$Brazil - Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights$

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Price for Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil - 2023

Price for Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil (CIF) - 2023

The average import price for refractory bricks, blocks and tiles stood at $1,570 per ton in September 2023, which is down by -36.6% against the previous month. In general, the import price recorded a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in July 2023 when the average import price increased by 36% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $2,475 per ton in August 2023, and then fell dramatically in the following month.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Germany ($7,602 per ton), while the price for China ($1,044 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+6.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil (FOB) - 2023

In September 2023, the average export price for refractory bricks, blocks and tiles amounted to $1,316 per ton, dropping by -24.4% against the previous month. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2023 an increase of 16% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $1,741 per ton in August 2023, and then reduced dramatically in the following month.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Mexico ($5,354 per ton), while the average price for exports to Paraguay ($267 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Austria (+12.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of refractory bricks, blocks and tiles, when their volume decreased by -7.7% to 47K tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 28% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 51K tons, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, refractory bricks, blocks and tiles imports surged to $92M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.4% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +58.0% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 34%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	17.8	21.1	26.7	41.2	32.3%
United States	8.5	5.6	9.3	7.1	-5.8%
Japan	2.9	3.8	5.6	7.1	34.8%
India	2.1	3.1	4.8	6.9	48.7%
Italy	2.9	2.2	4.0	6.1	28.1%
Germany	4.5	4.5	5.7	4.9	2.9%
Hong Kong SAR	N/A	0.1	1.3	3.6	500.0%
South Korea	7.6	4.7	3.5	3.3	-24.3%
France	2.4	2.4	3.0	2.9	6.5%
Spain	0.8	1.0	3.7	2.7	50.0%
Mexico	0.3	1.2	4.3	2.5	102.7%
Austria	12.7	6.9	3.7	0.8	-60.2%
Chile	N/A	N/A	0.7	0.1	-85.7%
Others	2.6	2.0	2.3	3.2	7.2%
Total	65.1	58.5	78.6	92.4	12.4%

Top Suppliers of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles to Brazil in 2022:

China (23.3K tons)
Italy (3.7K tons)
India (3.7K tons)
Germany (2.6K tons)
United States (2.2K tons)
Mexico (2.0K tons)
Japan (1.9K tons)
France (1.7K tons)
Hong Kong SAR (1.6K tons)
Spain (1.6K tons)
South Korea (0.7K tons)
Chile (0.5K tons)
Austria (0.3K tons)

Exports of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil

In 2022, the amount of refractory bricks, blocks and tiles exported from Brazil soared to 40K tons, increasing by 17% on 2021. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 29%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, refractory bricks, blocks and tiles exports skyrocketed to $48M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Brazil (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	20.7	8.4	2.4	16.4	-7.5%
Argentina	5.6	3.2	4.8	7.0	7.7%
Austria	N/A	0.3	0.8	6.0	347.2%
Mexico	3.6	2.9	1.9	3.7	0.9%
Netherlands	N/A	2.2	11.2	2.5	6.6%
Chile	1.7	1.0	0.7	1.7	0.0%
Paraguay	0.7	0.7	0.6	1.5	28.9%
Bolivia	0.4	0.6	0.6	1.5	55.4%
Canada	2.5	0.5	N/A	1.4	-17.6%
Peru	0.9	0.5	0.7	1.2	10.1%
Uruguay	0.3	0.9	1.0	0.9	44.2%
Others	10.8	7.4	4.8	4.5	-25.3%
Total	47.3	28.6	29.5	48.2	0.6%

Top Export Markets for Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles from Brazil in 2022:

United States (12.4K tons)
Austria (5.9K tons)
Argentina (5.4K tons)
Uruguay (2.8K tons)
Netherlands (2.7K tons)
Paraguay (2.7K tons)
Mexico (1.6K tons)
Canada (1.2K tons)
Peru (1.1K tons)
Chile (1.1K tons)
Bolivia (0.9K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for refractory bricks, blocks and tiles in Brazil. 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 23201210 - Refractory ceramic constructional goods containing >50 % of MgO, CaO or Cr2O3 including bricks, blocks and tiles excluding goods of siliceous fossil meals or earths, tubing and piping
Prodcom 23201233 - Refractory bricks, blocks..., weight > .50 % Al2O3 and/or SiO2: . .93 % silica (SiO2)
Prodcom 23201235 - Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods containing, by weight, > 7 % but < .45 % alumina, but > .50 % by weight combined with silica
Prodcom 23201237 - Refractory bricks, blocks..., weight > .50 % Al2O3 and/or SiO2: others
Prodcom 23201290 - Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles, etc., n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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

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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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