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France: Asbestos Market 2024

Asbestos Market Size in France

The French asbestos market was estimated at $X in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption faced a sharp shrinkage. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Production in France

In value terms, asbestos production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a abrupt descent. Asbestos production peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from France

In 2022, exports of asbestoses from France totaled X tons, approximately equating the previous year. In general, exports recorded significant growth. The smallest decline of -3.2% was in 2015. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, asbestos exports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports faced a deep contraction. The smallest decline of -16.5% was in 2015. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for asbestos exports from France, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to China was relatively modest.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to China was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asbestos export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a sharp curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price decreased by -13.8%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to 0.0% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into France

In 2022, supplies from abroad of asbestoses increased by 1,776% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, recorded a deep contraction. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Comoros (X tons), Pakistan (X tons) and China (X kg) were the main suppliers of asbestos imports to France, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +495.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Pakistan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestoses to France, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Comoros, with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Pakistan was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+825.4% per year) and Comoros (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average asbestos import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 51% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 120%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Pakistan ($X per ton), while the price for Comoros ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+135.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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. Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

Russia remains the largest asbestos producing country worldwide, 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 France?

In value terms, Switzerland constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to France.

What are the leading importers of asbestos from France?

In value terms, the largest markets for asbestos exported from France were Greece $245) and Comoros $150).

What is the average export price for asbestos in France?

The average asbestos export price stood at $571 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -11.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in France?

The average asbestos import price stood at $477 per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

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

Country coverage:

France

Data coverage:

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