United Kingdom - Silica Sands (Quartz Sands Or Industrial Sands) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Silica Sand Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022
- Silica Sand Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
- Silica Sand Imports in the UK
- Silica Sand Exports in the UK
Silica Sand Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average silica sand import price amounted to $178 per ton, increasing by 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded perceptible growth. The import price peaked at $185 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($1,871 per ton), while the price for Portugal ($46 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland (+19.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Silica Sand Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
The average silica sand export price stood at $36 per ton in 2022, declining by -26.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 141% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $117 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($58 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua ($12 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 Ireland (+3.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Silica Sand Imports in the UK
After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) decreased by -49.8% to 208K tons in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 85%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 415K tons, and then dropped significantly in the following year.
In value terms, silica sand imports surged to $37M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 79% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Silica Sand in the UK (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Germany | 1.4 | 5.9 | 15.2 | 13.2 | 111.3% |
| Belgium | 5.2 | 4.9 | 6.9 | 5.7 | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | 2.5 | 1.8 | 2.4 | 4.8 | 24.3% |
| Ireland | 3.0 | 1.4 | 1.6 | 4.1 | 11.0% |
| Denmark | 1.9 | 1.4 | 2.0 | 2.7 | 12.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 2.5 | 132.1% |
| France | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 1.4 | 20.5% |
| Others | 2.5 | 1.4 | 2.2 | 2.7 | 2.6% |
| Total | 17.3 | 17.5 | 31.3 | 37.1 | 29.0% |
Top Suppliers of Silica Sand to the UK in 2022:
- Belgium (62.9K tons)
- Portugal (54.8K tons)
- Netherlands (27.4K tons)
- Ireland (24.8K tons)
- Denmark (16.3K tons)
- France (12.9K tons)
- Germany (7.0K tons)
Silica Sand Exports in the UK
In 2022, silica sand exports from the UK skyrocketed to 207K tons, with an increase of 51% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a drastic downturn.
In value terms, silica sand exports amounted to $7.4M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +8.7% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
| Export of Silica Sand in the UK (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Ireland | 3.4 | 2.5 | 3.3 | 1.9 | -17.6% |
| Norway | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 38.7% |
| Nicaragua | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 | 0% |
| Poland | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.2 | -34.1% |
| Others | 1.4 | 2.2 | 2.5 | 4.1 | 43.1% |
| Total | 5.8 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 8.5% |
Top Export Markets for Silica Sand from the UK in 2022:
- Ireland (48.0K tons)
- Nicaragua (32.1K tons)
- Norway (13.5K tons)
- Poland (4.8K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand market in the UK. 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:
- United Kingdom
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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2012
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2005
For the third consecutive year, the global silica sands market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by...
2012
In 2016, approx. X tons of silica sand were imported worldwide- coming up by X% against the previous year level. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports...
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