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

Report Update: May 1, 2024

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

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

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

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

The average import price for refractory bricks, blocks and tiles stood at $989 per ton in September 2023, declining by -26.1% against the previous month. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in January 2023 when the average import price increased by 88% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $2,398 per ton in June 2023; however, from July 2023 to September 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2023, the country with the highest price was Spain ($1,428 per ton), while the price for India ($418 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 Malaysia (+1.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Thailand (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for refractory bricks, blocks and tiles stood at $878 per ton in 2022, falling by -7% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 21% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $1,101 per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cambodia ($1,418 per ton), while the average price for exports to Australia ($531 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 Colombia (+14.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Thailand

In 2022, supplies from abroad of refractory bricks, blocks and tiles decreased by -45.3% to 22K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, imports saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 25%.

In value terms, refractory bricks, blocks and tiles imports fell rapidly to $36M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 13% against the previous year.

Import of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Thailand (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	23.0	30.8	33.3	26.2	4.4%
Germany	6.4	4.8	7.7	2.7	-25.0%
Japan	4.6	2.9	3.2	2.1	-23.0%
India	1.0	0.5	1.2	1.6	17.0%
Malaysia	1.1	1.4	1.6	1.2	2.9%
Italy	1.9	3.7	0.6	0.5	-35.9%
Others	7.8	7.7	8.1	1.3	-45.0%
Total	45.8	51.9	55.8	35.7	-8.0%

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

China (17.2K tons)
India (1.9K tons)
Germany (1.3K tons)
Malaysia (0.7K tons)
Italy (0.6K tons)
Japan (0.3K tons)

Exports of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Thailand

In 2022, approx. 58K tons of refractory bricks, blocks and tiles were exported from Thailand; surging by 3.9% compared with 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +12.7% 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 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, refractory bricks, blocks and tiles exports shrank to $51M 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 consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 28%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $53M, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Export of Refractory Bricks, Blocks and Tiles in Thailand (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Indonesia	7.4	4.7	6.5	16.2	29.8%
Nigeria	4.9	2.9	7.0	7.9	17.3%
Pakistan	4.1	2.5	3.5	3.3	-7.0%
Vietnam	5.2	4.2	6.0	2.7	-19.6%
Tanzania	0.7	0.7	0.8	2.0	41.9%
Cambodia	1.6	1.0	0.7	1.9	5.9%
Saudi Arabia	0.9	1.5	1.7	1.5	18.6%
Australia	1.2	1.8	2.2	1.5	7.7%
Iraq	N/A	N/A	N/A	1.5	0%
Djibouti	1.1	N/A	1.0	1.5	10.9%
Japan	0.5	0.3	0.8	1.4	40.9%
Guyana	0.1	0.2	N/A	1.2	128.9%
Colombia	N/A	0.1	N/A	1.0	216.2%
Others	16.5	21.1	22.4	7.2	-24.2%
Total	44.4	41.2	52.5	50.8	4.6%

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

Indonesia (17.5K tons)
Nigeria (8.7K tons)
Pakistan (3.9K tons)
Australia (2.8K tons)
Vietnam (2.8K tons)
Saudi Arabia (2.3K tons)
Iraq (1.8K tons)
Tanzania (1.8K tons)
Guyana (1.7K tons)
Cambodia (1.3K tons)
Djibouti (1.3K tons)
Japan (1.3K tons)
Colombia (1.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for refractory bricks, blocks and tiles in Thailand. 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:

Thailand

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
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:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. 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
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. 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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