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Global Fireclay Market 2024

Fireclay Market Size

In 2023, the global fireclay market increased by X% to $X, rising for the seventh year in a row after two years of decline. In general, the total consumption indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2016 indices. Global consumption peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Fireclay Production

In value terms, fireclay production amounted to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X; afterwards, it flattened through to 2023.

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Fireclay Exports

Exports

In 2023, the amount of fireclay exported worldwide dropped sharply to X tons, falling by X% compared with 2022 figures. Overall, exports recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fireclay exports contracted to $X in 2023. In general, exports showed a pronounced shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the global exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2023, China (X tons) represented the major exporter of fireclay, creating X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Ukraine (X tons) and the United States (X tons), together constituting a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest fireclay supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a X% share of global exports.

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

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the average fireclay export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

Fireclay Imports

Imports

In 2023, approx. X tons of fireclay were imported worldwide; which is down by X% on 2022 figures. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of global imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fireclay imports fell slightly to $X in 2023. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Italy represented the largest importing country with an import of around X tons, which amounted to X% of total imports. Russia (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Poland (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total imports. The following importers - the Netherlands (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Austria (X tons), Germany (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Spain (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to fireclay imports into Italy stood at X%. At the same time, Vietnam (X%), Austria (X%), Spain (X%) and Germany (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Vietnam emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Turkey, Hungary and Taiwan (Chinese) experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, the Netherlands (X%), Poland (X%), the United Arab Emirates (X%) and Russia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Italy, Austria, Germany, Spain, Vietnam and Turkey increased by X, X, X, X, X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest fireclay importing markets worldwide were Italy ($X), Russia ($X) and Poland ($X), with a combined X% share of global imports. Germany, Turkey, Taiwan (Chinese), Spain, the Netherlands, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates, Austria and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Vietnam, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average fireclay import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

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

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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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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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. 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 2012–2023
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 2012–2023
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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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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