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Slovakia: Matches Market 2024

Matches Market Size in Slovakia

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Slovak matches market, when its value decreased by -51.6% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed perceptible growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Matches Exports

Exports from Slovakia

In 2021, the amount of matches exported from Slovakia reduced markedly to X tons, declining by -63.8% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 12,823%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, matches exports fell notably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 4,978% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Czech Republic (X kg), Hungary (X kg) and Poland (X kg) were the main destinations of matches exports from Slovakia, together accounting for 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Hungary (with a CAGR of +51.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X), Hungary ($X) and Poland ($X) constituted the largest markets for matches exported from Slovakia worldwide, with a combined 100% share of total exports.

Poland, with a CAGR of +87.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of 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 matches export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 66% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 83% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Czech Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+24.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Matches Imports

Imports into Slovakia

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of matches, when their volume decreased by -51.1% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a tangible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 123%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell notably in the following year.

In value terms, matches imports reduced markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 116%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Czech Republic (X tons) constituted the largest matches supplier to Slovakia, accounting for a 52% share of total imports. Moreover, matches imports from the Czech Republic exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Poland (X tons), twofold. Ukraine (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the Czech Republic was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (+15.6% per year) and Ukraine (-35.6% per year).

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of matches to Slovakia, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Czech Republic amounted to +1.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Poland (+22.8% per year) and Germany (-6.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average matches import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -4% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 22% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a 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 Hungary ($X per ton), while the price for Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+11.0%), 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 matches in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of matches consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 35% share of global consumption. Nigeria, Russia, Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, Belarus, Japan, Ghana and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of matches in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of matches production in 2020 were India, China and the United States, together comprising 51% of global production. Russia, Indonesia, Brazil, Belarus, Pakistan, Sweden, Germany and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of matches to Slovakia?

In value terms, the Czech Republic constituted the largest supplier of matches to Slovakia, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 4.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of matches from Slovakia?

In value terms, Hungary, the Czech Republic and Poland were the largest markets for matches exported from Slovakia worldwide, together accounting for 100% of total exports.

What is the average export price for matches in Slovakia?

The average matches export price stood at $1,079 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -40.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for matches in Slovakia?

In 2020, the average matches import price amounted to $3,035 per ton, which is down by -14.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the matches market in Slovakia. 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 20512000 - Matches (excluding Bengal matches and other pyrotechnic products)

Country coverage:

Slovakia

Data coverage:

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