MERCOSUR - 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 MERCOSUR
The MERCOSUR market for clays for construction and industrial use declined modestly to $X in 2023, approximately mirroring the previous year. The total consumption indicated buoyant growth 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, consumption decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Production of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use in MERCOSUR
In value terms, production of clays for construction and industrial use reduced slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a strong 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, production decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use
Exports in MERCOSUR
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of clays for construction and industrial use, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Total exports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2023: its volume 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, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, exports of clays for construction and industrial use declined to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2022, and then shrank in the following year.
Exports by Country
Peru prevails in use structure, reaching X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. The following exporters - Brazil (X tons) and Colombia (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to clays for construction and industrial use exports from Peru stood at X%. At the same time, Colombia (X%) and Brazil (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Colombia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. While the share of Peru (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Peru ($X) remains the largest clays for construction and industrial use supplier in MERCOSUR, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in Peru amounted to X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Colombia (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2023, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2022, and then contracted in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Colombia ($X per ton), while Peru ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Imports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use
Imports in MERCOSUR
Imports of clays for construction and industrial use rose slightly to X tons in 2023, picking up by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, imports of clays for construction and industrial use dropped to $X in 2023. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports of remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
Ecuador was the main importing country with an import of around X tons, which resulted at X% of total imports. Colombia (X tons) held a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Brazil (X%) and Peru (X%). The following importers - Chile (X tons), Venezuela (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.
Ecuador experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of clays for construction and industrial use. At the same time, Chile (X%), Peru (X%) and Colombia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Chile emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Brazil experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Argentina (X%) and Venezuela (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Chile (X p.p.), Colombia (X p.p.) and Peru (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Argentina and Venezuela saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Colombia ($X), Brazil ($X) and Ecuador ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, together accounting for X% of total imports. Peru, Chile, Argentina and Venezuela lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Chile, with a CAGR of X%, recorded 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 leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the import price in MERCOSUR amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when the import price increased by X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while Ecuador ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (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 MERCOSUR. 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
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- Prodcom 08025560 -
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in MERCOSUR, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
- 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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- 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
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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
- 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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- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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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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