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France: Fluorspar Market 2025

Fluorspar Market Size in France

In 2021, the French fluorspar market decreased by -15.9% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. Fluorspar consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Fluorspar Exports

Exports from France

Fluorspar exports from France skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, growing by 33% on the year before. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 2,672% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fluorspar exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 2,149%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for fluorspar exports from France, accounting for a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, fluorspar exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany totaled +214.6%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the key foreign market for fluorspar exports from France, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 9.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany stood at +183.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fluorspar export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 8.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 23%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+0.6%).

Fluorspar Imports

Imports into France

In 2021, fluorspar imports into France reduced notably to X tons, waning by -16.1% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 21% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fluorspar imports contracted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 35%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of fluorspar imports to France, with a combined 93% share of total imports. The UK and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 6%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Morocco (with a CAGR of +1,301.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Spain ($X) constituted the largest fluorspar suppliers to France, together accounting for 94% of total imports. The UK and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 4.8%.

Among the main suppliers, Morocco, with a CAGR of +565.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average fluorspar import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 8.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 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, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Morocco ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+8.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fluorspar in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fluorspar consumption was China, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, ninefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of fluorspar in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fluorspar production was China, comprising approx. 63% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mongolia, with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fluorspar to France?

In value terms, the UK, Germany and Spain appeared to be the largest fluorspar suppliers to France, with a combined 91% share of total imports. Italy and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 8.3%.

What are the leading importers of fluorspar from France?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for fluorspar exports from France, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 2.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fluorspar in France?

In 2020, the average fluorspar export price amounted to $295 per ton, reducing by -4.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fluorspar in France?

The average fluorspar import price stood at $390 per ton in 2020, dropping by -9.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fluorspar 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.

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Market volume and value
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Trade (exports and imports) in France
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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