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Algeria: Kaolin Market 2021

Kaolin Market Size in Algeria

The Algerian kaolin market dropped to $X in 2019, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018, and then fell modestly in the following year.

Kaolin Production in Algeria

In value terms, kaolin production soared to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. In general, production recorded buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Algeria

In 2019, after two years of decline, there was decline in shipments abroad of kaolin, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. Algeria exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports amounted to $X in 2019. In general, exports showed a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2019, Brazil (X tons) and the U.S. (X tons) represented the main exporters of kaolinin the world, together amounting to approx. X% of total exports. The UK (X tons) occupied the next position in the ranking, followed by China (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Ukraine (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in the Czech Republic, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) remains the largest kaolin supplier from Algeria, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value in the U.S. amounted to -X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Brazil (-X% per year) and Belgium (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The kaolin export price in Algeria stood at $X per ton in 2019, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Algeria export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Algeria

Kaolin imports into Algeria surged to X tons in 2019, picking up by X% on 2018 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, kaolin imports declined to $X in 2019. In general, imports showed a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Belgium (X tons), followed by Finland (X tons), Italy (X tons), Russia (X tons), Germany (X tons) and China (X tons) represented the largest importers of kaolin, together achieving X% of total imports. Canada (X tons), Japan (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the U.S. (X tons), Sweden (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by China, while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

In value terms, the largest kaolin importing markets into Algeria were Belgium ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports.

China saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the kaolin import price in Algeria amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a slight descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kaolin in the world?

The U.S. remains the largest kaolin consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, kaolin consumption in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. China ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.9% share.

What are the largest producers of kaolin in the world?

The U.S. remains the largest kaolin producing country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, kaolin production in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 8.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin to Algeria?

In value terms, Belgium, China and Japan appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2019, together accounting for 22% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of kaolin from Algeria?

In value terms, the U.S. remains the largest kaolin supplier from Algeria, comprising 36% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for kaolin in Algeria?

The kaolin export price in Algeria stood at $72 per ton in 2019, stabilizing at the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin in Algeria?

In 2019, the kaolin import price in Algeria amounted to $59 per ton, which is down by -26.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Algeria. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08122140 - Kaolin

Country coverage:

Algeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Algeria
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
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
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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

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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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
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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
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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