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Ireland: Market for Base Metal Fittings For Loose-Leaf Binders Or Files 2025

Market Size for Base Metal Fittings For Loose-Leaf Binders Or Files in Ireland

The Irish loose-leaf binder metal fitting market contracted dramatically to $X in 2022, dropping by -97.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a significant curtailment. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Base Metal Fittings For Loose-Leaf Binders Or Files in Ireland

In value terms, loose-leaf binder metal fitting production expanded modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the production volume increased by 12%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Base Metal Fittings For Loose-Leaf Binders Or Files

Exports from Ireland

For the third consecutive year, Ireland recorded decline in overseas shipments of base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 413% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, loose-leaf binder metal fitting exports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 389%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for loose-leaf binder metal fitting exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 5.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK amounted to +3.5%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK amounted to +14.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average loose-leaf binder metal fitting export price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a modest expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 146%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +11.0% per year.

Imports of Base Metal Fittings For Loose-Leaf Binders Or Files

Imports into Ireland

For the third year in a row, Ireland recorded decline in supplies from abroad of base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports showed a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 528% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, loose-leaf binder metal fitting imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 242%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), the UK (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of loose-leaf binder metal fitting imports to Ireland, together accounting for 82% of total imports. Slovenia, Poland, Italy and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 14%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Slovenia (with a CAGR of +130.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest loose-leaf binder metal fitting suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +40.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 loose-leaf binder metal fitting import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 82% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs 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 the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Slovenia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+2.4%), 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 base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files in the world?

The country with the largest volume of loose-leaf binder metal fitting consumption was China, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, loose-leaf binder metal fitting consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 4.7% share.

What are the largest producers of base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of loose-leaf binder metal fitting production, accounting for 64% of total volume. Moreover, loose-leaf binder metal fitting production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Slovenia, sevenfold. Italy ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files to Ireland?

In value terms, the largest loose-leaf binder metal fitting suppliers to Ireland were the UK, the Netherlands and Slovenia, together accounting for 82% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for loose-leaf binder metal fitting exports from Ireland, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ethiopia, with a 9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files in Ireland?

The average loose-leaf binder metal fitting export price stood at $5,952 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 44% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for base metal fittings for loose-leaf binders or files in Ireland?

In 2021, the average loose-leaf binder metal fitting import price amounted to $8,724 per ton, surging by 24% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for loose-leaf binder metal fitting in Ireland. 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
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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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