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Italy: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in Italy

The Italian asbestos market rose modestly to $X in 2020, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Asbestos consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Asbestos Production in Italy

In value terms, asbestos production declined modestly to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. In general, production continues to indicate a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, production failed to regain the momentum.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Italy

Asbestos exports from Italy shrank dramatically to X kg in 2020, waning by -X% on 2019. Overall, exports faced a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, exports attained the peak of X tons. from 2010 to 2020, the growth exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos exports dropped rapidly to $X in 2020. In general, exports saw a precipitous curtailment. The smallest decline of -X% was in 2013. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X kg), Greece (X kg) and Croatia (X kg) were the main destinations of asbestos exports from Italy. Moreover, asbestos exports in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, Greece, twofold.

From 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Croatia, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France totaled +X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Croatia (X% per year) and Greece (-X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average asbestos export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded significant growth. As a result, export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+X% per year), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Italy

In 2020, overseas purchases of asbestos decreased by -X% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. from 2014 to 2020, the growth imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos imports dropped sharply to $X in 2020. Overall, imports, however, recorded a dramatic descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. from 2014 to 2020, the growth imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Slovenia (X kg) was the main asbestos supplier to Italy, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Slovenia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Slovenia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Italy.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Slovenia was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price faced a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Slovenia.

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Slovenia amounted to X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for asbestos in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Russia, with a combined 56% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

The country with the largest volume of asbestos production was Russia, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Kazakhstan, threefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of asbestos to Italy?

In value terms, the United States $160) constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Italy.

What are the leading importers of asbestos from Italy?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for asbestos exports from Italy, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Romania $27), with a 0.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for asbestos in Italy?

In 2021, the average asbestos export price amounted to $2,480 per ton, waning by -8.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Italy?

In 2021, the average asbestos import price amounted to $756 per ton, growing by 66% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in Italy. 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 2025.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Italy
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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024