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Scandinavia: Ceramic Tile Market 2025

Ceramic Tile Exports

Exports in Scandinavia

In 2022, shipments abroad of ceramic tiles increased by 4.8% to X square meters, rising for the second consecutive year after six years of decline. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X square meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ceramic tile exports fell rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 41%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X square meters) and Finland (X square meters) were the major exporters of ceramic tiles in 2022, finishing at approx. 40% and 33% of total exports, respectively. It was distantly followed by Norway (X square meters), committing a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Norway (with a CAGR of +9.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, the largest ceramic tile supplying countries in Scandinavia were Sweden ($X), Norway ($X) and Finland ($X).

In terms of the main exporting countries, Norway, with a CAGR of +11.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Scandinavia amounted to $X per square meter, falling by -19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the export price increased by 21% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per square meter in 2021, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per square meter), while Finland ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+2.8%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Ceramic Tile Imports

Imports in Scandinavia

Ceramic tile imports expanded rapidly to X square meters in 2022, surging by 5.7% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 6.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X square meters in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ceramic tile imports reached $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a slight expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 14%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Sweden was the major importer of ceramic tiles in Scandinavia, with the volume of imports resulting at X square meters, which was approx. 47% of total imports in 2022. Finland (X square meters) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Norway (X square meters). All these countries together held approx. 53% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Finland (with a CAGR of +2.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

In value terms, the largest ceramic tile importing markets in Scandinavia were Sweden ($X), Norway ($X) and Finland ($X).

Among the main importing countries, Finland, with a CAGR of +1.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Scandinavia amounted to $X per square meter, rising by 6.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a slight increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 8.2%. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per square meter), while Finland ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Norway (+3.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ceramic tile market in Scandinavia. 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 23311000 -
Prodcom 23311010 - Unglazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, w ith a surface area < .49 cm.
Prodcom 23311020 - Glazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, with a surface area < .49 cm.
Prodcom 23311030 -
Prodcom 23311050 - Unglazed ceramic and stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, unglazed ceramic and stoneware mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing
Prodcom 23311053 -
Prodcom 23311057 -
Prodcom 23311071 - Glazed ceramic double tiles of the spaltplatten type
Prodcom 23311073 - Glazed stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.
Prodcom 23311075 - Glazed earthenware or fine pottery ceramic flags and paving, h earth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.
Prodcom 23311079 - Glazed ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles excluding double tiles of the spaltplatten type, stoneware, e arthenware or fine pottery flags, paving or tiles with a face of not > .90 cm.

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Scandinavia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Scandinavia
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Finland
- Norway
- Sweden
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024