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EU: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in the EU

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the EU asbestos market, when its value increased by X% to $X. Overall, consumption saw a prominent increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Asbestos Production in the EU

In value terms, asbestos production surged to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, production reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Production By Country in the EU

Poland (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, accounting for X% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Poland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hungary (X tons), twofold. Bulgaria (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Poland was relatively modest. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Hungary (-X% per year) and Bulgaria (-X% per year).

Asbestos Exports

Exports in the EU

In 2020, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of asbestos, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tons. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, asbestos exports declined significantly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, exports attained the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of asbestos, namely Bulgaria, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

Bulgaria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the asbestos exports, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007 to 2020. Bulgaria (+X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X) also remains the largest asbestos supplier in the European Union.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in Bulgaria stood at +X%.

Export Prices by Country

The asbestos export price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2020, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, export prices hit record highs in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bulgaria amounted to +X% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports in the EU

In 2020, overseas purchases of asbestos decreased by -X% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports showed a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X% y-o-y. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, asbestos imports plummeted to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports recorded a notable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

Slovakia was the largest importing country with an import of around X tons, which accounted for X% of total imports. Luxembourg (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Ireland (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. Belgium (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Belgium, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest asbestos importing markets in the European Union were Luxembourg ($X), Belgium ($X) and Ireland ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports.

Belgium saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the asbestos import price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a significant expansion. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while Slovakia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Poland remains the largest asbestos consuming country in the European Union, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos consumption in Poland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Hungary, twofold. Bulgaria ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.5% share.
Poland constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, accounting for 65% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Poland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hungary, twofold. Bulgaria ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.
In value terms, Poland emerged as the largest asbestos supplier in the European Union, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bulgaria, with a 14% share of total exports.
In value terms, Spain, Romania and Greece appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 72% of total imports. These countries were followed by Portugal, Sweden and Malta, which together accounted for a further 6.6%.
In 2021, the export price in the European Union amounted to $517 per ton, waning by -55.3% against the previous year.
The import price in the European Union stood at $108 per ton in 2021, dropping by -45.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in the EU. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

    Country coverage:

    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in the EU, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

    This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
    2. How to load your idle production capacity
    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
    5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
    6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
    7. How to outsource production to other countries
    8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

    4. 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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      • Austria
      • Belgium
      • Bulgaria
      • Croatia
      • Cyprus
      • Czech Republic
      • Denmark
      • Estonia
      • Finland
      • France
      • Germany
      • Greece
      • Hungary
      • Ireland
      • Italy
      • Latvia
      • Lithuania
      • Luxembourg
      • Malta
      • Netherlands
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • Romania
      • Slovakia
      • Slovenia
      • Spain
      • Sweden

    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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