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Greece: Plaster Market 2024

Plaster Market Size in Greece

The Greek plaster market dropped to $X in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a abrupt curtailment. Plaster consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Plaster Production in Greece

In value terms, plaster production contracted slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 27% against the previous year. Plaster production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Plaster Exports

Exports from Greece

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of plaster, when their volume decreased by -13.6% to X tons. In general, exports continue to indicate a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 43%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plaster exports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bulgaria (X tons) was the main destination for plaster exports from Greece, accounting for a 95% share of total exports. It was followed by Cyprus (X tons), with a 2.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Bulgaria amounted to -6.1%.

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X) remains the key foreign market for plaster exports from Greece, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cyprus ($X), with an 8.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bulgaria totaled -9.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average plaster export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 12% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cyprus ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bulgaria stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Cyprus (-2.9%).

Plaster Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2022, overseas purchases of plaster increased by 19% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports posted a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 78%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, plaster imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 70%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, North Macedonia (X tons) constituted the largest plaster supplier to Greece, with a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, plaster imports from North Macedonia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), eightfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Italy (X tons), with a 6.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from North Macedonia stood at +67.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+0.5% per year) and Italy (+28.0% per year).

In value terms, North Macedonia ($X), Germany ($X) and Turkey ($X) appeared to be the largest plaster suppliers to Greece, with a combined 65% share of total imports. France, Italy, Albania, Poland and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Poland, with a CAGR of +179.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2022, the average plaster import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 27% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 35%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for North Macedonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+6.9%), 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 plaster in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of plaster consumption, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, plaster consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 5.5% share.

What are the largest producers of plaster in the world?

China remains the largest plaster producing country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, plaster production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of plaster to Greece?

In value terms, the largest plaster suppliers to Greece were North Macedonia, Germany and the UK, with a combined 70% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of plaster from Greece?

In value terms, Bulgaria remains the key foreign market for plaster exports from Greece, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cyprus, with an 8.1% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for plaster in Greece?

The average plaster export price stood at $105 per ton in 2021, rising by 14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plaster in Greece?

In 2021, the average plaster import price amounted to $150 per ton, dropping by -2.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plaster market in Greece. 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 23522000 - Plasters consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate (including for use in building, for use in dressing woven fabrics or surfacing paper, for use in dentistry)

Country coverage:

Greece

Data coverage:

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