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Costa Rica - Natural Bitumen and Asphalt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Costa Rica: Market for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt 2024

Market Size for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Costa Rica

The Costa Rican natural bitumen and asphalt market soared to $X in 2022, increasing by 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 notable growth. Natural bitumen and asphalt consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Exports from Costa Rica

Natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Costa Rica soared to X tons in 2022, jumping by X% against 2021. In general, exports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a measured increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Panama (X tons) was the main destination for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Costa Rica, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, natural bitumen and asphalt exports to Panama exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X tons), sevenfold. Honduras (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Panama stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (X% per year) and Honduras (X% per year).

In value terms, Panama ($X) remains the key foreign market for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Costa Rica, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by El Salvador ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Honduras, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Panama totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: El Salvador (X% per year) and Honduras (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average natural bitumen and asphalt export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was El Salvador ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X 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 Honduras (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Imports into Costa Rica

In 2022, the amount of natural bitumen and asphalt imported into Costa Rica soared to X tons, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, imports saw a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports rose rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main supplier of natural bitumen and asphalt to Costa Rica, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States stood at X%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of natural bitumen and asphalt to Costa Rica.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural bitumen and asphalt import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price faced a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

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

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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 Costa Rica?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of natural bitumen and asphalt to Costa Rica.

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

In value terms, Panama remains the key foreign market for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from Costa Rica, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by El Salvador, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Honduras, with a 9.8% share.

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

The average natural bitumen and asphalt export price stood at $216 per ton in 2022, falling by -8.6% against the previous year.

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

The average natural bitumen and asphalt import price stood at $210 per ton in 2022, declining by -8.9% against the previous year.

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

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
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