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Global Kaolinitic Clays Market 2024

Kaolinitic Clays Market Size

The global kaolinitic clays market soared to $X in 2020, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the global market attained the maximum level in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Kaolinitic Clays Production

In value terms, kaolinitic clays production expanded significantly to $X in 2020 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2020; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. Global production peaked in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Kaolinitic Clays Exports

Exports

In 2020, shipments abroad of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports showed a mild decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolinitic clays exports reduced to $X in 2020. Overall, exports continue to indicate a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2020, the United States (X tons), distantly followed by Ukraine (X tons), the UK (X tons), China (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) represented the key exporters of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays), together mixing up X% of total exports. Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons), India (X tons) and France (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Ukraine (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest kaolinitic clays supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by the UK, with a X% share.

In the United States, kaolinitic clays exports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Brazil (X% per year) and the UK (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average kaolinitic clays export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. 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 the United States ($X per ton), while Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolinitic Clays Imports

Imports

In 2020, supplies from abroad of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays) decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolinitic clays imports fell to $X in 2020. In general, imports showed a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Spain (X tons), distantly followed by China (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Germany (X tons) represented the largest importers of kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays), together making up X% of total imports. Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Japan (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons), Russia (X tons), Canada (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, average annual rates of growth with regard to kaolinitic clays imports into Spain stood at X%. At the same time, Hong Kong SAR (X%), China (X%) and Russia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Hong Kong SAR emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2020. Mexico experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Italy (X%), Germany (X%), Belgium (X%), Sweden (X%), Canada (X%), Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), Japan (X%) and Turkey (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Spain (X p.p.), Hong Kong SAR (X p.p.) and China (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2012-2020, the share of Taiwan (Chinese) (X p.p.), Turkey (X p.p.) and Japan (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest kaolinitic clays importing markets worldwide were China ($X), Spain ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising X% of global imports. Japan, Belgium, Italy, Mexico, Canada, Sweden, Taiwan (Chinese), Turkey, Russia and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Among the main importing countries, Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of X%, saw 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

In 2020, the average kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X%. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of kaolinitic clays consumption, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, kaolinitic clays consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by India, with a 9.2% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 46% share of global production. Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Japan, Indonesia, Ukraine, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
In value terms, the United States remains the largest kaolinitic clays supplier worldwide, comprising 34% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil, with a 12% share of global exports. It was followed by the UK, with a 12% share.
In value terms, China, Spain and Germany appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together accounting for 23% of global imports. Japan, Belgium, Italy, Mexico, Canada, Sweden, Taiwan Chinese), Turkey, Russia and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.
The average kaolinitic clays export price stood at $161 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.
The average kaolinitic clays import price stood at $161 per ton in 2020, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global kaolinitic clays 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 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 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. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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

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