The data reveals significant variances in asbestos consumption by country in 2023. India leads with 328.02 thousand metric tons despite a 2.69% decline. Indonesia and Uzbekistan follow, with modest variations. Notably, China decreased by 21.39%, and Russia by 15.7%, contrasting with growth in Bangladesh (17.06%) and Tajikistan (18.13%). The United States reports minimal use, while Kazakhstan registered negative usage, denoting a withdrawal or potential errors. Over the past five years, countries demonstrated diverse trends, with notable volatility in smaller markets like Turkmenistan (26.62%).
Looking forward, expect policy developments focusing on health and safety, potentially decreasing global asbestos consumption, particularly in industrialized countries. Sustainability and alternative material technologies may also shift usage away from asbestos.
Top countries in Asbestos Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 India | 328,020 | 2023 | +2.67% | -2.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Indonesia | 128,990 | 2023 | +8.18% | +3.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Uzbekistan | 97,740 | 2023 | +2.49% | -0.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 China | 72,370 | 2023 | -38.09% | -21.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Russia | 54,480 | 2023 | -30.21% | -15.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bangladesh | 36,490 | 2023 | +10.59% | +17.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sri Lanka | 35,850 | 2023 | -1.63% | -2.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Vietnam | 30,340 | 2023 | -4.79% | +3.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Tajikistan | 21,180 | 2023 | +11.39% | +18.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Turkmenistan | 20,710 | 2023 | +13.76% | +26.62% | View data |
