Western Africa - Common Clays and Shales for Construction Use - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Kaolinitic Clays, Fireclays And Clays For Construction Use in Western Africa
After three years of growth, the West African market for kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use decreased by X% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Production of Kaolinitic Clays, Fireclays And Clays For Construction Use in Western Africa
In value terms, production of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use reduced sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, production of growth failed to regain momentum.
Exports of Kaolinitic Clays, Fireclays And Clays For Construction Use
Exports in Western Africa
Exports of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use dropped notably to X tons in 2021, which is down by X% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, exports of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use contracted sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a significant decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
In 2021, Senegal (X tons) was the key exporter of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use, committing X% of total exports. Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Nigeria (X tons) and Ghana (X tons). All these countries together took approx. X% share of total exports. The following exporters - Burkina Faso (X kg) and Mali (X kg) - each amounted to a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to kaolinitic clay, fireclay and clay for construction use exports from Senegal stood at X%. Burkina Faso (X%), Nigeria (X%), Mali (X%), Ghana (X%) and Cote d'Ivoire (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Ghana, Burkina Faso and Mali increased by X, X, X, X and X percentage points, respectively.
In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire ($X), Senegal ($X) and Ghana ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for X% of total exports. Nigeria, Mali and Burkina Faso lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Burkina Faso, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Kaolinitic Clays, Fireclays And Clays For Construction Use
Imports in Western Africa
After two years of growth, overseas purchases of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use decreased by X% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then fell dramatically in the following year.
In value terms, imports of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use dropped significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports of failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
Nigeria represented the major importing country with an import of about X tons, which accounted for X% of total imports. Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Mauritania (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. The following importers - Togo (X tons) and Burkina Faso (X tons) - each reached a X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Mauritania (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.
In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use in Western Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Burkina Faso, with a X% share.
In Nigeria, imports of kaolinitic clays, fireclays and clays for construction use increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Cote d'Ivoire (X% per year) and Burkina Faso (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a significant increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Mauritania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for kaolinitic clay, fireclay and clay for construction use in Western Africa. 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 08122250 - Common clays and shales for construction use (excluding bentonite, fireclay, expanded clays, kaolin and kaolinic clays), a ndalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, mullite, chamotte or dinas earths
- Prodcom 08122255 -
- Prodcom 08025560 -
- Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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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- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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