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France: Urea Market 2024

Urea Market Size in France

In 2022, the French urea market increased by 104% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed a resilient increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Urea Production in France

In value terms, urea production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by 15%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Urea Exports

Exports from France

In 2022, overseas shipments of urea increased by 31% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 110% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, urea exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 154%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main destinations of urea exports from France, together comprising 71% of total exports. Italy, Germany, Belgium, Portugal and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +21.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for urea exported from France were the UK ($X), Spain ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising 70% of total exports.

Italy, with a CAGR of +27.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average urea export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a tangible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 59%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sweden ($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 Belgium (+11.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Urea Imports

Imports into France

In 2022, purchases abroad of urea increased by 59% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. Overall, total imports indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +72.5% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, urea imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Algeria (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of urea imports to France, with a combined 58% 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 Algeria (with a CAGR of +39.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Egypt ($X), Algeria ($X) and Belgium ($X) constituted the largest urea suppliers to France, with a combined 64% share of total imports.

Algeria, with a CAGR of +52.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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 urea import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 50% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 66%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Algeria (+9.0%), 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 urea in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of urea consumption, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, urea consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of urea in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of urea production in 2021 were India, China and Russia, together comprising 41% of global production. Iran, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Algeria and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

What are the leading suppliers of urea to France?

In value terms, Egypt, Algeria and Russia appeared to be the largest urea suppliers to France, together comprising 62% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of urea from France?

In value terms, Spain remains the key foreign market for urea exports from France, comprising 38% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with an 18% share of total exports. It was followed by Sweden, with a 6.7% share.

What is the average export price for urea in France?

In 2021, the average urea export price amounted to $444 per ton, rising by 59% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for urea in France?

In 2021, the average urea import price amounted to $416 per ton, with an increase of 67% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the urea 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:

FCL 4001 -

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
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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 2012–2023
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