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Ireland: Wood Charcoal Market 2025

Wood Charcoal Market Size in Ireland

The Irish wood charcoal market surged to $X in 2021, increasing by 300% against 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 saw a significant expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Wood Charcoal Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, shipments abroad of wood charcoal decreased by -98% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 3,113%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

In value terms, wood charcoal exports contracted rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 3,724%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

France (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of wood charcoal exports from Ireland, together accounting for 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +54.1%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, France ($X), the UK ($X) and Belgium ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for wood charcoal exported from Ireland worldwide, together comprising 99% of total exports.

The UK, with a CAGR of +35.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average wood charcoal export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 19% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+11.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Wood Charcoal Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, purchases abroad of wood charcoal decreased by -13.8% to X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 95% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, wood charcoal imports contracted slightly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 84%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), Romania (X tons) and Bulgaria (X tons) were the main suppliers of wood charcoal imports to Ireland, together comprising 65% of total imports. Spain, Poland, South Africa and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Paraguay (with a CAGR of +209.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest wood charcoal suppliers to Ireland were the UK ($X), Romania ($X) and Bulgaria ($X), together comprising 64% of total imports. Poland, Spain, South Africa and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Paraguay, with a CAGR of +171.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 wood charcoal import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 15% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 16%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+3.5%), 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 wood charcoal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wood charcoal consumption in 2021 were Brazil, Ethiopia and Nigeria, together accounting for 29% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Ghana, China, Thailand, Madagascar, Egypt, Somalia and Zambia, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the largest producers of wood charcoal in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wood charcoal production in 2021 were Brazil, Nigeria and Ethiopia, with a combined 29% share of global production. India, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Ghana, China, Thailand, Madagascar, Egypt, Somalia and Zambia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of wood charcoal to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK, Romania and Bulgaria appeared to be the largest wood charcoal suppliers to Ireland, together comprising 68% of total imports. Poland, Spain, South Africa and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

What are the leading importers of wood charcoal from Ireland?

In value terms, the largest markets for wood charcoal exported from Ireland were France, the UK and Belgium, with a combined 100% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for wood charcoal in Ireland?

The average wood charcoal export price stood at $820 per ton in 2021, surging by 3.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wood charcoal in Ireland?

In 2021, the average wood charcoal import price amounted to $982 per ton, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood charcoal 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:

FCL 1630 - Wood charcoal

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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 2012–2024
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