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ECOWAS: Natural Sand Market 2022

Natural Sand Market Size in ECOWAS

Over the period under review, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Natural Sand Exports

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) and the United States (X tons) represented roughly 54% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by China (X tons), generating a 27% share of total exports. The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), Uzbekistan (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Germany (X tons), Australia (X tons) and France (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, natural sand exports from expanded with a Canada of +73.0%, while the United States (+2.4%) experienced a perceptible increase unchanged over the same period. At the same time, Uzbekistan (+296.0%), the United Arab Emirates (+103.0%), China (+56.5%), Malaysia (+48.1%), Belgium (+20.5%), Germany (+11.1%), Australia (+6.4%), France (+2.7%) and the Netherlands (+1.9%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Uzbekistan emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +296.0% from 2012-2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Canada, China, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan and Malaysia increased by +48, +20, +3.9, +2.2 and +1.5 percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, the largest natural sand supplying countries from X were Canada ($X), China ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined 60% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Uzbekistan, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Australia, Germany, France and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 31%.

Among the main exporting countries, Uzbekistan, with a CAGR of +271.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in X stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+1.8%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Natural Sand Imports

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), distantly followed by Austria (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Slovakia (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) represented the main importers of natural sands, together generating 60% of total imports. The Netherlands (X tons), Canada (X tons), China (X tons), Singapore (X tons), the United States (X tons), France (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) held a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Austria (with a CAGR of +53.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported natural sands into X, comprising 32% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Austria ($X), with a 7.7% share of global imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 6.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates amounted to +48.8%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Austria (+44.4% per year) and Canada (+8.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in X stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Slovakia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+17.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of natural sand consumption, comprising approx. 62% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Senegal, ninefold. Mali ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.7% share.
Nigeria remains the largest natural sand producing country in ECOWAS, accounting for 62% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali, ninefold. Senegal ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.
In value terms, Senegal emerged as the largest natural sand supplier in ECOWAS, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Gambia, with a 27% share of total exports.
In value terms, Nigeria, Senegal and Cabo Verde were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 61% of total imports. Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana and Guinea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.
The export price in ECOWAS stood at $222 per ton in 2021, increasing by 67% against the previous year.
The import price in ECOWAS stood at $143 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -20.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural sand market in ECOWAS. 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:

  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cabo Verde
  • Cote d'Ivoire
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in ECOWAS, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in ECOWAS
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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