Egypt - Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Clay Market Size in Egypt
The Egyptian clay market reached $X in 2023, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated a temperate increase 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 2013 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
Clay Production in Egypt
In value terms, clay production rose to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a slight increase from 2012 to 2023: its value 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, production decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2021; afterwards, it flattened through to 2023.
Clay Exports
Exports from Egypt
In 2023, shipments abroad of clays decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, clay exports fell to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
Spain (X tons) was the main destination for clay exports from Egypt, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, clay exports to Spain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Algeria (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Turkey (X tons), with an X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Spain totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Algeria (X% per year) and Turkey (X% per year).
In value terms, Spain ($X), Algeria ($X) and Turkey ($X) constituted the largest markets for clay exported from Egypt worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.
Among the main countries of destination, Algeria, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The average clay export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, clay export price increased by X% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Finland (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Clay Imports
Imports into Egypt
In 2023, approx. X tons of clays were imported into Egypt; waning by X% against the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, clay imports declined to $X in 2023. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then declined in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of clay to Egypt, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, clay imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Portugal (X tons), twofold. Bulgaria (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Portugal (X% per year) and Bulgaria (X% per year).
In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of clays to Egypt, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Portugal ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Bulgaria, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Portugal (X% per year) and Bulgaria (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the average clay import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, clay import price increased by X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of X%. The import price peaked in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Germany ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Syrian Arab Republic ($X per ton) and Turkey ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Syrian Arab Republic (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the clay market in Egypt. 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 08122140 - Kaolin
- Prodcom 08122160 - Kaolinitic clays (ball and plastic clays)
- Prodcom 08122210 - Bentonite
- Prodcom 08122230 - Fireclay
- 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
Country coverage:
- Egypt
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
- 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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- 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
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- 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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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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