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Switzerland: Fluorspar Market 2024

Fluorspar Market Size in Switzerland

The Swiss fluorspar market expanded modestly to $X in 2021, picking up by 3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a noticeable decrease. Fluorspar consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Fluorspar Production in Switzerland

In value terms, fluorspar production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 5.3%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Fluorspar Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2021, fluorspar exports from Switzerland dropped rapidly to X tons, reducing by -55.3% compared with the previous year. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 144%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fluorspar exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 24%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for fluorspar exports from Switzerland, with a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, fluorspar exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany stood at -1.2%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the key foreign market for fluorspar exports from Switzerland, comprising 44% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a 0.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany stood at -6.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fluorspar export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 165% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a notable expansion. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Slovakia (-3.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fluorspar Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2021, the amount of fluorspar imported into Switzerland shrank remarkably to X tons, which is down by -26.2% against the year before. Overall, imports saw a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 101% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, fluorspar imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 96%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of fluorspar to Switzerland, accounting for a 42% share of total imports. Moreover, fluorspar imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Netherlands (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany stood at -18.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (+53.3% per year) and Mexico (-30.2% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fluorspar to Switzerland, comprising 44% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mexico ($X), with a 3.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany amounted to -12.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (-29.4% per year) and the Netherlands (+56.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fluorspar import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.8%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+6.9%), 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 fluorspar in the world?

China remains the largest fluorspar consuming country worldwide, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, ninefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of fluorspar in the world?

China remains the largest fluorspar producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 63% of total volume. Moreover, fluorspar production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, sixfold. Mongolia ranked third in terms of total production with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fluorspar to Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of fluorspar to Switzerland, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 4.9% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fluorspar from Switzerland?

In value terms, Slovakia remains the key foreign market for fluorspar exports from Switzerland.

What is the average export price for fluorspar in Switzerland?

The average fluorspar export price stood at $530 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fluorspar in Switzerland?

The average fluorspar import price stood at $589 per ton in 2020, picking up by 23% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fluorspar market in Switzerland. 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.

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