, the average pig iron export price amounted to $460 per ton, surging by 3.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pig iron and spiegeleisen in Croatia?

The average pig iron import price stood at $584 per ton in 2021, increasing by 36% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pig iron 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 24101100 - Pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024