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Germany: Asbestos Market 2024

Asbestos Market Size in Germany

The German asbestos market shrank to $X in 2022, which is down by -13.4% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a dramatic curtailment. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Production in Germany

In value terms, asbestos production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2019, approx. X kg of asbestoses were exported from Germany; with an increase of 3,950% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 68,567%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 100,155% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Luxembourg (X kg) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Germany, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Luxembourg amounted to +108.0%.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Luxembourg stood at +16.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average asbestos export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -98.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Switzerland amounted to -8.3% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, imports of asbestoses into Germany shrank markedly to X tons, reducing by -51% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports saw a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 1,150,500%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, asbestos imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a dramatic descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 1,025,500% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) was the main asbestos supplier to Germany, accounting for a 95% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland (X kg), with a 2.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK amounted to +24,737.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (0.0% per year) and China (+97.5% per year).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestoses to Germany, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK stood at +60,620.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (0.0% per year) and China (-55.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 167% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 2,112% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Poland ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+144.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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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, together accounting for 56% of global consumption. Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of asbestos to Germany?

In value terms, Kosovo constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Germany.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Germany?

In 2021, the average asbestos import price amounted to $189 per ton, shrinking by -4.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in Germany. 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
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
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
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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