Report Update Nov 1, 2024

Norway - Talc and Steatite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Norway: Talc And Steatite Market 2024

Talc And Steatite Market Size in Norway

After two years of growth, the Norwegian talc and steatite market decreased by -5.5% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption showed a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 7.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Talc And Steatite Production in Norway

In value terms, talc and steatite production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 314%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Talc And Steatite Exports

Exports from Norway

In 2022, shipments abroad of talc and steatite decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a sharp slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 40%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, talc and steatite exports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a sharp setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 105% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main destinations of talc and steatite exports from Norway.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Sweden (with a CAGR of -25.3%).

In value terms, the largest markets for talc and steatite exported from Norway were Sweden ($X) and the UK ($X).

In terms of the main countries of destination, Sweden, with a CAGR of -22.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average talc and steatite export price amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 90%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+33.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Talc And Steatite Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2022, overseas purchases of talc and steatite decreased by -7.2% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 28%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, talc and steatite imports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 12%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Finland (X tons) constituted the largest talc and steatite supplier to Norway, with a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, talc and steatite imports from Finland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (X tons), sevenfold. The Netherlands (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Finland totaled +9.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-7.7% per year) and the Netherlands (-7.3% per year).

In value terms, Finland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of talc and steatite to Norway, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Finland totaled +9.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-7.9% per year) and the Netherlands (-7.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average talc and steatite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -2.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 11%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-0.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for talc and steatite in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of talc and steatite consumption, accounting for 16% of total volume. Moreover, talc and steatite consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of talc and steatite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 43% share of global production. Turkey, the United States, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, France, Pakistan, Finland, Canada, Afghanistan, Italy and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

What are the leading suppliers of talc and steatite to Norway?

In value terms, Finland constituted the largest supplier of talc and steatite to Norway, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 15% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of talc and steatite from Norway?

In value terms, the United States, France and Austria were the largest markets for talc and steatite exported from Norway worldwide, with a combined 46% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for talc and steatite in Norway?

In 2021, the average talc and steatite export price amounted to $1,159 per ton, dropping by -2.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for talc and steatite in Norway?

In 2021, the average talc and steatite import price amounted to $282 per ton, with an increase of 4.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the talc and steatite 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 2030.

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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