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Norway: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in Norway

The Norwegian asbestos market declined dramatically to $X in 2020, with a decrease of -X% 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). Overall, consumption recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Asbestos consumption peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Norway

In 2020, the amount of asbestos exported from Norway totaled X kg, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports showed a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos exports totaled $X in 2020. In general, exports faced a dramatic curtailment. Exports peaked at $X in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for asbestos exports from Norway, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2010, the average annual growth rate of volume to India was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2010, the average annual growth rate of value to India was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average asbestos export price stood at $X per ton in 2010, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a prominent increase. As a result, export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2007 to 2010, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to X% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2020, the amount of asbestos imported into Norway dropped rapidly to X tons, waning by -X% against the year before. Overall, imports saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, asbestos imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2020. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Denmark (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Norway, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, asbestos imports from Denmark exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Poland (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Denmark stood at -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (-X% per year) and France (X% per year).

In value terms, Denmark ($X) constituted the largest supplier of asbestos to Norway, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Denmark stood at -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (X% per year) and Poland (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average asbestos import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price posted a moderate increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2020, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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, together accounting for 56% of global consumption. Maldives, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos production, 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 Norway?

In value terms, the largest asbestos suppliers to Norway were Denmark and Poland.

What is the average export price for asbestos in Norway?

The average asbestos export price stood at $35 per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Norway?

The average asbestos import price stood at $139 per ton in 2021, increasing by 28% against the previous year.

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

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Norway

Data coverage:

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