Finland: Market for Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine and Iodine 2024

Market Size for Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine and Iodine in Finland

In 2021, the Finnish market for fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodines increased by 8.2% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, the total consumption indicated a perceptible expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +66.1% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Production of Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine and Iodine in Finland

In value terms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. Fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine and Iodine

Exports from Finland

In 2021, the amount of fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodines exported from Finland was estimated at X kg, approximately reflecting 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 245%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine exports amounted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports faced a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 223% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Norway (X kg) was the main destination for fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine exports from Finland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Norway was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Norway stood at -52.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodines amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price faced a dramatic contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 372%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, 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 Norway.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belgium amounted to +40.7% per year.

Imports of Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine and Iodine

Imports into Finland

In 2021, purchases abroad of fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodines increased by 8.9% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +61.9% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 71% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine imports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +96.8% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 82% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine imports to Finland, together comprising 99% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of +41.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodines to Finland, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by France ($X), with a 9.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Netherlands totaled +15.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (+25.1% per year) and Germany (+0.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodines amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, 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 Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+27.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform