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Spain: Waferboard Market 2024

Waferboard Market Size in Spain

The Spanish waferboard market fell to $X in 2021, shrinking by -5.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a noticeable shrinkage. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Waferboard Production in Spain

In value terms, waferboard production expanded notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, faced a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 39%. Waferboard production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Waferboard Exports

Exports by Country

Portugal (X cubic meters) was the main destination for waferboard exports from Spain, with a 28% share of total exports. Moreover, waferboard exports to Portugal exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Peru (X cubic meters), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the UK (X cubic meters), with an 8.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Portugal amounted to -1.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Peru (+15.9% per year) and the UK (+19.3% per year).

In value terms, Portugal ($X), Peru ($X) and France ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for waferboard exported from Spain worldwide, with a combined 48% share of total exports. The UK, Ireland, Morocco, China, the United States, Italy, the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan (Chinese) and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.

Among the main countries of destination, Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +37.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Waferboard Imports

Imports into Spain

In 2021, purchases abroad of waferboards increased by 17% to X cubic meters, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.7% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 22%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, waferboard imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.2% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +25.7% against 2018 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Portugal (X cubic meters), France (X cubic meters) and Germany (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of waferboard imports to Spain, together comprising 96% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +14.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Portugal ($X), France ($X) and Germany ($X) appeared to be the largest waferboard suppliers to Spain, with a combined 94% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Germany, with a CAGR of +13.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The average waferboard import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 14% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 14%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

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 Germany ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Portugal ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for waferboards in the world?

China remains the largest waferboard consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, waferboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 6.3% share.

What are the largest producers of waferboards in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of waferboard production, accounting for 29% of total volume. Moreover, waferboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 7.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of waferboards to Spain?

In value terms, the largest waferboard suppliers to Spain were Portugal, France and Germany, together comprising 95% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of waferboards from Spain?

In value terms, Portugal, Peru and France appeared to be the largest markets for waferboard exported from Spain worldwide, together accounting for 48% of total exports. The UK, Ireland, Morocco, China, the United States, Italy, the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What is the average export price for waferboards in Spain?

The average waferboard export price stood at $310 per cubic meter in 2021, growing by 24% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for waferboards in Spain?

In 2021, the average waferboard import price amounted to $299 per cubic meter, rising by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the waferboard market in Spain. 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:

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Country coverage:

Spain

Data coverage:

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