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Portugal: Alums Market 2024

Alums Market Size in Portugal

The Portuguese alums market soared to $X in 2022, with an increase of 99% 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). In general, consumption saw a significant expansion. Alums consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Alums Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2020, the amount of alums exported from Portugal skyrocketed to X kg, rising by 69% compared with 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a mild decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 199%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, alums exports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Overall, exports showed a moderate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 112% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2020 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Cabo Verde (X kg) was the main destination for alums exports from Portugal, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Cabo Verde amounted to +23.5%.

In value terms, Cabo Verde ($X) also remains the key foreign market for alums exports from Portugal.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cabo Verde totaled +7.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average alums export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -9.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a measured increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 231% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2020, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cabo Verde amounted to -12.9% per year.

Alums Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, imports of alums into Portugal surged to X tons, increasing by 154% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 845%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, alums imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 689%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest alums supplier to Portugal, with a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, alums imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Czech Republic (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain amounted to +22.4%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X) appeared to be the largest alums suppliers to Portugal.

Spain, with a CAGR of +28.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average alums import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -37.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 85%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($X per ton), while the price for Spain stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+5.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for alums in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alums consumption was China, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, alums consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the Philippines, with a 5% share.

What are the largest producers of alums in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alums production was China, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, alums production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, fivefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alums to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of alums to Portugal, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 14% share.

What are the leading importers of alums from Portugal?

In value terms, Cabo Verde remains the key foreign market for alums exports from Portugal.

What is the average export price for alums in Portugal?

The average alums export price stood at $1,904 per ton in 2020, rising by 5.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alums in Portugal?

The average alums import price stood at $2,734 per ton in 2021, growing by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alums market in Portugal. 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 20134173 - Alums

Country coverage:

Portugal

Data coverage:

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