Industry Economics & Competitiveness

Cost of Process Water - France

Process Water costs are part of the Industry Economics & Competitiveness in France report | Updated on June 4th, 2026

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Process Water Price Chart

Process Water Cost in France

The chart above illustrates Process Water cost assessments, in US Dollar Cent per cubic meter (USD cent/m3), from May 2022 through May 2023, as described below:

  • cash cost, off-site: Process Water, France, cash cost, formula, off-site (large supplier)
  • contract price, exw: Process Water, France, contract price, exw, formula
  • cash cost, on-site: Process Water, France, cash cost, formula, on-site (typical consumer facility)

In May 2023, the off-site cash cost for Process Water in France reached 32.20000076293945 USD cent per cubic meter, representing a 3% decrease compared to April 2023. Throughout the 12-month period, the cost of Process Water in France declined by 7% overall. Process Water in France was priced at 49.70000076293945 USD cent per cubic meter for ex-works contract agreements in May 2023, marking a 12% decline from the previous month. Over the past year, Process Water contract prices in France have fallen by 29% cumulatively. The on-site cash cost for Process Water in France stood at 57.70000076293945 USD cent per cubic meter in May 2023, down 11% from April 2023. Over the preceding 12 months, Process Water on-site costs in France experienced a cumulative decrease of 27%.

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About Process Water

Process water serves as a utility tailored to specific industrial needs, such as in chemical processes, cooling, or as a transport medium for materials. Its quality is controlled to meet the exact requirements of each application, ensuring efficient and safe operation.