World - Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Clay Market Size
The global clay market rose slightly to $X in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2021 indices. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Clay Production
In value terms, clay production totaled $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Clay Exports
Exports
In 2023, global clay exports fell to X tons, waning by X% compared with 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, clay exports contracted to $X in 2023. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2022, and then fell in the following year.
Exports by Country
The biggest shipments were from India (X tons), the United States (X tons), Germany (X tons), China (X tons) and Turkey (X tons), together accounting for X% of total export. It was distantly followed by the UK (X tons), generating a X% share of total exports. Belgium (X tons), Brazil (X tons), Spain (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Ukraine (X tons), Portugal (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the United States ($X), China ($X) and the UK ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, with a combined X% share of global exports. Germany, Turkey, India, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Ukraine and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Turkey, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average clay export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Clay Imports
Imports
In 2023, the amount of clays imported worldwide reduced to X tons, falling by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a mild decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, clay imports declined to $X in 2023. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2022, and then contracted in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Italy (X tons), distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), Canada (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the key importers of clays, together constituting X% of total imports. The Netherlands (X tons), China (X tons), Spain (X tons), Poland (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), France (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Russia (X tons) held a minor share of total imports.
Italy experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of clays. At the same time, China (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Canada, Poland, France, the Netherlands and Taiwan (Chinese) experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Mexico (X%), Belgium (X%), Spain (X%), Germany (X%), Japan (X%) and Russia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Italy (X p.p.) and China (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global imports, while Japan and Russia saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Italy ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, with a combined X% share of global imports. Japan, Belgium, the Netherlands, Canada, Poland, Spain, France, Mexico, Taiwan (Chinese) and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Poland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The average clay import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when the average import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global clay market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 08122140 - Kaolin
- Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)
- Prodcom 08122210 - Bentonite
- Prodcom 08122230 - Fireclay
- Prodcom 08122250 - Common clays and shales for construction use (excluding bentonite, fireclay, expanded clays, kaolin and kaolinic clays), a ndalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, mullite, chamotte or dinas earths
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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