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Costa Rica: Worked Slate Market 2024

Worked Slate Market Size in Costa Rica

The Costa Rican worked slate market reduced dramatically to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption recorded a abrupt decrease. Worked slate consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Worked Slate Exports

Exports from Costa Rica

In 2022, overseas shipments of worked slate decreased by X% to X kg for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, worked slate exports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Guatemala (X kg) was the main destination for worked slate exports from Costa Rica, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, worked slate exports to Guatemala exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Nicaragua (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Guatemala amounted to X%.

In value terms, Guatemala ($X) remains the key foreign market for worked slate exports from Costa Rica, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Nicaragua ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Guatemala stood at X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average worked slate export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Guatemala ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Guatemala (X%).

Worked Slate Imports

Imports into Costa Rica

In 2022, approx. X tons of worked slate were imported into Costa Rica; falling by X% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, worked slate imports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a noticeable contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of worked slate to Costa Rica, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, worked slate imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (X% per year) and Indonesia (X% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of worked slate to Costa Rica, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (X% per year) and Indonesia (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average worked slate import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced in the following year.

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 China ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for worked slate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of worked slate consumption was China, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, worked slate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India, with an 8.5% share.

What are the largest producers of worked slate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of worked slate production was China, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, worked slate production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by India, with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of worked slate to Costa Rica?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of worked slate to Costa Rica, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India, with a 6.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of worked slate from Costa Rica?

In value terms, Guatemala remains the key foreign market for worked slate exports from Costa Rica, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Nicaragua $161), with a 7.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for worked slate in Costa Rica?

The average worked slate export price stood at $3,586 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 53% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for worked slate in Costa Rica?

In 2022, the average worked slate import price amounted to $1,240 per ton, with a decrease of -9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the worked slate 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 23701280 - Worked slate and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate

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
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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
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