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Metal Skid Chain Market Size
In 2021, the global metal skid chain market was finally on the rise to reach $X after seven years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, saw a abrupt setback. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Metal Skid Chain Production
In value terms, metal skid chain production declined slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 2.1%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Metal Skid Chain Exports
Exports
Global metal skid chain exports totaled X tons in 2021, with an increase of 11% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, metal skid chain exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a pronounced reduction. The global exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
China was the main exporting country with an export of about X tons, which resulted at 46% of total exports. Austria (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 9% share, followed by Germany (8%), Lithuania (6.3%), the Czech Republic (6.1%) and Norway (5.1%). Slovenia (X tons) took a minor share of total exports.
Exports from China decreased at an average annual rate of -4.4% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Slovenia (+10.8%) and the Czech Republic (+7.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Slovenia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +10.8% from 2012-2021. Lithuania experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Germany (-1.4%), Austria (-1.8%) and Norway (-5.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the Czech Republic (+3.9 p.p.), Slovenia (+2.6 p.p.), Lithuania (+2.1 p.p.) and Germany (+1.5 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of China (-3.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, China ($X), Germany ($X) and Austria ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 53% of global exports. The Czech Republic, Lithuania, Slovenia and Norway lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.
Slovenia, with a CAGR of +11.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the average metal skid chain export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+0.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Metal Skid Chain Imports
Imports
Global metal skid chain imports expanded sharply to X tons in 2021, increasing by 9.9% against 2020. In general, imports, however, recorded a perceptible descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 18%. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, metal skid chain imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced decrease. Over the period under review, global imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2021, the United States (X tons), distantly followed by Italy (X tons), Canada (X tons), Sweden (X tons), France (X tons), Russia (X tons), Norway (X tons) and Lithuania (X tons) represented the major importers of iron or steel skid chain, together comprising 61% of total imports. The following importers - Poland (X tons), Germany (X tons), Japan (X tons), Austria (X tons) and Chile (X tons) - each accounted for a 14% share of total imports.
Imports into the United States decreased at an average annual rate of -4.5% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Poland (+9.5%), Austria (+8.2%), Russia (+6.8%) and France (+3.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Poland emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +9.5% from 2012-2021. Canada and Lithuania experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Chile (-3.1%), Sweden (-4.8%), Germany (-5.6%), Norway (-6.0%), Japan (-8.4%) and Italy (-12.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Russia, France, Poland, Canada and Austria increased by +3.1, +2.7, +2.1, +1.9 and +1.7 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United States ($X), Italy ($X) and France ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 33% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Canada, Russia, Austria, Germany, Norway, Poland, Sweden, Chile, Lithuania and Japan, which together accounted for a further 38%.
Austria, with a CAGR of +11.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the average metal skid chain import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 6.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while Lithuania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+4.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global metal skid chain market. 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 25931730 - Iron or steel skid chain excluding chains fitted with cutting, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, door guards finished with chains - surveying chains
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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