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SADC: Natural Sand Market 2022

Natural Sand Market Size in SADC

Overall, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Natural Sand Exports

Exports by Country

In 2021, Canada (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the largest exporters of natural sandsacross the globe, together making up 54% of total exports. It was distantly followed by China (X tons), committing a 27% share of total exports. The following exporters - 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) - together made up 16% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, natural sand exports from expanded with a Canada of +73.0%, while the United States (+2.4%) experienced a tangible expansion 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, Canada ($X), China ($X) and Belgium ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 60% 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%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Uzbekistan, with a CAGR of +271.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: 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 largest importers of natural sands, together mixing up 60% of total imports. The following importers - 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) - together made up 23% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key 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 rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates stood at +48.8%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: 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, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: 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) :

What are the largest markets for natural sands in SADC?

South Africa constituted the country with the largest volume of natural sand consumption, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand consumption in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Angola, twofold. Tanzania ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.3% share.

What are the largest producers of natural sands in SADC?

South Africa constituted the country with the largest volume of natural sand production, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, natural sand production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Angola, twofold. Tanzania ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.4% share.

What are the leading exporters of natural sands in SADC?

In value terms, South Africa remains the largest natural sand supplier in SADC.

What are the leading importers of natural sands in SADC?

In value terms, Botswana constitutes the largest market for imported natural sands in SADC, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Angola, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Mozambique, with a 12% share.

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

The export price in SADC stood at $141 per ton in 2021, jumping by 55% against the previous year.

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

The import price in SADC stood at $156 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -17.5% against the previous year.

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

Angola
Botswana
Comoros
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lesotho
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Seychelles
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in SADC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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
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