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Spain - Iron Or Steel Articulated Link Chain - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Metal Link Chain Price in Spain - 2023

Metal Link Chain Price in Spain (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average metal link chain import price amounted to $5,056 per ton, with an increase of 1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a mild reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 37% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $8,168 per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Slovakia ($14,800 per ton), while the price for India ($2,447 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Link Chain Price in Spain (FOB) - 2022

The average metal link chain export price stood at $6,534 per ton in 2022, waning by -4.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a mild downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 17% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $8,700 per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($9,456 per ton), while the average price for exports to Algeria ($2,481 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Portugal (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Metal Link Chain Imports in Spain

In 2022, the amount of iron or steel articulated link chain imported into Spain skyrocketed to 3.3K tons, jumping by 22% on 2021. Overall, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.2% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +69.1% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 38% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, metal link chain imports skyrocketed to $17M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a moderate expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +60.3% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 29%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Import of Metal Link Chain in Spain (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	5.2	4.1	5.8	8.4	17.3%
Italy	1.3	0.9	1.2	2.1	17.3%
Germany	3.5	2.0	1.9	1.8	-19.9%
France	0.8	0.7	0.9	0.9	4.0%
India	0.1	0.1	0.3	0.7	91.3%
Turkey	0.2	0.1	0.3	0.3	14.5%
Taiwan (Chinese)	N/A	0.1	0.1	0.3	73.2%
Slovakia	2.0	1.0	0.7	N/A	-40.8%
Others	1.7	1.4	2.0	2.1	7.3%
Total	14.8	10.3	13.3	16.6	3.9%

Top Suppliers of Metal Link Chain to Spain in 2022:

Slovakia (undefined tons)
China (2190.5 tons)
India (296.2 tons)
Italy (188.2 tons)
Germany (185.0 tons)
Turkey (116.7 tons)
Taiwan (Chinese) (94.6 tons)
France (48.6 tons)

Metal Link Chain Exports in Spain

For the fourth year in a row, Spain recorded growth in overseas shipments of iron or steel articulated link chain, which increased by 3% to 936 tons in 2022. In general, total exports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +14.5% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +50.1% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 39% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, metal link chain exports fell to $6.1M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a strong increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +11.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +41.9% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 44%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $6.2M, and then dropped in the following year.

Export of Metal Link Chain in Spain (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Portugal	786	1,090	1,551	1,557	25.6%
France	389	416	851	1,116	42.1%
Italy	349	463	769	401	4.7%
Poland	144	149	303	336	32.6%
Morocco	287	213	439	261	-3.1%
Mexico	64.2	59.4	95.8	245	56.3%
Germany	92.6	84.5	114	219	33.2%
Lithuania	41.5	76.2	90.0	204	70.0%
Romania	59.3	88.0	69.0	102	19.8%
Tunisia	29.8	79.0	7.9	94.5	46.9%
Syrian Arab Republic	N/A	N/A	N/A	88.4	0%
Cuba	1,019	13.9	94.1	71.6	-58.7%
Algeria	51.2	42.1	9.5	66.3	9.0%
Others	1,144	1,539	1,821	1,357	5.9%
Total	4,457	4,313	6,215	6,119	11.1%

Top Export Markets for Metal Link Chain from Spain in 2022:

Portugal (218.4 tons)
France (132.6 tons)
Poland (72.8 tons)
Italy (60.9 tons)
Morocco (46.5 tons)
Tunisia (37.3 tons)
Mexico (37.2 tons)
Lithuania (33.2 tons)
Romania (27.5 tons)
Algeria (26.7 tons)
Germany (23.1 tons)
Syrian Arab Republic (21.6 tons)
Cuba (18.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal link chain market in Spain. 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 28152170 - Iron or steel articulated link chain (excluding roller chain)

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Spain

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Spain
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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9. EXPORTS
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1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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
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6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
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8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
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12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
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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