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Netherlands: Silicon Market 2024

Silicon Market Size in the Netherlands

In 2022, the Dutch silicon market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after six years of decline. In general, consumption showed a noticeable shrinkage. Silicon consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Silicon Exports

Exports from the Netherlands

In 2022, overseas shipments of silicon increased by X% to X tons, rising for the fourth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, silicon exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

France (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main destinations of silicon exports from the Netherlands, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X), Germany ($X) and Italy ($X) were the largest markets for silicon exported from the Netherlands worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports.

Italy, with a CAGR of X%, recorded 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 more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average silicon export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Poland ($X per ton) and Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per ton) and Belgium ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Silicon Imports

Imports into the Netherlands

For the fourth year in a row, the Netherlands recorded growth in supplies from abroad of silicon, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, total imports indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, silicon imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a strong expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Norway (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of silicon to the Netherlands, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, silicon imports from Norway exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Iceland (X tons), twofold. Malaysia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Norway amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iceland (X% per year) and Malaysia (X% per year).

In value terms, Norway ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silicon to the Netherlands, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Iceland ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia, with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Norway totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Iceland (X% per year) and Malaysia (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average silicon import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were China ($X per ton) and Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) and Iceland ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Iceland (X%), 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 silicon in the world?

China remains the largest silicon consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 49% of total volume. Moreover, silicon consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, fourfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of silicon in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of silicon production, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, silicon production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Norway, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of silicon to the Netherlands?

In value terms, Norway constituted the largest supplier of silicon to the Netherlands, comprising 58% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Iceland, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia, with a 10% share.

What are the leading importers of silicon from the Netherlands?

In value terms, the largest markets for silicon exported from the Netherlands were Germany, France and Italy, with a combined 60% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Belgium, Poland, Spain, Norway and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What is the average export price for silicon in the Netherlands?

In 2021, the average silicon export price amounted to $2,347 per ton, rising by 21% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silicon in the Netherlands?

In 2021, the average silicon import price amounted to $2,096 per ton, with an increase of 6.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silicon market in the Netherlands. 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 20132150 - Silicon

Country coverage:

Netherlands

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Netherlands
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 2012–2023
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