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France: Asphalted Paper Market 2025

Asphalted Paper Market Size in France

In 2022, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in the French asphalted paper market, when its value decreased by -60.5% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a noticeable expansion. Asphalted paper consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined markedly in the following year.

Asphalted Paper Exports

Exports from France

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard, when their volume increased by 87% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, recorded a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 95%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asphalted paper exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a pronounced downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of asphalted paper exports from France, together accounting for 67% of total exports. New Caledonia, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark and Cameroon lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for New Caledonia (with a CAGR of +223.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for asphalted paper exported from France were Spain ($X), Belgium ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 62% of total exports. Switzerland, New Caledonia, Denmark, Sweden and Cameroon lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, New Caledonia, with a CAGR of +127.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average asphalted paper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -18.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 75%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sweden ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Cameroon (+11.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Asphalted Paper Imports

Imports into France

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard decreased by -37.3% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed mild growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 161%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

In value terms, asphalted paper imports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 139% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), Italy (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of asphalted paper imports to France, with a combined 77% share of total imports. Belgium and Austria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 20%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Belgium (with a CAGR of +37.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X), Belgium ($X) and Germany ($X) were the largest asphalted paper suppliers to France, together comprising 78% of total imports.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +37.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalted paper import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -48.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 63% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, 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 Italy ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+5.8%), 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 tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

The country with the largest volume of asphalted paper consumption was Canada, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper consumption in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, sixfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.7% share.

What are the largest producers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

Canada remains the largest asphalted paper producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, sixfold. The Czech Republic ranked third in terms of total production with a 9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard to France?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of asphalted paper to France, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 1.8% share.

What are the leading importers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard from France?

In value terms, Thailand, Romania and Cameroon constituted the largest markets for asphalted paper exported from France worldwide, together accounting for 39% of total exports. Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Gabon, Sweden, Togo, Senegal, Benin, Latvia and Tunisia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What is the average export price for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in France?

The average asphalted paper export price stood at $1,932 per ton in 2021, declining by -11.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in France?

The average asphalted paper import price stood at $3,473 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 22% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asphalted paper 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:

Prodcom 17127710 - Tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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