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Costa Rica - Finishing Agents Used In The Paper Industry - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica - 2021

Price for Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average paper industry finishing agents import price amounted to $3,535 per ton, picking up by 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a resilient increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was El Salvador ($5,014 per ton), while the price for Colombia ($1,934 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Colombia (+6.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022

The average paper industry finishing agents export price stood at $1,102 per ton in 2022, reducing by -38.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 30% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $3,701 per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Nicaragua ($2,720 per ton), while the average price for exports to Guatemala ($558 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 Nicaragua (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica

In 2022, paper industry finishing agents imports into Costa Rica dropped dramatically to 459 tons, declining by -25.1% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 25% against the previous year.

In value terms, paper industry finishing agents imports expanded significantly to $1.6M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated buoyant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +10.3% 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 +76.1% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 62% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Import of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	552	548	955	985	21.3%
El Salvador	6.2	6.2	6.4	490	329.1%
Colombia	246	94.5	130	126	-20.0%
China	45.6	44.2	44.6	0.1	-87.0%
Thailand	24.0	23.7	24.4	N/A	0.8%
Brazil	283	164	299	N/A	2.8%
Others	50.4	40.3	35.3	20.4	-26.0%
Total	1,207	921	1,495	1,622	10.4%

Top Suppliers of Paper Industry Finishing Agents to Costa Rica in 2022:

United States (288.3 tons)
El Salvador (97.8 tons)
Colombia (65.0 tons)
China (0.1 tons)

Exports of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica

In 2022, paper industry finishing agents exports from Costa Rica surged to 60 tons, with an increase of 505% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper industry finishing agents exports soared to $66K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Paper Industry Finishing Agents in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Nicaragua	1.6	2.4	3.5	28.6	161.5%
Guatemala	0.1	0.1	0.2	23.7	518.8%
United States	N/A	N/A	N/A	6.5	0%
Honduras	3.9	4.1	4.2	5.9	14.8%
Ecuador	5.8	6.5	7.1	N/A	10.6%
Germany	1.4	1.2	0.9	N/A	-19.8%
Others	1.3	1.6	1.8	1.1	-5.4%
Total	14.2	15.9	17.7	65.8	66.7%

Top Export Markets for Paper Industry Finishing Agents from Costa Rica in 2022:

Guatemala (42.5 tons)
Nicaragua (10.5 tons)
United States (4.0 tons)
Honduras (2.4 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper industry finishing agents 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 20595580 - Finishing agents, etc., used in the paper industry

Country coverage:

Costa Rica

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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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
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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