Middle East: Market for Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) 2024

Market Size for Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) in the Middle East

In 2022, the Middle Eastern market for siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) was finally on the rise to reach $X after four years of decline. In general, consumption recorded a perceptible decline. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) in the Middle East

In value terms, production of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) rose slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of reached the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite)

Exports in the Middle East

In 2022, shipments abroad of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, exports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Iran represented the key exporter of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) in the Middle East, with the volume of exports recording X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Turkey (X tons), comprising a X% share of total exports.

Iran was also the fastest-growing in terms of the siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. Turkey (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Iran (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Turkey saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Iran ($X) remains the largest siliceous fossil meal (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) supplier in the Middle East, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with an X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Iran amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Iran ($X per ton), while Turkey stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (X%).

Imports of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite)

Imports in the Middle East

In 2022, imports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) in the Middle East shrank to X tons, waning by X% compared with the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, imports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports of failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Iraq (X tons) represented the main importer of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite), creating X% of total imports. Israel (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Turkey (X%). The United Arab Emirates (X tons) and Iran (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

Iraq was also the fastest-growing in terms of the siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Iran (X%) and Turkey (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Israel and the United Arab Emirates experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Iraq, Israel, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates increased by X, X, X and X percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest siliceous fossil meal (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) importing markets in the Middle East were Israel ($X), Turkey ($X) and Iraq ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, Iraq, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Iraq ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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