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Libya: Natural Sand Market 2022

Natural Sand Market Size in Libya

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was decline in the Libyan natural sand market, when its value decreased by -1.2% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a abrupt downturn. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Natural Sand Production in Libya

In value terms, natural sand production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 45%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Natural Sand Exports

Exports from Libya

For the fourth year in a row, Libya recorded growth in shipments abroad of natural sands, which increased by 10,213% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 25,852%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, natural sand exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded prominent growth. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons) was the main destination for natural sand exports from Libya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Australia was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Australia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average natural sand export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 1,179% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Australia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Australia amounted to 0.0% per year.

Natural Sand Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2021, purchases abroad of natural sands was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 102% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural sand imports contracted slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 70% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Tunisia (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural sand imports to Libya, with a combined 67% share of total imports. Italy, Morocco, Spain and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +57.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of natural sand to Libya, comprising 29% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany stood at +20.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Tunisia (-13.5% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-27.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average natural sand import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -12.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 37% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+12.7%), 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 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?

The country with the largest volume of natural sand production was China, comprising approx. 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 Libya?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of natural sand to Libya, comprising 29% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tunisia, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 13% share.

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

In 2021, the average natural sand export price amounted to $775 per ton, picking up by 43% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average natural sand import price amounted to $213 per ton, waning by -12.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural sand market in Libya. 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)

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Libya

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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 Libya
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