Northern America: Market for Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) 2024

Market Size for Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) in Northern America

The North American market for siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) rose to $X in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Production of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite) in Northern America

In value terms, production of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) totaled $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, production of growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite)

Exports in Northern America

In 2023, shipments abroad of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports showed a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, exports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) expanded markedly to $X in 2023. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2023, the United States (X tons) represented the major exporter of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite), generating X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), making up a X% share of total exports.

Exports from the United States decreased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Canada (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Canada emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Northern America, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Canada (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the United States saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest siliceous fossil meal (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) supplier in Northern America, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United States was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably 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 Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (X%).

Imports of Siliceous Fossil Meals (Kieselguhr, Tripolite and Diatomite)

Imports in Northern America

In 2023, overseas purchases of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, imports of siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) surged to $X in 2023. Overall, imports, however, saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X%. The level of import peaked in 2023 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Canada (X tons) and the United States (X tons) represented roughly X% of total imports in 2023.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, the largest siliceous fossil meal (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) importing markets in Northern America were Canada ($X) and the United States ($X).

The United States, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the import price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 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 years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, import price for siliceous fossil meals (kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (X%).

Source: IndexBox Platform