Non-refractory mortars and concretes market in Hungary

Earlier Report Observations

The Hungarian market for non-refractory mortars and concretes saw considerable volume shifts from 2018 to 2024. Consumption rose to 13.1 thousand tonnes in 2019, then fell sharply to 10.6 thousand tonnes in 2020. A moderate recovery over the next two years was followed by renewed declines, with the market volume settling at 10.1 thousand tonnes in 2024.

In monetary terms, the market value followed a similar pattern, though increasing prices led to a higher total value of $534.9 million in 2024 compared to $408.3 million in 2018, even as physical volumes contracted.

The regulatory landscape evolved in 2025. Consumer-protection inspections found that one in three dry-mix mortar, plaster, and sealant products violated CE marking or performance declaration rules, prompting stricter market surveillance. A new government decree defined 'strategically important building materials,' introducing fresh classification rules that affect market access and labeling. Simultaneously, amended fire-protection technical guidelines added specific safety provisions for electric-vehicle battery installations, which indirectly influence the composition and labeling requirements for non-refractory mortars used in related structures.

Production non-refractory mortars and concretes in Hungary

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In 2021, Hungary's output of non-refractory mortars and concretes was valued at 465.2 million US dollars, marking a 14.2% increase from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, production grew by 14.6%, which translates to an annualized rate of 4.6%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 469.2 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2020 with a drop of 13.2%. The most significant increase was seen in 2019, rising by 15.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Hungary in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, K t

In 2021, Hungary produced 11 179 thousand tonnes of non-refractory mortars and concretes, representing a 4.6% increase from 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 4.8%, equating to an annualized decline of 1.6%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2020 at 10 684 thousand tonnes, while the peak was in 2019 at 13 168 thousand tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2020 with an 18.9% drop, and the most substantial increase was in 2019, rising by 12.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Hungary in kind, 2018-2021, K t

Exports non-refractory mortars and concretes from Hungary

Exports in kind, t

Following two years of growth, Hungary's exports of non-refractory mortars and concretes declined. In 2021, exports stood at 68 192 tonnes, a 28.2% decrease compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, exports increased by 32%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2020 at 95 026 tonnes, and the largest increase occurred in 2019, rising by 44.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Hungary in kind, 2018-2021, t

Between 2018 and 2021, Slovakia accounted for 73.8% of Hungary's total exports in kind, with the remaining volume distributed among numerous countries, each holding smaller individual shares.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Hungary in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

After two consecutive years of growth, Hungary's export value of non-refractory mortars and concretes fell. In 2021, exports amounted to 8 893 thousand US dollars, an 18.1% decrease from 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports increased by 34.4%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. The peak value was recorded in 2020 at 10 857 thousand US dollars, and the largest increase occurred in 2020, rising by 33.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Hungary in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Slovakia (40.1% of exports in value terms), Poland (15.5%), and Romania (8.3%) formed the core group of markets for Hungary's exports, together representing 63.8% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Hungary in value, 2018-2021

Imports non-refractory mortars and concretes to Hungary

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Hungary's imports of non-refractory mortars and concretes totaled 37 055 tonnes, reflecting a significant decrease of 12.1% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports declined by 4.1%, equating to an annualized rate of -1.4%. The lowest import volume was in 2019 at 35 506 tonnes, while the highest was in 2020 at 42 167 tonnes. The largest increase occurred in 2020, rising by 18.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Hungary in kind, 2018-2021, t

Over the 2018-2021 period, Poland (21.6% of imports in kind), Romania (16.1%), and Austria (14.8%) were the leading sources in Hungary's import structure, together accounting for 52.5% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Hungary in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Hungary's import value of non-refractory mortars and concretes increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 9 417 thousand US dollars, showing a moderate uptick of 7.4% compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 5.3%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 8 046 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline occurring that year at 10.0%. The most significant increase was in 2020, rising by 9.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Hungary in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Poland (28.7% of imports in value terms), Italy (15.2%), and Romania (12.8%) were the largest suppliers of non-refractory mortars and concretes to Hungary, together constituting 56.7% of total imports in value terms.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Hungary in value, 2018-2021