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Egypt: Asbestos Market 2024

Asbestos Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian asbestos market rose modestly to $X in 2022, surging by 1.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption posted a slight expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Asbestos Production in Egypt

In value terms, asbestos production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 87%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2018, shipments abroad of asbestoses decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 285%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos exports stood at $X in 2018. Overall, exports faced a dramatic descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sudan (X tons) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sudan totaled +22.7%.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Sudan stood at +5.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the average asbestos export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 164% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2018, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to +49.7% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Egypt

Asbestos imports into Egypt totaled X tons in 2020, remaining constant against 2019 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 895% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2020, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, asbestos imports totaled $X in 2020. Overall, imports continue to indicate a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 774% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2020, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, China (X tons) was the main supplier of asbestos to Egypt, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from China was relatively modest.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestoses to Egypt.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price decreased by -11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -32.5% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for asbestos in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Russia, with a combined 56% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of asbestos to Egypt?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Egypt.

What is the average export price for asbestos in Egypt?

In 2018, the average asbestos export price amounted to $311 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Egypt?

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $1,192 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in Egypt. 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.

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Egypt

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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