Belgium's Bentonite Industry Sees Resurgence in 2024
Belgium's bentonite industry experienced significant changes in 2024. Exports to France, the Netherlands, and Germany accounted for a substantial share of total exports. Meanwhile, domestic consumption peaked and imports surged after a two-year decline.
Belgium's bentonite exports found their largest market in Germany in 2024. This followed a three-year declining trend, with exports increasing by X% to X tons. The Netherlands was the top supplier to Belgium, making up X% of total imports.
The Belgian bentonite market grew to $X in 2024, a X% increase from the previous year. This growth was driven by a peak in domestic consumption and a rise in imports, which reached X tons. The average import price decreased by X% to $X per ton.
Looking at the world market, the average bentonite import price in Belgium showed a X% decrease to $X per ton in 2024. The most notable price increase was seen for imports from India, rising by X% from 2012 to 2024.
Belgium's bentonite industry demonstrated resilience in 2024, with exports rebounding and the domestic market growing. Key trade partners included Germany and the Netherlands. Despite a decrease in average import prices, the market remained dynamic, with notable price changes in global imports.
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