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EU: Asbestos Market 2024

Asbestos Market Size in the EU

In 2022, the EU asbestos market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption posted a significant expansion. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Asbestos Production in the EU

In value terms, asbestos production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Asbestos Exports

Exports in the EU

In 2022, the amount of asbestoses exported in the European Union surged to X tons, increasing by X% on the previous year. Overall, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, asbestos exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Bulgaria dominates exports structure, finishing at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2022. The Netherlands (X tons) held a minor share of total exports.

Bulgaria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the asbestoses exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. The Netherlands experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. Bulgaria (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Bulgaria ($X) remains the largest asbestos supplier in the European Union, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Bulgaria totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bulgaria ($X per ton), while the Netherlands totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bulgaria (X%).

Asbestos Imports

Imports in the EU

In 2022, purchases abroad of asbestoses increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports posted resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2016; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

In value terms, asbestos imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Romania represented the key importing country with an import of around X tons, which amounted to X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Sweden (X tons), committing an X% share of total imports.

Romania was also the fastest-growing in terms of the asbestoses imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. Sweden experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Romania (X p.p.) and Sweden (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Romania ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported asbestoses in the European Union, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sweden ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

In Romania, asbestos imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a significant decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Romania ($X per ton), while Sweden amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for asbestos in the the EU?

Romania constituted the country with the largest volume of asbestos consumption, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, asbestos consumption in Romania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Bulgaria, twofold.

What are the largest producers of asbestos in the the EU?

The country with the largest volume of asbestos production was Bulgaria, comprising approx. 94% of total volume. It was followed by Germany, with a 1.7% share of total production.

What are the leading exporters of asbestos in the the EU?

In value terms, Bulgaria remains the largest asbestos supplier in the European Union, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands, with a 0.3% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of asbestos in the the EU?

In value terms, Romania constitutes the largest market for imported asbestoses in the European Union, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sweden, with a 2.2% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for asbestos in the the EU?

In 2022, the export price in the European Union amounted to $1,169 per ton, with a decrease of -24% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for asbestos in the the EU?

The import price in the European Union stood at $74 per ton in 2022, declining by -41% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asbestos market in the EU. 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
Production in the EU, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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