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Croatia: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in Croatia

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Croatian slate market, when its value decreased by -21.6% to $X. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a remarkable increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +65.3% against 2018 indices. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

Slate Production in Croatia

In value terms, slate production dropped notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +69.4% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 84% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Slate Exports

Exports from Croatia

After four years of growth, shipments abroad of slate decreased by -99.6% to X tons in 2018. In general, exports recorded a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 72% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, slate exports declined dramatically to $X in 2018. Overall, exports saw a slight slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 82%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bosnia and Herzegovina totaled +115.3%.

In value terms, Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for slate exports from Croatia.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bosnia and Herzegovina amounted to +127.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the average slate export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 5.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 6.2% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2018 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 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Italy amounted to +5.9% per year.

Slate Imports

Imports into Croatia

In 2021, approx. X tons of slate were imported into Croatia; rising by 53% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 1,157%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, slate imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 615%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Czech Republic (X tons) was the main supplier of slate to Croatia, accounting for a 95% share of total imports. It was followed by Slovakia (X tons), with a 3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the Czech Republic amounted to +72.5%.

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slate to Croatia, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Slovakia ($X), with a 6.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Czech Republic totaled +96.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slate import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 155%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Slovakia ($X per ton), while the price for the Czech Republic stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia (+43.9%), 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 slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate consumption, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate production, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, more than tenfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slate to Croatia?

In value terms, the Czech Republic constituted the largest supplier of slate to Croatia, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Slovakia, with a 6.1% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for slate in Croatia?

In 2021, the average slate export price amounted to $366 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slate in Croatia?

The average slate import price stood at $207 per ton in 2021, growing by 23% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate 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 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

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