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Peru: Asbestos Market 2022

Asbestos Market Size in Peru

In 2020, the Peruvian asbestos market decreased by -X% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption faced a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2020, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports from Peru

In 2020, exports of asbestos from Peru contracted sharply to X kg, waning by -X% compared with the previous year. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, asbestos exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2019, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

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

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bolivia stood at +X%.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Bolivia totaled +X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average asbestos export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of X% year-to-year. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. from 2014 to 2019, the growth in terms of the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bolivia amounted to -X% per year.

Asbestos Imports

Imports into Peru

In 2020, the amount of asbestos imported into Peru dropped rapidly to X tons, shrinking by -X% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports showed a sharp decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, asbestos imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

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

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia amounted to +X%.

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

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia stood at +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average asbestos import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a resilient increase from 2007 to 2020: its price 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, asbestos import price increased by +X% against 2017 indices. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

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

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. 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?

The country with the largest volume of asbestos production was Russia, 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 Peru?

In value terms, the largest asbestos suppliers to Peru were Brazil, Canada and Russia, with a combined 96% share of total imports. The United States lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 4.3%.

What are the leading importers of asbestos from Peru?

In value terms, Ecuador remains the key foreign market for asbestos exports from Peru.

What is the average export price for asbestos in Peru?

The average asbestos export price stood at $611 per ton in 2016, with a decrease of -10.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in Peru?

In 2021, the average asbestos import price amounted to $1,034 per ton, with a decrease of -7.7% against the previous year.

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

Peru

Data coverage:

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