Germany - Slag Wool, Rock Wool And Similar Mineral Wools And Mixtures - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Mineral Wool Price in Germany - 2023

Contents:

  1. Mineral Wool Price in Germany (FOB) - 2023
  2. Mineral Wool Price in Germany (CIF) - 2023
  3. Mineral Wool Exports in Germany
  4. Mineral Wool Imports in Germany

Mineral Wool Price in Germany (FOB) - 2023

The average mineral wool export price stood at $1,625 per ton in August 2023, reducing by -3.4% against the previous month. Over the period from August 2022 to August 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.8%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in January 2023 when the average export price increased by 23% month-to-month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $1,823 per ton. From February 2023 to August 2023, the the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Slovenia ($3,193 per ton), while the average price for exports to Austria ($1,150 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Slovenia (+11.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mineral Wool Price in Germany (CIF) - 2023

In August 2023, the average mineral wool import price amounted to $2,462 per ton, picking up by 2.4% against the previous month. In general, import price indicated a tangible expansion from August 2022 to August 2023: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +3.5% over the last twelve-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on August 2023 figures, mineral wool import price decreased by -21.6% against April 2023 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2023 an increase of 98% month-to-month. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $3,139 per ton. From May 2023 to August 2023, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Poland ($3,136 per ton), while the price for Slovakia ($1,156 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+6.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mineral Wool Exports in Germany

Mineral wool exports from Germany shrank slightly to 229K tons in 2022, with a decrease of -4% on 2021. Overall, total exports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.3% 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 +37.2% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 43%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 238K tons, and then fell modestly in the following year.

In value terms, mineral wool exports declined to $273M in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a strong expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +11.4% 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 +38.3% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $281M, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

Export of Mineral Wool in Germany (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Austria44.639.154.460.210.5%
Switzerland25.728.439.041.016.8%
France11.318.825.228.536.1%
Italy9.98.613.322.130.7%
Netherlands13.016.121.917.19.6%
Slovenia6.02.09.513.330.4%
Poland9.811.717.010.62.7%
Czech Republic7.77.911.57.70.0%
Luxembourg6.15.85.76.41.6%
Australia3.02.95.75.723.9%
United Kingdom5.74.86.34.8-5.6%
Hungary1.51.85.44.240.9%
Brazil4.63.73.91.8-26.9%
Others48.545.962.849.70.8%
Total19719828127311.5%

Top Export Markets for Mineral Wool from Germany in 2022:

  1. Austria (62.3K tons)
  2. Switzerland (31.5K tons)
  3. France (28.8K tons)
  4. Italy (19.9K tons)
  5. Slovenia (15.2K tons)
  6. Netherlands (11.7K tons)
  7. Poland (7.8K tons)
  8. Czech Republic (6.2K tons)
  9. Luxembourg (5.9K tons)
  10. Hungary (5.1K tons)
  11. Australia (3.8K tons)
  12. United Kingdom (3.5K tons)
  13. Brazil (0.9K tons)

Mineral Wool Imports in Germany

In 2022, mineral wool imports into Germany contracted to 159K tons, waning by -12.2% on 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 181K tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, mineral wool imports rose remarkably to $265M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 25%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Import of Mineral Wool in Germany (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Poland61.972.282.310017.3%
Netherlands46.245.752.462.810.8%
France7.512.530.023.145.5%
Slovenia20.219.020.019.0-2.0%
Czech Republic9.211.516.216.922.5%
United Kingdom18.412.715.711.6-14.3%
Austria5.85.96.27.810.4%
Slovakia6.55.85.64.9-9.0%
Croatia3.43.55.14.711.4%
Denmark3.92.12.23.3-5.4%
Others21.17.813.511.0-19.5%
Total2041992492659.1%

Top Suppliers of Mineral Wool to Germany in 2022:

  1. Poland (50.1K tons)
  2. Netherlands (34.2K tons)
  3. France (28.9K tons)
  4. Slovenia (19.1K tons)
  5. Czech Republic (7.9K tons)
  6. Slovakia (4.9K tons)
  7. Austria (3.7K tons)
  8. Denmark (2.7K tons)
  9. Croatia (2.6K tons)
  10. United Kingdom (2.0K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mineral wool market in Germany. 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 23991910 - Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools and mixtures thereof, in bulk, sheets or rolls

Country coverage:

  • Germany

Data coverage:

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

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  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
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    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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  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
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    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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