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Croatia: Market for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt 2024

Market Size for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Croatia

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in the Croatian natural bitumen and asphalt market, when its value increased by X% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Croatia

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt production reduced slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Exports from Croatia

In 2022, shipments abroad of natural bitumen and asphalt decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Slovenia (X tons) was the main destination for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Croatia, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

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

In value terms, Slovenia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Croatia.

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

Export Prices by Country

The average natural bitumen and asphalt export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Slovenia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Slovenia amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Imports into Croatia

In 2022, imports of natural bitumen and asphalt into Croatia skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by X% compared with 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest natural bitumen and asphalt supplier to Croatia, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, natural bitumen and asphalt imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Italy (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Italy (X% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X), Austria ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest natural bitumen and asphalt suppliers to Croatia, together comprising X% of total imports.

Austria, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average natural bitumen and asphalt import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw modest growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural bitumen and asphalt in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Venezuela, Canada and Kazakhstan, with a combined 86% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of natural bitumen and asphalt in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Venezuela, Canada and Kazakhstan, together accounting for 85% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of natural bitumen and asphalt to Croatia?

In value terms, the largest natural bitumen and asphalt suppliers to Croatia were the United States, Austria and the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 90% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of natural bitumen and asphalt from Croatia?

In value terms, Slovenia remains the key foreign market for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Croatia.

What is the average export price for natural bitumen and asphalt in Croatia?

In 2022, the average natural bitumen and asphalt export price amounted to $73 per ton, increasing by 24% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural bitumen and asphalt in Croatia?

In 2022, the average natural bitumen and asphalt import price amounted to $1,539 per ton, rising by 34% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural bitumen and asphalt in Croatia. 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 08991000 - Natural bitumen and natural asphalt, asphaltites and asphaltic rocks

Country coverage:

Croatia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Croatia
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
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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