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Qatar: Mineral Wool Market 2024

Mineral Wool Market Size in Qatar

In 2021, the Qatari mineral wool market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption showed noticeable growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Mineral Wool Production in Qatar

In value terms, mineral wool production expanded markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a abrupt downturn. Mineral wool production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mineral Wool Exports

Exports from Qatar

In 2015, the amount of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures exported from Qatar totaled X tons, remaining stable against 2014. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2015 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, mineral wool exports totaled $X in 2015. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2015 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for mineral wool exports from Qatar, accounting for a 92% share of total exports. Moreover, mineral wool exports to the United Arab Emirates exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Saudi Arabia (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

Mineral Wool Imports

Imports into Qatar

After three years of decline, purchases abroad of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures increased by 61% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable reduction. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, mineral wool imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a slight decrease. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, India (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of mineral wool to Qatar, accounting for a 55% share of total imports. Moreover, mineral wool imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the UK (X tons), with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from India stood at +9.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+72.6% per year) and the UK (+7.5% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures to Qatar, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from India stood at +10.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+6.3% per year) and Turkey (+48.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mineral wool import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -16.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 15%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey ($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 (+12.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers 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, with a combined 55% share 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. Japan, Russia, Mexico, South Korea, Germany, Spain and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

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

In value terms, India, Turkey and the UK appeared to be the largest mineral wool suppliers to Qatar, with a combined 67% share of total imports.

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

In 2015, the average mineral wool export price amounted to $405 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

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

The average mineral wool import price stood at $1,746 per ton in 2020, growing by 7.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mineral wool market in Qatar. 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:

Qatar

Data coverage:

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