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View PricingChalk Price in France Grows Modestly to $109 per Ton
France Chalk Export Price in September 2022
In September 2022, the chalk price stood at $109 per ton (FOB, France), surging by 5.7% against the previous month. Over the last eight months, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in June 2022 an increase of 18% m-o-m. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $119 per ton. From July 2022 to September 2022, the the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In September 2022, the country with the highest price was Poland ($238 per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($57.0 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Luxembourg (+5.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
France Chalk Exports
In September 2022, overseas shipments of chalks were finally on the rise to reach 24K tons for the first time since June 2022, thus ending a two-month declining trend. In general, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in May 2022 with an increase of 30% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at 28K tons in June 2022; however, from July 2022 to September 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, chalk exports expanded rapidly to $2.6M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. The total export value increased at an average monthly rate of +1.5% over the period from January 2022 to September 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain months. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in June 2022 with an increase of 19% month-to-month. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $3.3M. From July 2022 to September 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
France Chalk Exports by Country
Germany (9K tons), Belgium (6.8K tons) and Luxembourg (2.5K tons) were the main destinations of chalk exports from France, with a combined 77% share of total exports.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Luxembourg (with a CAGR of +7.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Belgium ($963K), Germany ($734K) and Luxembourg ($293K) constituted the largest markets for chalk exported from France worldwide, together comprising 77% of total exports.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Luxembourg, with a CAGR of +13.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Factors Affecting Chalk Prices
Chalk is a type of sedimentary rock that is mostly composed of calcium carbonate. The main source of chalk in France is the Picardy region in the north of the country.
There are several factors that affect the price of chalk. The first is the location of the quarry. Chalk from quarries in France tends to be more expensive than chalk from other countries because of the higher transportation costs. The second factor is the quality of the product. Higher quality chalk is typically more expensive than lower quality products. Finally, the amount of competition in the market can impact prices. When there are fewer suppliers, prices tend to be higher.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chalk market in France. 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 08113010 - Chalk
Country coverage:
- France
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in France
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
