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Marble and Travertine Price in Costa Rica - 2022

Marble and Travertine Price in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022

The average marble and travertine import price stood at $81 per ton in 2021, which is down by -19.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price faced a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 36% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $379 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Guatemala ($565 per ton), while the price for Spain ($158 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+17.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Marble and Travertine Price in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022

In 2021, the average marble and travertine export price amounted to $73 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 16% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $282 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Honduras ($513 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua totaled $38 per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Nicaragua (-20.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Marble and Travertine Imports in Costa Rica

In 2022, imports of marble and travertine into Costa Rica contracted rapidly to 2K tons, with a decrease of -22.9% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a slight contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 2.5K tons, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

In value terms, marble and travertine imports fell sharply to $133K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 4.6%.

Import of Marble and Travertine in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	CAGR, 2019-2021
Nicaragua	32.9	11.0	40.9	11.5%
Guatemala	127	85.6	25.8	-54.9%
India	N/A	N/A	25.3	0%
Spain	56.1	81.9	18.7	-42.3%
Mexico	N/A	N/A	5.1	0%
United States	N/A	18.1	0.4	-97.8%
Others	N/A	N/A	89.5	0%
Total	216	197	206	-2.3%

Top Suppliers of Marble and Travertine to Costa Rica in 2022:

Nicaragua (229.4 tons)
Spain (118.4 tons)
India (47.0 tons)
Guatemala (45.7 tons)
Mexico (11.4 tons)
United States (1.6 tons)

Marble and Travertine Exports in Costa Rica

For the fourth year in a row, Costa Rica recorded growth in overseas shipments of marble and travertine, which increased by 13% to 774 tons in 2022. In general, exports posted a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 657%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, marble and travertine exports skyrocketed to $109K in 2022. Overall, exports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 686% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Export of Marble and Travertine in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	CAGR, 2019-2021
Honduras	N/A	N/A	49.9	0%
Nicaragua	0.1	26.8	0.3	73.2%
United States	3.2	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	0.1	N/A	0.1	0.0%
Total	3.4	26.8	50.3	284.6%

Top Export Markets for Marble and Travertine from Costa Rica in 2022:

Honduras (97.3 tons)
Nicaragua (9.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the marble and travertine market in Costa Rica. 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 08111133 - Marble and travertine, crude or roughly trimmed
Prodcom 08111136 - Marble and travertine merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs
Prodcom 08111150 - Ecaussine and other calcareous monumental or building stone of an apparent specific gravity . 2,5

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Costa Rica

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Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Costa Rica
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
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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