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World - Talc And Steatite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Article Publishing Date: Jul 18, 2018

Global Talc Market - China, Brazil, the U.S. and India Remain the Major Consumers

IndexBox has just published a new report "World: Talc And Steatite - Market Report. Analysis And Forecast To 2025". Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

Talc and Steatite Consumption Was Increasing for Two Years in a Row

In 2016, the global talc and steatite market totalled X tons, growing over the last two years. Previously, the market volume markedly fluctuated in certain years, but as a result, the total market volume exceeded the initial level only by X%. According to IndexBox estimates, the market stood at $X in wholesale prices in 2016, contracting mildly from the highest point of 2013. Prior to this, the market has grown significantly over three years after a slight contraction in 2009-2010 under the influence of changes in world prices for talc.

China, Brazil, the U.S. and India Were the Major Consumers of Talc and Steatite

The countries with the highest consumption were China (X% of total consmption), Brazil (X%), the U.S. (X%), India (X%), Germany (X%), Japan (X%), France, Russia, Mexico, Canada, Korea and Thailand (X%, each), with the remaining consuming leaders together comprising near X% of global consumption.

The highest annual growth rates of talc and steatite consumption from 2007 to 2016 were recorded in Brazil, with +X% growth. Consequently, Brazil strengthened its share in terms of the global consumption from X% in 2007 to X% in 2016. China, given the CAGR of consumption at +X% per year, also improved its positions in the market structure by +X percentage points. By contrast, the shares of Finland (-X percentage points) and India (-X percentage points) declined over the period under review.

Amongst the leading consuming countries, high levels of per capita consumption were recorded in Brazil (X kg/year in 2016), Canada (X kg/year), and Germany (X kg/year), which were significantly higher than the world average of X kg/year. In Brazil and Canada, per capita consumption grew rapidly, while in Germany it reduced from 2007-2016.

A Modest Growth Is Expected with regard to Talc and Steatite Consumption, Driven by Construction and Manufacturing Growth in Developing Countries

Manufacturing sectors that consume talc include motor vehicles, paints and coatings, adhesives, plastics, rubber; construction materials manufacturing also constitutes a major talc-consuming industry. Therefore, the expansion of the construction sector, along with the growth of the automotive industry in the U.S. and the rapidly developing countries of Asia, are the key factors affecting the world market of talc and steatite. In addition, Asia is expected to remain the fastest-growing region in the global market of talc and steatite, due to the active processes of urbanisation, including demand for construction sector and construction materials, and an increase in the population's standard of living. The U.S. is also an important market, with a steady expansion in construction, combined with the stable levels of employment and the rising industrial manufacturing, which leads to an increasing demand for talc and related products.

In general, the current upward trend of the global talc and steatite market is expected to continue with a growth of +X% annually, which is anticipated to drive the market volume to X tons by 2025.

China Remained the Largest Producer of Talc and Steatite

Production of talc and steatite reached the highest level of X tons in 2016, experiencing some notable fluctuations over the analysed period.

China was the key world talc and steatite producing country with an output of about X tons in 2016, which accounted for X% of total global output. The other major producers were Brazil (X%), India (X%), the U.S. (X%), France (X%), Finland (X%), Italy, Russia, Canada, and Austria (X%, each).

In Brazil and Canada, production levels increased by +X% and by +X% annually from 2007 to 2016. Most of the other major producing countries showed more modest or negative paces of growth.

Approx. X% of Total Production Was Dedicated to Exports

Talc and steatite is a widely traded commodity, with the share of exports in total global output being about X% over the period under review. High trade intensity is determined mainly by the substantial distances between the main countries of talc and steatite manufacturing and key consuming countries. Talc and steatite will continue to be highly traded, fueled by increasing consumption, growth of construction industry, trade liberalisation policies, intense global and regional integration.

China Remains the Major Global Exporter of Talc and Steatite

In 2016, the volume of global exports totalled X tons in 2016, with a mixed trend pattern over the last few years. A pronounced growth of 2016 by X%, was followed by somewhat noticeable fluctuations over the previous four years.

China (X% of total exports) was the main global supplier of talc and steatite. France took the second position in the ranking with X%, followed by Afghanistan (X%), Finland (X%), Pakistan (X%), the U.S. (X%) and India (X%). While most of the talk imported by the U.S. and other countries comes from Pakistan, a large portion of these shipments is made of talc mined in Afghanistan.

The remaining global exporters held X% of total exports. From 2007 to 2016, Pakistan (+X% per year) and Afghanistan (+X% per year) were the fastest growing suppliers among the major exporters. However, since shipments from Afghanistan are not reflected in the official statistics of this country, they are estimated using mirror data from Pakistan. Presumably, these volumes are then re-exported from Pakistan, possibly, partially or completely processed. This explains very similar growth rate in shipments from these two countries.

Despite being one of the largest global producers of talc and steatite, Brazil did not export much of their production, meaning that it was consumed domestically. Afghanistan (+X percentage points), Pakistan (+X percentage points) and India (+X percentage points) increased their shares in total export structure, while China saw its share reduced from X% in 2007 to X% in 2016.

The U.S., Germany and Pakistan Held X% of Global Talc and Steatite Imports

The volume of global imports totalled X tons or $X in 2016. Imports trend pattern generally mirrored that of exports: these trade flows globally complement each other.

In 2016, the U.S. (X% of total imports), Germany (X%), Pakistan (X%), Japan (X%) and the Netherlands (X%), Belgium (X%) and Korea (X%) constituted the leading destinations of talc and steatite imports, with the other leading importers together comprising X% of global imports. Amongst the major importing countries Pakistan (+X% per year) gained the highest annual growth rates from 2007 to 2016. The growth in imports into Pakistan could be explained by growth in shipments from neighbouring Afghanistan, which are then re-exported to other countries.

While the share of Pakistan (+X percentage points) and the U.S. (+X percentage points) increased from 2007 to 2016, the share of Germany (-X percentage points), Belgium (-X percentage points) and Japan (-X percentage points) illustrated a slight contraction. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analysed period.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global talc and steatite 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:

    Country coverage:

    Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

    + 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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    This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
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    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

    5. 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
      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

    7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • 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

    12. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2023
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      3. Market Value, 2012–2023
      4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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