Africa - Common Clays and Shales for Construction Use - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Clays For Construction and Industrial Use in Africa
The African market for clays for construction and industrial use totaled $X in 2023, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption posted a resilient increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.
Production of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use in Africa
In value terms, production of clays for construction and industrial use expanded notably to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production of growth remained at a lower figure.
Exports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use
Exports in Africa
Exports of clays for construction and industrial use fell dramatically to X tons in 2023, shrinking by X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports showed a mild decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, exports of clays for construction and industrial use contracted to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of the exports of remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Senegal (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports in 2023. Morocco (X tons) took the next position in the ranking, distantly followed by Egypt (X tons). All these countries together held near X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Egypt (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the exports figures.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest clays for construction and industrial use supplier in Africa, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Senegal ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Egypt, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Senegal (X% per year) and Egypt (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated slight growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, export price for clays for construction and industrial use increased by X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while Morocco ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use
Imports in Africa
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of clays for construction and industrial use, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. In general, imports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, imports of clays for construction and industrial use fell to $X in 2023. Overall, imports continue to indicate a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Algeria (X tons), distantly followed by Ghana (X tons), Morocco (X tons), Tunisia (X tons), Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the key importers of clays for construction and industrial use, together making up X% of total imports. Kenya (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), Cameroon (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) and Egypt (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Ghana (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Algeria ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported clays for construction and industrial use in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Morocco, with an X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Algeria was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Africa (X% per year) and Morocco (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Import price indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, import price for clays for construction and industrial use increased by X% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Ghana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tunisia (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for clays for construction and industrial use in 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 -
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Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in 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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- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Western Sahara
- South Sudan
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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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