Anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids market in Bulgaria

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for anti-freezing preparations in Bulgaria fluctuated between 11 800 and 13 800 t from 2018 to 2024. The peak occurred in 2020 at 13 822 t, while the lowest point was in 2023 at 11 816 t. Throughout this period, increasing consumer awareness regarding different antifreeze types, proper mixing ratios, and the risks of using counterfeit products shaped purchasing behavior and emphasized product quality.

In value terms, the market reached its highest point in 2021-2022 at over 16 million USD, despite a drop in physical volume in 2021, indicating a shift toward higher-value products aligned with industry emphasis on quality and correct maintenance. The new EU Regulation on fluorinated greenhouse gases, which came into force in 2024, directly affected businesses in the sector, introducing fresh compliance requirements.

Production anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids in Bulgaria

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In Bulgaria, the output value of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids reached 8 896 thousand US dollars in 2020, marking a significant increase of 14.4% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 23.7%, with an average annual growth rate of 7.4%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 5.7%, while the largest increase was recorded in 2018, at 14.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Bulgaria in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Production of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids in Bulgaria has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, Bulgaria produced 10 004 tonnes, which is 26.0% higher than in 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, production rose by 41.2%, corresponding to an annualized growth rate of 12.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Bulgaria in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids from Bulgaria

Exports in kind, t

The market showed an unstable trend over the period. Export volumes reached their lowest point in 2018 at 707 tonnes and peaked in 2020 at 1 490 tonnes, representing a 2.1-fold difference. In 2020, Bulgaria exported 1 490 tonnes of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids, a 13.7% increase from the previous year. The largest decline was recorded in 2018 at 14.5%, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 85.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Bulgaria in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Romania, Ukraine, and Greece were the main destinations for Bulgaria's exports of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids in kind. Romania accounted for 31.1% of exports, Ukraine for 19.0%, and Greece for 12.4%, together making up 62.5% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Bulgaria in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Exports of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids from Bulgaria have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, Bulgaria exported 1 539 thousand US dollars worth of these products, an 18.7% rise compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports grew by 64.8%, with an average annual growth rate of 18.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Bulgaria in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Romania, Ukraine, and Greece were the principal destinations for Bulgaria's exports in value terms. Romania represented 25.9% of exports, Ukraine 23.5%, and Greece 15.8%, collectively accounting for 65.1% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Bulgaria in value, 2017-2020

Imports anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids to Bulgaria

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year increase, imports of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids into Bulgaria declined. In 2020, imports were recorded at 5 308 tonnes, a moderate decrease of 4.9% from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports rose by 35%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 10.5%. The highest import volume was in 2019 at 5 581 tonnes, and the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 33.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Bulgaria in kind, 2017-2020, t

Throughout 2017 to 2020, Belgium, Germany, and Czechia were the leading sources for Bulgaria's imports of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids in kind. Belgium accounted for 19.8% of imports, Germany for 18.4%, and Czechia for 13.4%, together comprising 51.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Bulgaria in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Imports of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids into Bulgaria have declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, import value stood at 5 846 thousand US dollars, which is 12.4% lower than in the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 13.1%, corresponding to an annualized decline of 4.6%. The highest import value was recorded in 2018 at 7 459 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 10.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Bulgaria in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Belgium, Germany, and Italy were the main sources for Bulgaria's imports of anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids in value terms. Belgium represented 25.9% of imports, Germany 21.4%, and Italy 8.5%, together absorbing 55.8% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Bulgaria in value, 2017-2020