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Greece: Asphalted Paper Market 2025

Asphalted Paper Market Size in Greece

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the Greek asphalted paper market, when its value increased by 242% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption posted pronounced growth. Asphalted paper consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Asphalted Paper Exports

Exports from Greece

In 2022, approx. X tons of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard were exported from Greece; reducing by -30.5% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 3,540% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell sharply in the following year.

In value terms, asphalted paper exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 5,775%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for asphalted paper exports from Greece, accounting for a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, asphalted paper exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Bulgaria (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany totaled +197.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bulgaria (+16.8% per year) and Cyprus (-4.0% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the key foreign market for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard exports from Greece, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bulgaria ($X), with a 5.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany totaled +303.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bulgaria (+37.9% per year) and Cyprus (+15.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalted paper export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 141% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cyprus ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany ($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 Germany (+35.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Asphalted Paper Imports

Imports into Greece

In 2022, overseas purchases of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard increased by 174% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 286% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, asphalted paper imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted a tangible increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Italy (X tons) was the main supplier of asphalted paper to Greece, with a 94% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany (X tons), with a 2.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Italy stood at +9.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+31.5% per year) and Poland (+181.9% per year).

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard to Greece, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 10% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Italy stood at +8.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (+31.0% per year) and Poland (+112.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalted paper import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -23.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 92%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($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 (+8.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

Canada constituted the country with the largest volume of asphalted paper consumption, comprising approx. 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of asphalted paper production, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the Czech Republic, with a 9% share.

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

In value terms, Italy, Germany and Denmark were the largest asphalted paper suppliers to Greece, together accounting for 96% of total imports.

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

In value terms, Germany emerged as the key foreign market for asphalted paper exports from Greece, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cyprus, with a 1.9% share of total exports.

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

The average asphalted paper export price stood at $14,332 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 317% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average asphalted paper import price amounted to $1,421 per ton, which is down by -14.8% against the previous year.

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

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

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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 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
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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