Italy - Flat Glass - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Flat Glass Price in Italy - 2023

Contents:

  1. Flat Glass Price in Italy (FOB) - 2022
  2. Flat Glass Price in Italy (CIF) - 2022
  3. Flat Glass Exports in Italy
  4. Flat Glass Imports in Italy

Flat Glass Price in Italy (FOB) - 2022

The average flat glass export price stood at $7.3 per square meter in 2022, picking up by 29% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.9%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Poland ($0.8 per square meter) and Bulgaria ($0.7 per square meter), while the average price for exports to Austria ($0.6 per square meter) and Germany ($0.6 per square meter) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Greece (+7.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Flat Glass Price in Italy (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average flat glass import price amounted to $10 per square meter, rising by 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, flat glass import price increased by +102.0% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 40%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($1.4 per square meter), while the price for Israel ($0.6 per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+5.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Flat Glass Exports in Italy

In 2022, overseas shipments of flat glass decreased by -3% to 23M square meters for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +13.3% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at 23M square meters in 2021, and then fell slightly in the following year.

In value terms, flat glass exports soared to $165M in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 36% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Export of Flat Glass in Italy (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Spain6.112.515.419.547.3%
Austria13.78.413.416.97.2%
Germany12.710.611.414.85.2%
France5.47.49.112.532.3%
Turkey1.311.29.412.1110.4%
Slovenia4.73.49.312.036.7%
Croatia3.14.06.68.540.0%
Poland3.93.95.97.524.4%
Greece0.74.65.67.0115.4%
Hungary1.72.85.26.858.7%
Belgium3.04.43.95.522.4%
Cyprus1.11.73.24.357.5%
Bulgaria0.10.33.04.1244.8%
Others24.221.630.833.711.7%
Total81.696.913216526.5%

Top Export Markets for Flat Glass from Italy in 2022:

  1. Austria (30.0M square meters)
  2. Spain (30.0M square meters)
  3. Germany (24.5M square meters)
  4. France (19.8M square meters)
  5. Slovenia (18.4M square meters)
  6. Turkey (17.1M square meters)
  7. Croatia (12.9M square meters)
  8. Greece (11.3M square meters)
  9. Hungary (9.8M square meters)
  10. Poland (9.0M square meters)
  11. Belgium (8.2M square meters)
  12. Cyprus (6.8M square meters)
  13. Bulgaria (5.6M square meters)

Flat Glass Imports in Italy

In 2022, the amount of flat glass imported into Italy totaled 13M square meters, almost unchanged from 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 21%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at 18M square meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, flat glass imports skyrocketed to $131M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a modest expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +53.5% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 27%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Flat Glass in Italy (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany34.028.939.144.39.2%
Belgium25.819.419.223.7-2.8%
Luxembourg13.68.410.613.1-1.2%
France9.07.610.211.79.1%
Spain9.14.96.68.7-1.5%
Czech Republic2.12.04.65.235.3%
China4.03.64.15.18.4%
Poland7.21.12.34.0-17.8%
Israel2.30.51.41.6-11.4%
Others18.69.210.114.0-9.0%
Total12685.51081311.3%

Top Suppliers of Flat Glass to Italy in 2022:

  1. Germany (50.1M square meters)
  2. Belgium (35.1M square meters)
  3. France (18.7M square meters)
  4. Luxembourg (12.3M square meters)
  5. Spain (9.1M square meters)
  6. Czech Republic (8.1M square meters)
  7. Poland (5.0M square meters)
  8. China (3.6M square meters)
  9. Israel (2.6M square meters)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the flat glass market in Italy. 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 23111110 - Non-wired sheets, of cast or rolled glass, whether or not with absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked
  • Prodcom 23111130 - Wired sheets or profiles, of cast or rolled glass, whether or not with absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked
  • Prodcom 23111150 - Sheets, of drawn glass or blown glass, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked
  • Prodcom 23111212 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, h aving a non-reflecting layer
  • Prodcom 23111214 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, h aving an absorbent or reflective layer, of a thickness . 3,5 mm
  • Prodcom 23111217 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, h aving an absorbent or reflecting layer, not otherwise worked, o f a thickness > 3,5 mm
  • Prodcom 23111230 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, c oloured throughout the mass, opacified, flashed or merely surface ground
  • Prodcom 23111290 - Other sheets of float/ground/polished glass, n.e.c.

Country coverage:

  • Italy

Data coverage:

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

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  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
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  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

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 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
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    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 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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