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Netherlands: Steatite Market 2021

Steatite Market Size in the Netherlands

For the fourth consecutive year, the Dutch steatite market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by X% to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Steatite Exports

Exports from the Netherlands

In 2019, after two years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of steatites, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tons. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, steatite exports amounted to $X in 2019. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2019; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for steatite exports from the Netherlands, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, steatite exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany totaled -X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (+X% per year) and Belgium (+X% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the key foreign market for steatite exports from the Netherlands, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the U.S., with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany amounted to -X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+X% per year) and the U.S. (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average steatite export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs in 2019 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Steatite Imports

Imports into the Netherlands

In 2019, overseas purchases of steatites increased by X% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, steatite imports surged to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), Pakistan (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of steatite imports to the Netherlands, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by India (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X), Pakistan ($X) and Austria ($X) appeared to be the largest steatite suppliers to the Netherlands, together accounting for X% of total imports. Italy, India, Belgium and China lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X (+X% per year) saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average steatite import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, waning by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, 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 steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite consumption in 2019 were China, Germany and Japan, together accounting for 32% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite production in 2019 were China, Afghanistan and Finland, with a combined 65% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of steatites to the Netherlands?

In value terms, France, Pakistan and Austria constituted the largest steatite suppliers to the Netherlands, with a combined 62% share of total imports. Italy, India, Belgium and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the leading importers of steatites from the Netherlands?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for steatite exports from the Netherlands, comprising 34% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by the U.S., with a 11% share.

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

In 2019, the average steatite export price amounted to $479 per ton, increasing by 1.8% against the previous year.

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

The average steatite import price stood at $231 per ton in 2019, falling by -5.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the steatite 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 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 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 2012–2024
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