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Ireland: Metal Cutting Shear Market 2025

Metal Cutting Shear Market Size in Ireland

In 2022, the Irish metal cutting shear market decreased by -5.4% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Metal Cutting Shear Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, the amount of metal cutting shears and similar hand tools exported from Ireland totaled X tons, leveling off at 2021 figures. In general, exports showed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 1,074% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal cutting shear exports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 1,812%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for metal cutting shear exports from Ireland, with a 93% share of total exports. It was followed by Poland (X kg), with a 1.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK totaled +74.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Poland (+23.7% per year) and the United States (-41.1% per year).

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK totaled +78.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Poland (+15.1% per year) and the United States (-44.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average metal cutting shear export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 580% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($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 the UK (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Metal Cutting Shear Imports

Imports into Ireland

Metal cutting shear imports into Ireland totaled X tons in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, imports saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 335%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal cutting shear imports stood at $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 174%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), China (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) were the main suppliers of metal cutting shear imports to Ireland, together comprising 68% of total imports. Romania, Germany and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Romania (with a CAGR of +59.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest metal cutting shear suppliers to Ireland were the UK ($X), China ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), together comprising 64% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +39.6%, saw 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

The average metal cutting shear import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 120% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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 United States ($X per ton), while the price for Romania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+9.1%), 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 metal cutting shears and similar hand tools in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 39% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Taiwan Chinese), Germany, Russia, Pakistan, the UK, Mexico, South Korea, Italy and Spain, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of metal cutting shears and similar hand tools in the world?

China remains the largest metal cutting shear producing country worldwide, accounting for 47% of total volume. Moreover, metal cutting shear production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with a 5.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of metal cutting shears and similar hand tools to Ireland?

In value terms, the largest metal cutting shear suppliers to Ireland were the UK, Taiwan Chinese) and China, together comprising 66% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, the Netherlands and Poland, which together accounted for a further 13%.

What are the leading importers of metal cutting shears and similar hand tools from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for metal cutting shear exports from Ireland, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with a 5.1% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for metal cutting shears and similar hand tools in Ireland?

The average metal cutting shear export price stood at $10,250 per ton in 2021, declining by -64.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for metal cutting shears and similar hand tools in Ireland?

The average metal cutting shear import price stood at $8,339 per ton in 2021, declining by -41.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal cutting shear 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.

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Market volume and value
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Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
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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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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 2012–2024
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