Bulgaria - Kaolin - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Kaolin Price in Bulgaria - 2023

Contents:

  1. Kaolin Price in Bulgaria (FOB) - 2023
  2. Kaolin Price in Bulgaria (CIF) - 2023
  3. Kaolin Exports in Bulgaria
  4. Kaolin Imports in Bulgaria

Kaolin Price in Bulgaria (FOB) - 2023

The average kaolin export price stood at $222 per ton in June 2023, declining by -4.8% against the previous month. Over the period from June 2022 to June 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.0%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in January 2023 an increase of 13% m-o-m. The export price peaked at $234 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Italy ($403 per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($159 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Price in Bulgaria (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average kaolin import price amounted to $455 per ton, increasing by 105% against the previous month. In general, the import price enjoyed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in January 2023 when the average import price increased by 678% against the previous month. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $977 per ton. From February 2023 to June 2023, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($1,617 per ton), while the price for Serbia ($52.0 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+40.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Exports in Bulgaria

Kaolin exports from Bulgaria reduced to 236K tons in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year's figure. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 16% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 237K tons, leveling off in the following year.

In value terms, kaolin exports surged to $42M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.8% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +53.5% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Export of Kaolin in Bulgaria (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Turkey10.611.617.021.426.4%
Italy2.62.72.83.712.5%
Egypt3.02.83.63.00.0%
Romania2.72.22.42.4-3.9%
Vietnam1.81.81.82.15.3%
Russia1.31.11.12.117.3%
Saudi Arabia0.90.80.71.210.1%
Others5.14.55.56.37.3%
Total27.827.434.942.114.8%

Top Export Markets for Kaolin from Bulgaria in 2022:

  1. Turkey (121.5K tons)
  2. Egypt (26.6K tons)
  3. Italy (16.5K tons)
  4. Romania (14.2K tons)
  5. Vietnam (12.1K tons)
  6. Saudi Arabia (9.0K tons)
  7. Russia (8.9K tons)

Kaolin Imports in Bulgaria

For the fourth consecutive year, Bulgaria recorded growth in supplies from abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays, which increased by 5.2% to 42K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +14.7% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 40% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, kaolin imports surged to $8M in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Kaolin in Bulgaria (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Czech Republic14740149545846.1%
Romania46.616425735296.2%
Germany37.213211384.331.3%
Ukraine17221113475.6-24.0%
Spain68.343.9N/A39.4-16.8%
United Kingdom2,5823,1334,064N/A25.5%
Others30180.01597,023185.7%
Total3,3544,1665,2228,03333.8%

Top Suppliers of Kaolin to Bulgaria in 2022:

  1. Romania (4.9K tons)
  2. Czech Republic (2.5K tons)
  3. Germany (0.5K tons)
  4. Spain (0.5K tons)
  5. Ukraine (0.3K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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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 Bulgaria
    • 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

      1. KEY FINDINGS
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    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. MARKET STRUCTURE
      3. TRADE BALANCE
      4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
      5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      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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      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING 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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