U.S. - Expanded Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Expanded Clays Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Expanded Clays Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022
  2. Expanded Clays Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  3. Expanded Clays Exports in the United States
  4. Expanded Clays Imports in the United States

Expanded Clays Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $1,310 per ton, picking up by 29% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($6,315 per ton), while the average price for exports to Sweden ($573 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+12.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Expanded Clays Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

The average expanded clays import price stood at $985 per ton in 2022, surging by 13% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 28%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $1,602 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($11,770 per ton), while the price for Uganda ($433 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+28.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Expanded Clays Exports in the United States

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -23.3% to 44K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a mild descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 17% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 58K tons, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, expanded clays exports dropped to $58M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, 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 12% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $59M, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Export of Expanded Clays in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada22.324.130.528.18.0%
China4.15.65.43.9-1.7%
Mexico2.23.73.53.112.1%
United Kingdom1.30.81.51.54.9%
Germany2.11.30.71.3-14.8%
Sweden1.71.61.20.8-22.2%
Others17.415.416.219.74.2%
Total51.052.659.058.34.6%

Top Export Markets for Expanded Clays from the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (32.3K tons)
  2. Germany (1.5K tons)
  3. Sweden (1.3K tons)
  4. Mexico (1.2K tons)
  5. United Kingdom (1.0K tons)
  6. China (0.8K tons)

Expanded Clays Imports in the United States

In 2022, the amount of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag imported into the United States soared to 38K tons, rising by 15% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +18.4% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +65.8% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 48%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, expanded clays imports surged to $37M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a significant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +20.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +75.5% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Expanded Clays in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Mexico5.78.112.116.241.6%
United Kingdom6.15.57.09.515.9%
China2.94.22.94.515.8%
Germany1.31.21.41.1-5.4%
South AfricaN/AN/AN/A0.90%
UgandaN/AN/A0.30.8166.7%
Russia1.80.40.90.6-30.7%
Poland0.30.40.20.410.1%
Kenya0.90.50.50.2-39.4%
Others2.42.83.43.311.2%
Total21.323.128.737.420.6%

Top Suppliers of Expanded Clays to the United States in 2022:

  1. Mexico (20.4K tons)
  2. China (8.1K tons)
  3. Uganda (1.9K tons)
  4. Germany (1.7K tons)
  5. South Africa (1.2K tons)
  6. United Kingdom (0.8K tons)
  7. Poland (0.6K tons)
  8. Russia (0.5K tons)
  9. Kenya (0.3K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays market in the U.S.. 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 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

Country coverage:

  • United States

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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 In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

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