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Article Publishing Date: Jun 25, 2023

The World's Best Import Markets for Ceramic Tile

The global market for ceramic tiles is a dynamic and lucrative sector, with a myriad of opportunities for both manufacturers and importers. Various countries around the world have carved out a niche for themselves as some of the leading importers of ceramic tiles, contributing significantly to the global trade in this sector.

U.S. Dominates the Global Ceramic Tile Imports

Based on recent IndexBox data, the United States stands out as the leading import market for ceramic tiles. In 2022, the country recorded an impressive import value of $2.22 billion, demonstrating a strong demand for ceramic tiles in the construction and housing market. The U.S. is home to a robust construction industry, with a constant need for high-quality ceramic tiles for various residential and commercial projects. This demand is fueled by the country's economic strength, consumer purchasing power, and the trend towards home renovation and remodeling.

France and Germany: Key European Import Markets

Europe is another major hub for ceramic tile imports, with France and Germany being two of the most prominent import markets in the region. France recorded an import value of $1.29 billion in 2022, while Germany's stood at $1.04 billion. These figures suggest a thriving market for ceramic tiles in these countries, driven by a strong construction sector, high-quality standards, and a preference for ceramic tiles in both residential and commercial properties.

France's import market is primarily fueled by the country's vibrant real estate sector and a penchant for luxury and quality in construction materials. Germany, on the other hand, is known for its meticulous attention to quality and durability, which translates into a high demand for premium ceramic tiles.

The United Kingdom and Israel: Other Notable Import Markets

The United Kingdom also features on the list of the world's best import markets for ceramic tile, with an import value of $1 billion in 2022. The UK market is characterized by a mix of both modern and traditional architecture, with ceramic tiles being a popular choice for a range of applications, from kitchens and bathrooms to commercial spaces.

Israel, while smaller in comparison to the other countries on this list, is a significant import market for ceramic tiles. In 2022, Israel recorded an import value of $775 million. Despite its size, Israel has a thriving construction industry, with a growing demand for high-quality ceramic tiles, especially in its booming tech and startup hubs, where stylish office spaces are in high demand.

Conclusion

The ceramic tile import market is a highly competitive and lucrative sector, with countries such as the United States, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Israel leading the charge. These countries are testament to the global demand for ceramic tiles, driven by factors such as robust construction industries, high-quality standards, and a preference for ceramic tiles in both residential and commercial properties.

These trends and figures highlight the opportunities that lie within the global ceramic tile market, providing valuable insights for manufacturers, exporters, and stakeholders in the ceramic tile industry. The data used in this article was provided by the IndexBox market report.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ceramic tile 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 23311000 -

• Prodcom 23311010 - Unglazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, w ith a surface area < .49 cm.

• Prodcom 23311020 - Glazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, with a surface area < .49 cm.

• Prodcom 23311030 -

• Prodcom 23311050 - Unglazed ceramic and stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, unglazed ceramic and stoneware mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing

• Prodcom 23311053 -

• Prodcom 23311057 -

• Prodcom 23311071 - Glazed ceramic double tiles of the spaltplatten type

• Prodcom 23311073 - Glazed stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.

• Prodcom 23311075 - Glazed earthenware or fine pottery ceramic flags and paving, h earth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.

• Prodcom 23311079 - Glazed ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles excluding double tiles of the spaltplatten type, stoneware, e arthenware or fine pottery flags, paving or tiles with a face of not > .90 cm.

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

Company coverage:

Portobello, Eliane, Itagres, Incepa, Carmelo Fior, Ilva, Ceramica Alberdi, Angelgres Cerâmica, Ceramica Cristofoletti, Pisoforte Revestimentos Cerâmicos, Ceramica Carabobo

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• Discover vital success factors affecting the market

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

2. How to load your idle production capacity

3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets

4. How to increase your profit margins

5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable

6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs

7. How to outsource production to other countries

8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2022
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2022
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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1. United States
2. China
3. Japan
4. Germany
5. United Kingdom
6. France
7. Brazil
8. Italy
9. Russian Federation
10. India
11. Canada
12. Australia
13. Republic of Korea
14. Spain
15. Mexico
16. Indonesia
17. Netherlands
18. Turkey
19. Saudi Arabia
20. Switzerland
21. Sweden
22. Nigeria
23. Poland
24. Belgium
25. Argentina
26. Norway
27. Austria
28. Thailand
29. United Arab Emirates
30. Colombia
31. Denmark
32. South Africa
33. Malaysia
34. Israel
35. Singapore
36. Egypt
37. Philippines
38. Finland
39. Chile
40. Ireland
41. Pakistan
42. Greece
43. Portugal
44. Kazakhstan
45. Algeria
46. Czech Republic
47. Qatar
48. Peru
49. Romania
50. Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2022
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
3. Market Value, 2012–2022
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2022
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
2. Market Value, 2012–2022
3. Consumption, By Country, 2022
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, 2012–2022
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
19. Production, By Country, 2022
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2022
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
32. Export Prices, 2012–2022