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Belarus: Natural Sand Market 2022

Natural Sand Market Size in Belarus

After three years of growth, the Belarusian natural sand market decreased by -6.8% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption saw a drastic downturn. Natural sand consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Natural Sand Production in Belarus

In value terms, natural sand production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Natural Sand Exports

Exports from Belarus

In 2021, approx. X tons of natural sands were exported from Belarus; with an increase of 25% against 2020 figures. In general, exports, however, saw a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 97% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural sand exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a measured increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 97%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons) was the main destination for natural sand exports from Belarus, with a 60% share of total exports. Moreover, natural sand exports to Russia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Ukraine (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Lithuania (X tons), with a 19% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Russia amounted to -2.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Ukraine (+48.9% per year) and Lithuania (-3.5% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) remains the key foreign market for natural sand exports from Belarus, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Lithuania ($X), with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by Ukraine, with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia stood at +7.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Lithuania (-4.1% per year) and Ukraine (+34.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average natural sand export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 2.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 77% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Russia (+9.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Natural Sand Imports

Imports into Belarus

In 2021, imports of natural sands into Belarus surged to X tons, increasing by 278% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, natural sand imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Ukraine (X tons), Russia (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural sand imports to Belarus, with a combined 97% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Belgium (with a CAGR of +65.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Ukraine ($X), Russia ($X) and Belgium ($X) were the largest natural sand suppliers to Belarus, together comprising 85% of total imports.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +41.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural sand import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -60.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 70% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (-12.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural sands in the world?

The country with the largest volume of natural sand consumption was China, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States, with a 2.6% share.

What are the largest producers of natural sands in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of natural sand production, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, eightfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of natural sands to Belarus?

In value terms, Ukraine, Russia and Belgium constituted the largest natural sand suppliers to Belarus, together accounting for 85% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of natural sands from Belarus?

In value terms, Russia remains the key foreign market for natural sand exports from Belarus, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Lithuania, with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by Ukraine, with a 3.8% share.

What is the average export price for natural sands in Belarus?

The average natural sand export price stood at $34 per ton in 2021, rising by 2.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural sands in Belarus?

The average natural sand import price stood at $23 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -60.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural sand market in Belarus. 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)
Prodcom 08121190 - Construction sands such as clayey sands, kaolinic sands, f eldspathic sands (excluding silica sands, metal bearing sands)

Country coverage:

Belarus

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belarus
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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