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Kuwait: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in Kuwait

In 2020, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in the Kuwaiti asbestos market, when its value increased by X% to $X. In general, consumption, however, saw a slight decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2012 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Production in Kuwait

In value terms, asbestos production amounted to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Overall, the total production indicated a perceptible increase from 2007 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, production increased by +X% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, production remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2020, the amount of asbestos exported from Kuwait was estimated at X kg, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2019. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, asbestos exports amounted to $X in 2020. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X tons) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Kuwait, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2011, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Yemen was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2011, the average annual growth rate of value to Yemen was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average asbestos export price stood at $X per ton in 2011, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs in 2011 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

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

From 2007 to 2011, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Yemen amounted to X% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Kuwait

After four years of decline, supplies from abroad of asbestos increased by X% to X tons in 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. from 2016 to 2020, the growth imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, asbestos imports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2020, China (X tons) was the main supplier of asbestos to Kuwait, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

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

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

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

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2020 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

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

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

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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, together accounting for 56% 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?

Russia remains the largest asbestos producing country worldwide, accounting for 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 Kuwait?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Kuwait.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Kuwait?

The average asbestos import price stood at $2,097 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 27% against the previous year.

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

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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 Kuwait
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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