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Guatemala: Talc And Steatite Market 2024

Talc And Steatite Market Size in Guatemala

The Guatemalan talc and steatite market surged to $X in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable contraction. Talc and steatite consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Talc And Steatite Production in Guatemala

In value terms, talc and steatite production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Talc and steatite production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Talc And Steatite Exports

Exports from Guatemala

For the third year in a row, Guatemala recorded decline in overseas shipments of talc and steatite, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, talc and steatite exports rose slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

El Salvador (X tons), Nicaragua (X tons) and Costa Rica (X tons) were the main destinations of talc and steatite exports from Guatemala, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Nicaragua (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Dominican Republic ($X), El Salvador ($X) and Costa Rica ($X) constituted the largest markets for talc and steatite exported from Guatemala worldwide, together comprising X% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the Dominican Republic, with a CAGR of X%, saw 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 average talc and steatite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw strong growth. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Dominican Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua ($X 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 Panama (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Talc And Steatite Imports

Imports into Guatemala

In 2022, the amount of talc and steatite imported into Guatemala skyrocketed to X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, talc and steatite imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Colombia (X tons), China (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) were the main suppliers of talc and steatite imports to Guatemala, together comprising X% of total imports. The United States, Turkey, Panama and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), China ($X) and Colombia ($X) were the largest talc and steatite suppliers to Guatemala, together comprising X% of total imports. Mexico, Turkey, Panama and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of 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 talc and steatite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (X%), 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 talc and steatite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were India, China and Brazil, together comprising 29% of global consumption. The United States, Turkey, Mexico, Japan, Pakistan, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Germany, Finland, Indonesia and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

What are the largest producers of talc and steatite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 40% share of global production. Turkey, the United States, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, France, Mexico, Pakistan, Finland, Japan, Afghanistan and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 41%.

What are the leading suppliers of talc and steatite to Guatemala?

In value terms, the largest talc and steatite suppliers to Guatemala were the United States, China and Colombia, together accounting for 67% of total imports. Mexico, Turkey, Panama and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the leading importers of talc and steatite from Guatemala?

In value terms, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador and Costa Rica were the largest markets for talc and steatite exported from Guatemala worldwide, with a combined 71% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for talc and steatite in Guatemala?

The average talc and steatite export price stood at $411 per ton in 2022, rising by 40% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for talc and steatite in Guatemala?

The average talc and steatite import price stood at $830 per ton in 2022, picking up by 17% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the talc and steatite market in Guatemala. 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.

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Market volume and value
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Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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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
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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
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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