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Romania: Sandstone Market 2024

Sandstone Market Size in Romania

For the third year in a row, the Romanian sandstone market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 50% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption showed a significant expansion. Sandstone consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Sandstone Exports

Exports from Romania

After five years of growth, overseas shipments of sandstone decreased by -7.2% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports saw a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 490% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sandstone exports declined sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a modest increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 389% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2021, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Bulgaria (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) were the main destinations of sandstone exports from Romania, together accounting for 89% of total exports. Poland lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 9.9%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of +384.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X), Bulgaria ($X) and Hungary ($X) were the largest markets for sandstone exported from Romania worldwide, together comprising 86% of total exports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +263.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average sandstone export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -40.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw perceptible growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 100%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Poland ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bulgaria ($X per ton) and Hungary ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (+38.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sandstone Imports

Imports into Romania

In 2022, supplies from abroad of sandstone increased by 72% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 358%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sandstone imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 141%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Italy (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of sandstone imports to Romania.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Italy (with a CAGR of +39.2%).

In value terms, Italy ($X) and Spain ($X) constituted the largest sandstone suppliers to Romania.

Italy, with a CAGR of +35.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sandstone import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -30.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 123% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($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 (-2.2%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sandstone in the world?

China remains the largest sandstone consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, sandstone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The UK ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.8% share.

What are the largest producers of sandstone in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, India and Poland, with a combined 37% share of global production. These countries were followed by the UK, the United States, Turkey, Indonesia, Russia, Brazil, Nigeria, Mexico, Vietnam and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of sandstone to Romania?

In value terms, the largest sandstone suppliers to Romania were Italy, Spain and Hungary, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sandstone from Romania?

In value terms, the largest markets for sandstone exported from Romania were Hungary, Norway and Bulgaria, together accounting for 86% of total exports. These countries were followed by Germany, Spain and Italy, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What is the average export price for sandstone in Romania?

In 2021, the average sandstone export price amounted to $2,220 per ton, surging by 100% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sandstone in Romania?

In 2021, the average sandstone import price amounted to $693 per ton, increasing by 3.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sandstone market in Romania. 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 08111250 - Sandstone

Country coverage:

Romania

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Romania
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 2012–2023
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