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Canada: Construction Sands Market 2024

Construction Sands Market Size in Canada

The Canadian construction sands market totaled $X in 2022, growing by 5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Construction Sands Production in Canada

In value terms, construction sands production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 34% against the previous year. Construction sands production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Construction Sands Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2022, overseas shipments of construction sands decreased by -9.9% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, posted a slight increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 170% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, construction sands exports shrank to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -15.4% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 37%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for construction sands exports from Canada, accounting for a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled +1.2%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for construction sands exports from Canada.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States totaled +4.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average construction sands export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed notable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 132%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat 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 +3.0% per year.

Construction Sands Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2022, overseas purchases of construction sands were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 434%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, construction sands imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 19%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), China (X tons) and Australia (X tons) were the main suppliers of construction sands imports to Canada, with a combined 72% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Australia (with a CAGR of +132.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Australia ($X) and the UK ($X) appeared to be the largest construction sands suppliers to Canada, together accounting for 63% of total imports.

Australia, with a CAGR of +159.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among 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 construction sands import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 9.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 483%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Japan ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+28.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of construction sands consumption, accounting for 19% of total volume. Moreover, construction sands consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States, with a 7.6% share.

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

China remains the largest construction sands producing country worldwide, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, construction sands production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of construction sands to Canada?

In value terms, the United States, Australia and the UK constituted the largest construction sands suppliers to Canada, together accounting for 63% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of construction sands from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for construction sands exports from Canada.

What is the average export price for construction sands in Canada?

The average construction sands export price stood at $8.5 per ton in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for construction sands in Canada?

In 2022, the average construction sands import price amounted to $296 per ton, rising by 9.3% against the previous year.

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

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

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