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Global Ceramic Tile Market 2023

Ceramic Tile Market Size

The global ceramic tile market totaled $X in 2022, with an increase of 2.2% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 8.4%. Over the period under review, the global market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Ceramic Tile Production

In value terms, ceramic tile production contracted modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 9.4%. Over the period under review, global production attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Ceramic Tile Exports

Exports

In 2022, the amount of ceramic tiles exported worldwide reduced to X square meters, waning by -2.6% on the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 17%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X square meters, and then fell modestly in the following year.

In value terms, ceramic tile exports reached $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

In 2022, China (X square meters), distantly followed by Spain (X square meters), India (X square meters), Italy (X square meters) and Mexico (X square meters) were the key exporters of ceramic tiles, together achieving 69% of total exports. Turkey (X square meters), Egypt (X square meters), Brazil (X square meters) and Poland (X square meters) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +29.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ceramic tile supplying countries worldwide were Italy ($X), Spain ($X) and China ($X), with a combined 63% share of global exports. India, Turkey, Mexico, Brazil, Poland and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

India, with a CAGR of +32.2%, 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 global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average ceramic tile export price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, picking up by 9.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per square meter), while Egypt ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+5.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ceramic Tile Imports

Imports

In 2022, approx. X square meters of ceramic tiles were imported worldwide; shrinking by -4.5% compared with the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 18%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X square meters, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

In value terms, ceramic tile imports reached $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 22%. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X square meters), followed by France (X square meters) were the main importers of ceramic tiles, together making up 12% of total imports. Mexico (X square meters), the UK (X square meters), Germany (X square meters), South Korea (X square meters), Saudi Arabia (X square meters), the Philippines (X square meters), Thailand (X square meters), the Dominican Republic (X square meters), Israel (X square meters), Russia (X square meters) and the United Arab Emirates (X square meters) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Dominican Republic (with a CAGR of +24.8%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ceramic tile importing markets worldwide were the United States ($X), France ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising 21% of global imports. These countries were followed by the UK, Israel, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Russia, South Korea, the Dominican Republic, the United Arab Emirates and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 25%.

The Dominican Republic, with a CAGR of +18.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average ceramic tile import price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, growing by 14% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2014; however, from 2015 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 Israel ($X per square meter), while Thailand ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Israel (+4.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Base Year	Historical Period	Forecast Period	Units
2022	2012-2022	2023-2030	US$, Tons

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ceramic tiles in the world?

China remains the largest ceramic tile consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, ceramic tile consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, ninefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.2% share.

What are the largest producers of ceramic tiles in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ceramic tile production was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, ceramic tile production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Brazil, with a 5.8% share.

What are the leading exporters of ceramic tiles in the world?

In value terms, Italy, Spain and China appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together accounting for 63% of global exports. These countries were followed by India, Turkey, Mexico, Brazil, Poland and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 22%.

What are the leading importers of ceramic tiles in the world?

In value terms, the United States, France and Germany constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 21% of global imports. The UK, Israel, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Russia, South Korea, the Dominican Republic, the United Arab Emirates and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What is the average export price for ceramic tiles in the world?

The average ceramic tile export price stood at $7.1 per square meter in 2022, with an increase of 9.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ceramic tiles in the world?

In 2022, the average ceramic tile import price amounted to $8.2 per square meter, rising by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ceramic tile market. 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 23311000 -

• Prodcom 23311010 - Unglazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, w ith a surface area < .49 cm.

• Prodcom 23311020 - Glazed ceramic mosaic tiles, cubes and similar articles, with a surface area < .49 cm.

• Prodcom 23311030 -

• Prodcom 23311050 - Unglazed ceramic and stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, unglazed ceramic and stoneware mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing

• Prodcom 23311053 -

• Prodcom 23311057 -

• Prodcom 23311071 - Glazed ceramic double tiles of the spaltplatten type

• Prodcom 23311073 - Glazed stoneware flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.

• Prodcom 23311075 - Glazed earthenware or fine pottery ceramic flags and paving, h earth or wall tiles, with a face of > .90 cm.

• Prodcom 23311079 - Glazed ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles excluding double tiles of the spaltplatten type, stoneware, e arthenware or fine pottery flags, paving or tiles with a face of not > .90 cm.

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

• Global market volume and value

• Per Capita consumption

• Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term

• Global production, split by region and country

• Global trade (exports and imports)

• Export and import prices

• Market trends, drivers and restraints

• Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Portobello, Eliane, Itagres, Incepa, Carmelo Fior, Ilva, Ceramica Alberdi, Angelgres Cerâmica, Ceramica Cristofoletti, Pisoforte Revestimentos Cerâmicos, Ceramica Carabobo

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• Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities

2. How to load your idle production capacity

3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets

4. How to increase your profit margins

5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable

6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs

7. How to outsource production to other countries

8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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

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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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2022
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2022
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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1. United States
2. China
3. Japan
4. Germany
5. United Kingdom
6. France
7. Brazil
8. Italy
9. Russian Federation
10. India
11. Canada
12. Australia
13. Republic of Korea
14. Spain
15. Mexico
16. Indonesia
17. Netherlands
18. Turkey
19. Saudi Arabia
20. Switzerland
21. Sweden
22. Nigeria
23. Poland
24. Belgium
25. Argentina
26. Norway
27. Austria
28. Thailand
29. United Arab Emirates
30. Colombia
31. Denmark
32. South Africa
33. Malaysia
34. Israel
35. Singapore
36. Egypt
37. Philippines
38. Finland
39. Chile
40. Ireland
41. Pakistan
42. Greece
43. Portugal
44. Kazakhstan
45. Algeria
46. Czech Republic
47. Qatar
48. Peru
49. Romania
50. Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2022
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
3. Market Value, 2012–2022
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2022
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
2. Market Value, 2012–2022
3. Consumption, By Country, 2022
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, 2012–2022
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
19. Production, By Country, 2022
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2022
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
32. Export Prices, 2012–2022