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Cuba: Metal Filing Cabinet Market 2025

Metal Filing Cabinet Market Size in Cuba

The Cuban metal filing cabinet market surged to $X in 2021, growing by 21% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. Metal filing cabinet consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Filing Cabinet Exports

Exports from Cuba

In 2021, shipments abroad of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal decreased by -63.4% to X kg, falling for the seventh year in a row after three years of growth. In general, exports saw a dramatic setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 104%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet exports contracted sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports faced a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 282%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Venezuela (X kg) was the main destination for metal filing cabinet exports from Cuba, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Venezuela stood at -27.9%.

In value terms, Venezuela ($X) also remains the key foreign market for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal exports from Cuba.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Venezuela stood at -18.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 5.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 87%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Venezuela amounted to +13.8% per year.

Metal Filing Cabinet Imports

Imports into Cuba

In 2021, imports of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal into Cuba skyrocketed to X tons, with an increase of 21% against 2020 figures. In general, imports, however, saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 178% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal filing cabinet imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 138%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), China (X tons) and Panama (X tons) were the main suppliers of metal filing cabinet imports to Cuba, together comprising 65% of total imports. These countries were followed by Canada, France and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 7.2%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Mexico (with a CAGR of +28.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest metal filing cabinet suppliers to Cuba were China ($X), Panama ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 68% share of total imports. France, Canada and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 8.4%.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +26.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -3.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 50% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from France ($X per ton) and Panama ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Italy and Pakistan, together comprising 43% of global consumption. China, Japan, Indonesia, France, Turkey, the UK, Iran, Canada, Thailand and Serbia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal filing cabinet production, comprising approx. 53% of total volume. Moreover, metal filing cabinet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, fourfold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal to Cuba?

In value terms, the largest metal filing cabinet suppliers to Cuba were China, Spain and Chile, together comprising 72% of total imports.

What is the average import price for filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Cuba?

In 2021, the average metal filing cabinet import price amounted to $6,520 per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal filing cabinet market in Cuba. 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 25992200 - Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets... or desk equipment of base metal

Country coverage:

Cuba

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Cuba
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 2012–2024
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