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Southern Asia: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Southern Asia

After two years of growth, the South Asian kaolin market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. The total consumption indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2020 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2022, and then shrank in the following year.

Kaolin Production in Southern Asia

In value terms, kaolin production reached $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a slight decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.

Kaolin Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

In 2023, kaolin exports in Southern Asia rose rapidly to X tons, with an increase of X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, kaolin exports expanded notably to $X in 2023. Overall, exports recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2023, India (X tons) was the largest exporter of kaolin and kaolinic clays in Southern Asia, generating X% of total export.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the kaolin and kaolinic clays exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest kaolin supplier in Southern Asia.

In India, kaolin exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to X% per year.

Kaolin Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

In 2023, purchases abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, imports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports reduced to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2022, and then declined in the following year.

Imports by Country

India (X tons) and Bangladesh (X tons) prevails in imports structure, together committing X% of total imports. Pakistan (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Sri Lanka (X%). Nepal (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Nepal (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported kaolin and kaolinic clays in Southern Asia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bangladesh ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in India totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Bangladesh (X% per year) and Pakistan (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2022 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin market in Southern Asia. 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:

Country coverage:

Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Southern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Southern Asia
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
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. 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
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. 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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- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
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