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Ireland: Matches Market 2024

Matches Market Size in Ireland

The Irish matches market was estimated at $X in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a perceptible decline. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Matches Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of matches, when their volume increased by 114% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 370%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, matches exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 212% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for matches exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK amounted to +18.2%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) also remains the key foreign market for matches exports from Ireland.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK stood at -5.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average matches export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 30% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, faced a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to -17.4% per year.

Matches Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, approx. X tons of matches were imported into Ireland; increasing by 12% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 80% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, matches imports declined to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main suppliers of matches imports to Ireland, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +96.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest matches suppliers to Ireland were Sweden ($X), Germany ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together comprising 91% of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +60.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average matches import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -15.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 96% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, 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 Sweden ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+27.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for matches in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of matches consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 35% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Nigeria, Russia, Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, Belarus, Japan, Ghana and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of matches in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of matches production in 2020 were India, China and the United States, with a combined 51% share of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Indonesia, Brazil, Belarus, Pakistan, Sweden, Germany and Japan, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of matches to Ireland?

In value terms, Sweden constituted the largest supplier of matches to Ireland, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with an 8% share.

What are the leading importers of matches from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for matches exports from Ireland, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany $992), with a 12% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for matches in Ireland?

In 2020, the average matches export price amounted to $2,159 per ton, rising by 50% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for matches in Ireland?

In 2020, the average matches import price amounted to $5,270 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the matches 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 20512000 - Matches (excluding Bengal matches and other pyrotechnic products)

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
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