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Ireland: Plaster Market 2024

Plaster Market Size in Ireland

The Irish plaster market expanded significantly to $X in 2022, growing by 6.5% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +50.4% against 2020 indices. Plaster consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Plaster Production in Ireland

In value terms, plaster production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 9.2%. Plaster production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Plaster Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of plaster decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after nine years of growth. Overall, exports saw a precipitous contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, plaster exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a significant decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for plaster exports from Ireland, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK amounted to -37.6%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK totaled -36.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average plaster export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a modest expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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 +1.3% per year.

Plaster Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of plaster decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after five years of growth. In general, imports recorded a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 17%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plaster imports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a mild contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of plaster to Ireland, with a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, plaster imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK totaled -3.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+63.2% per year) and France (+60.7% per year).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of plaster to Ireland, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK stood at -3.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+67.3% per year) and France (+57.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average plaster import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 12% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for France ($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 United States (+2.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for plaster in the world?

The country with the largest volume of plaster consumption was China, 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of plaster production, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, plaster production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of plaster to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of plaster to Ireland, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of plaster from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for plaster exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for plaster in Ireland?

The average plaster export price stood at $293 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plaster in Ireland?

The average plaster import price stood at $389 per ton in 2021, waning by -1.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plaster market 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.

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:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
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

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