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China - Silica Sands (Quartz Sands Or Industrial Sands) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Silica Sand Price in China - 2023

Silica Sand Price in China (CIF) - 2022

The average silica sand import price stood at $54 per ton in 2022, rising by 8.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a significant decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 21%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $566 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Indonesia ($307 per ton), while the price for Cambodia ($19 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+2.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Silica Sand Price in China (FOB) - 2022

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Silica Sand Imports in China

For the fourth year in a row, China recorded growth in overseas purchases of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands), which increased by 12% to 3.9M tons in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a significant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +21.4% 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 +79.0% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 57%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, silica sand imports soared to $208M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Import of Silica Sand in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Australia	43.7	39.1	69.4	91.5	27.9%
Malaysia	18.7	28.6	29.8	54.7	43.0%
Indonesia	N/A	14.7	53.1	38.6	62.0%
Egypt	0.3	0.1	4.7	6.1	172.9%
Cambodia	15.7	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	22.4	56.5	13.9	17.1	-8.6%
Total	101	139	171	208	27.2%

Top Suppliers of Silica Sand to China in 2022:

Cambodia (undefinedK tons)
Australia (1801.7K tons)
Malaysia (1684.7K tons)
Egypt (145.4K tons)
Indonesia (125.8K tons)

Silica Sand Exports in China

Silica sand exports from China dropped significantly to 41K tons in 2022, with a decrease of -50.1% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 23%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 83K tons, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

In value terms, silica sand exports contracted rapidly to $926K in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 20%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $1.5M, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Export of Silica Sand in China (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Hong Kong SAR	113	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Oman	93.1	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Taiwan (Chinese)	541	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Myanmar	82.0	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	358	1,236	1,486	926	37.3%
Total	1,186	1,236	1,486	926	-7.9%

Top Export Markets for Silica Sand from China in 2022:

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in China. 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)

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China

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in China
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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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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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