Chile - Silica Sands (Quartz Sands Or Industrial Sands) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Silica Sand Price in Chile - 2023

Contents:

  1. Silica Sand Price in Chile (CIF) - 2022
  2. Silica Sand Price in Chile (FOB) - 2022
  3. Silica Sand Imports in Chile
  4. Silica Sand Exports in Chile

Silica Sand Price in Chile (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average silica sand import price amounted to $320 per ton, with an increase of 81% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The import price peaked at $327 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($1,728 per ton), while the price for Argentina ($170 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+15.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Silica Sand Price in Chile (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average silica sand export price amounted to $250 per ton, growing by 4.9% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, silica sand export price increased by +33.1% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 92%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $304 per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +4.2% per year.

Silica Sand Imports in Chile

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands), when their volume decreased by -11.4% to 16K tons. Overall, total imports indicated buoyant growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.5% 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 +27.7% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 42%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 18K tons, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, silica sand imports surged to $5M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Silica Sand in Chile (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Brazil1,3491,3071,1112,15016.8%
Argentina49873371898625.6%
Peru42622723466816.2%
China19.550.1180473189.5%
United States21230123839723.3%
Others17310062129419.3%
Total2,6782,7183,1024,96722.9%

Top Suppliers of Silica Sand to Chile in 2022:

  1. Argentina (5.8K tons)
  2. Brazil (5.5K tons)
  3. Peru (2.8K tons)
  4. China (0.7K tons)
  5. United States (0.2K tons)

Silica Sand Exports in Chile

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) decreased by -68.1% to 1.2K tons in 2022. In general, exports saw a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 57%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 3.7K tons, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, silica sand exports fell markedly to $297K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 74% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $888K, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Export of Silica Sand in Chile (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States340471803276-6.7%
PanamaN/A25.66.8N/A-73.4%
Others20.813.678.421.20.6%
Total360510888297-6.2%

Top Export Markets for Silica Sand from Chile in 2022:

  1. United States (1166.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in Chile. 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 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)

Country coverage:

  • Chile

Data coverage:

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

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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
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  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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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
  10. 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. 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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