Jan 26, 2025
Contents:
- Price Forecast for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium till 2025
- Price for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium (CIF) - 2023
- Price for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium (FOB) - 2023
- Imports of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium
- Exports of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium
Price Forecast for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium till 2025
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Price for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium (CIF) - 2023
In 2023, the average import price for household and sanitary articles of paper amounted to $3,126 per ton, surging by 16% against the previous year. Over the period from 2013 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2023 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 Thailand ($6,164 per ton), while the price for France ($2,736 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Price for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium (FOB) - 2023
The average export price for household and sanitary articles of paper stood at $3,179 per ton in 2023, surging by 15% against the previous year. Over the period from 2013 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($4,587 per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($2,755 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Democratic Republic of the Congo (+5.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium
In 2023, the amount of household and sanitary articles of paper imported into Belgium dropped to 168K tons, which is down by -3% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, imports saw a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 with an increase of 1.6%.
In value terms, imports of household and sanitary articles of paper expanded sharply to $525M in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2020 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | CAGR, 2020-2023 |
| Netherlands | 95.0 | 108 | 125 | 162 | 19.5% |
| Germany | 130 | 125 | 149 | 155 | 6.0% |
| France | 107 | 92.7 | 96.0 | 113 | 1.8% |
| Italy | 15.2 | 19.1 | 27.7 | 21.5 | 12.3% |
| Thailand | 15.9 | 17.3 | 14.1 | 19.3 | 6.7% |
| Poland | 7.4 | 8.7 | 10.6 | 11.7 | 16.5% |
| China | 54.8 | 13.0 | 7.3 | 7.3 | -48.9% |
| Spain | 5.8 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 6.3 | 2.8% |
| Others | 32.4 | 25.3 | 28.6 | 28.2 | -4.5% |
| Total | 464 | 416 | 465 | 525 | 4.2% |
Top Suppliers of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper to Belgium in 2023:
- Germany (55.1K tons)
- Netherlands (48.2K tons)
- France (41.3K tons)
- Italy (7.2K tons)
- Thailand (3.1K tons)
- Poland (2.9K tons)
- Spain (2.1K tons)
- China (1.4K tons)
Exports of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium
In 2023, exports of household and sanitary articles of paper from Belgium contracted to 133K tons, reducing by -3.2% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when exports increased by 11% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 138K tons, and then dropped modestly in the following year.
In value terms, exports of household and sanitary articles of paper rose significantly to $424M in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +8.6% over the period from 2020 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 with an increase of 14%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
| Export of Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper in Belgium (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | CAGR, 2020-2023 |
| Netherlands | 103 | 107 | 135 | 143 | 11.6% |
| France | 80.1 | 76.3 | 91.1 | 110 | 11.2% |
| Germany | 42.6 | 49.1 | 45.0 | 50.9 | 6.1% |
| United Kingdom | 31.4 | 27.4 | 33.2 | 32.7 | 1.4% |
| Luxembourg | 21.8 | 18.0 | 20.5 | 21.0 | -1.2% |
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | 5.6 | 8.6 | 8.8 | 14.6 | 37.6% |
| Thailand | 11.9 | 12.4 | 13.7 | 13.6 | 4.6% |
| Others | 34.3 | 35.2 | 34.4 | 38.8 | 4.2% |
| Total | 331 | 334 | 381 | 424 | 8.6% |
Top Export Markets for Household and Sanitary Articles of Paper from Belgium in 2023:
- Netherlands (51.8K tons)
- France (34.6K tons)
- Germany (17.9K tons)
- United Kingdom (8.3K tons)
- Luxembourg (4.8K tons)
- Democratic Republic of the Congo (3.5K tons)
- Thailand (3.0K tons)
Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for household and sanitary articles of paper in Belgium. 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 17221120 - Toilet paper
- Prodcom 17221140 - Handkerchiefs and cleansing or facial tissues of paper pulp, p aper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
- Prodcom 17221160 - Hand towels of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
- Prodcom 17221180 - Tablecloths and serviettes of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
- Prodcom 17221220 - Sanitary towels, tampons and similar articles of paper pulp, p aper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
- Prodcom 17221230 - Napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of excluding toilet paper, sanitary towels, tampons and similar articles
- Prodcom 17221250 - Articles of apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, p aper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres (excluding handkerchiefs, headgear)
- Prodcom 17221290 - Household, sanitary or hospital articles of paper, etc., n.e.c.
Country coverage:
- Belgium
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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