Price for Asbestos, Other than Crocidolite in Switzerland - 2022

Price for Asbestos, Other than Crocidolite in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average asbestos, other than crocidolite import price amounted to $636 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 9.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $4,091 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($1,000 per ton), while the price for Brazil ($500 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (-2.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Imports of Asbestos, Other than Crocidolite in Switzerland

In 2022, the amount of asbestos, other than crocidolites imported into Switzerland was estimated at 11 kg, remaining constant against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports faced a abrupt downturn. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2021.

In value terms, asbestos, other than crocidolite imports totaled $7 in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt setback. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2021.