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Dominican Republic: Metal Skid Chain Market 2025

Metal Skid Chain Market Size in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican metal skid chain market contracted notably to $X in 2021, waning by -23.4% 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). In general, consumption showed a abrupt decline. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Metal Skid Chain Exports

Exports from the Dominican Republic

Metal skid chain exports from the Dominican Republic shrank sharply to X kg in 2018, falling by -54.5% on 2017 figures. Overall, exports showed a precipitous contraction. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X kg in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2018. In general, exports faced a precipitous descent. The smallest decline of -53.8% was in 2017. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Turks and Caicos Islands (X kg) was the main destination for metal skid chain exports from the Dominican Republic, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2016 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turks and Caicos Islands was relatively modest.

In value terms, Turks and Caicos Islands ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for iron or steel skid chain exports from the Dominican Republic.

From 2016 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Turks and Caicos Islands was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal skid chain export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, falling by -21.3% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated resilient growth from 2016 to 2018: its price increased at an average annual rate of +15.7% over the last two-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, metal skid chain export price increased by +33.9% against 2016 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 70%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined markedly in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Turks and Caicos Islands.

From 2016 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Haiti amounted to +70.1% per year.

Metal Skid Chain Imports

Imports into the Dominican Republic

In 2021, approx. X kg of iron or steel skid chain were imported into the Dominican Republic; dropping by -35.2% on the previous year. Overall, imports saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 267% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal skid chain imports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 353% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X kg), the United States (X kg) and Canada (X kg) were the main suppliers of metal skid chain imports to the Dominican Republic, with a combined 68% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Switzerland, Italy and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 29%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +325.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel skid chain to the Dominican Republic, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 20% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Switzerland amounted to +25.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (+24.9% per year) and the United States (-16.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average metal skid chain import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 62% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 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 Switzerland ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+17.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron or steel skid chain in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of metal skid chain consumption in 2021 were China, Russia and the United States, together comprising 54% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel skid chain in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal skid chain production, comprising approx. 46% of total volume. Moreover, metal skid chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel skid chain to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of metal skid chain to the Dominican Republic, comprising 52% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 15% share.

What is the average export price for iron or steel skid chain in the Dominican Republic?

In 2018, the average metal skid chain export price amounted to $7,800 per ton, picking up by 32% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel skid chain in the Dominican Republic?

In 2021, the average metal skid chain import price amounted to $10,887 per ton, falling by -13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal skid chain market in the Dominican Republic. 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains

Country coverage:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
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