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Croatia: Greasy Wool Market 2025

Greasy Wool Market Size in Croatia

The Croatian greasy wool market reduced slightly to $X in 2022, waning by -3.3% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Greasy Wool Production in Croatia

In value terms, greasy wool production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 22%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Greasy Wool Exports

Exports from Croatia

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of greasy wool, when their volume increased by 126% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, greasy wool exports surged to $X in 2020. Overall, exports, however, saw a sharp decline. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Serbia (X tons) was the main destination for greasy wool exports from Croatia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Serbia totaled -5.7%.

In value terms, Serbia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for greasy wool exports from Croatia.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Serbia totaled -14.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average greasy wool export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -28.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 33%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2020, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +15.9% per year.

Greasy Wool Imports

Imports into Croatia

In 2022, purchases abroad of greasy wool decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 250%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X kg. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, greasy wool imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a precipitous shrinkage. The smallest decline of -2.6% was in 2020. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Netherlands (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of greasy wool to Croatia, accounting for a 80% share of total imports. Moreover, greasy wool imports from the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Austria (X kg), fourfold.

From 2019 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Netherlands was relatively modest.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of greasy wool to Croatia, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2019 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Netherlands was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average greasy wool import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price faced a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price decreased by -72.2% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Austria amounted to $X per ton.

From 2019 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (0.0%), 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 greasy wool in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of greasy wool consumption, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, greasy wool consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, New Zealand, fivefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6% share.

What are the largest producers of greasy wool in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of greasy wool production in 2021 were China, Australia and New Zealand, with a combined 42% share of global production. These countries were followed by Turkey, the UK, Morocco, Iran, Russia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Argentina and Turkmenistan, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of greasy wool to Croatia?

In value terms, Germany $24) constituted the largest supplier of greasy wool to Croatia.

What are the leading importers of greasy wool from Croatia?

In value terms, Serbia remains the key foreign market for greasy wool exports from Croatia.

What is the average export price for greasy wool in Croatia?

The average greasy wool export price stood at $382 per ton in 2020, falling by -46.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for greasy wool in Croatia?

In 2020, the average greasy wool import price amounted to $22,229 per ton, declining by -80.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the greasy wool 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:

FCL 987 - Wool, Greasy

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 2012–2024
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
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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