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Report Sri Lanka - Filter Blocks, Slabs and Plates of Paper Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights for 499$
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Sri Lanka: Filter Block Market 2025

Filter Block Market Size in Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan filter block market shrank rapidly to $X in 2022, which is down by -15.8% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption continues to indicate a temperate expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Filter Block Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2022, overseas shipments of filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp were finally on the rise to reach X kg after two years of decline. Overall, exports enjoyed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 355% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X kg. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, filter block exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 671%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for filter block exports from Sri Lanka, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands totaled +11.5%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) also remains the key foreign market for filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp exports from Sri Lanka.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands amounted to +28.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average filter block export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 91%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belgium amounted to +459.5% per year.

Filter Block Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2022, overseas purchases of filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp increased by 3.3% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a notable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 211%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, filter block imports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 291% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Switzerland (X tons) constituted the largest filter block supplier to Sri Lanka, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, filter block imports from Switzerland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), sixfold. Hong Kong SAR (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Switzerland stood at +57.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+71.5% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (+54.6% per year).

In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Denmark ($X) and India ($X) were the largest filter block suppliers to Sri Lanka, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +85.5%, 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

The average filter block import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 88%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the price for Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Denmark (+14.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, France and Germany, together comprising 23% of global consumption. Italy, Japan, Russia, Switzerland, Belarus, Spain, Indonesia, China, Austria and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.
Germany remains the largest filter block producing country worldwide, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, filter block production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Thailand, threefold. The Czech Republic ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.3% share.
In value terms, the largest filter block suppliers to Sri Lanka were Switzerland, Denmark and Germany, together accounting for 92% of total imports. India lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 6.3%.
In value terms, the Netherlands remains the key foreign market for filter block exports from Sri Lanka.
The average filter block export price stood at $37,742 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 5.8% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average filter block import price amounted to $14,395 per ton, with an increase of 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the filter block market in Sri Lanka. 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 17291200 - Filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp

Country coverage:

  • Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Sri Lanka
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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 In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    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, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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