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Puerto Rico: Mineral Wool Market 2024

Mineral Wool Market Size in Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rican mineral wool market expanded sharply to $X in 2021, surging by 8.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mineral Wool Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, mineral wool production expanded remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 31%. Puerto Rico production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mineral Wool Exports

Exports from Puerto Rico

In 2021, the amount of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures exported from Puerto Rico was estimated at less than X kg, approximately reflecting 2020. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, mineral wool exports amounted to less than $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports by Country

Poland (X tons), Germany (X tons), Russia (X tons), China (X tons), Croatia (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Slovenia (X tons), Norway (X tons), Spain (X tons), Slovakia (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and France (X tons) represented roughly 74% of total exports in 2021. The UK (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +24.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest mineral wool supplying countries from Puerto Rico were Poland ($X), Germany ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), with a combined 32% share of total exports. China, the UK, France, Russia, Croatia, Slovenia, Norway, Spain, Slovakia and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +14.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mineral Wool Imports

Imports into Puerto Rico

Mineral wool imports into Puerto Rico amounted to less than X kg in 2021, approximately mirroring the year before. Overall, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, mineral wool imports stood at less than $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the three major importers of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures, namely Italy, France and Germany, represented more than 0.0% of total import. It was followed by Austria (X tons), committing a 4.6% share of total imports. Sweden (X tons), the United States (X tons), Kazakhstan (X tons), Romania (X tons), Poland (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Belgium (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Finland (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Romania (with a CAGR of +11.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 21% share of total imports. The United States, Austria, Belgium, Sweden, Poland, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Romania, Kazakhstan and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.

Poland, with a CAGR of +9.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Kazakhstan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+4.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of mineral wool consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 55% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of mineral wool production in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 55% share of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Russia, Mexico, South Korea, Germany, Spain and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures to Puerto Rico?

In value terms, Germany, France and the United States constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, with a combined 20% share of total imports. Italy, Austria, Belgium, Poland, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Norway, Romania, Kazakhstan and Belarus lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the leading importers of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures from Puerto Rico?

In value terms, the largest mineral wool supplying countries from Puerto Rico were Poland, the Netherlands and China, with a combined 34% share of total exports. Germany, the UK, Croatia, Slovenia, Russia, Canada, the Czech Republic, Spain, Slovakia and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

What is the average export price for slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures in Puerto Rico?

The mineral wool export price in Puerto Rico stood at $less than 0.1 per ton in 2020, stabilizing at the previous year.

What is the average import price for slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures in Puerto Rico?

In 2020, the mineral wool import price in Puerto Rico amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mineral wool market in Puerto Rico. 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 23991910 - Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures thereof, in bulk, sheets or rolls

Country coverage:

Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Puerto Rico
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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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