Brazil - Tiles, Flagstones, Bricks And Similar Articles, Of Cement, Concrete Or Artificial Stone - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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View PricingBrazil's Import of Concrete Tile Dropped Dramatically to $47M in 2023
Brazil Concrete Tile Imports
For the third consecutive year, Brazil recorded growth in supplies from abroad of tiles, flagstones, bricks and similar articles, of cement, concrete or artificial stone, which increased by 7.3% to 67K tons in 2023. In general, imports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 65% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, concrete tile imports dropped dramatically to $47M (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed pronounced growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 79%. Imports peaked at $59M in 2022, and then dropped significantly in the following year.
| COUNTRY | Import Value of Concrete Tile in Brazil (million USD) | ||||||||||
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
| China | 15.4 | 14.4 | 12.5 | 9.3 | 13.0 | 25.3 | 25.2 | 25.6 | 49.4 | 53.4 | 43.1 |
| Spain | 12.3 | 6.7 | 6.4 | 4.8 | 7.8 | 6.3 | 5.1 | 3.1 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 2.8 |
| Israel | 3.0 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.1 | N/A |
| Others | 3.7 | 4.1 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 1.1 | 0.7 |
| Total | 34.4 | 27.0 | 21.2 | 15.3 | 22.9 | 34.5 | 32.3 | 29.9 | 53.4 | 58.6 | 46.6 |
Imports by Country
In 2023, China (65K tons) was the main supplier of concrete tile to Brazil, accounting for a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain (1.5K tons), with a 2.2% share of total imports.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +12.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-12.0% per year) and Israel (-35.0% per year).
In value terms, China ($43M) constituted the largest supplier of tiles, flagstones, bricks and similar articles, of cement, concrete or artificial stone to Brazil, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($2.8M), with a 6% share of total imports.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +10.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-13.8% per year) and Israel (-33.9% per year).
Imports by Type
In 2023, tiles, flagstones and similar articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone (67K tons) was the main type of tiles, flagstones, bricks and similar articles, of cement, concrete or artificial stone supplied to Brazil, accounting for a 99.9% share of total imports. It was followed by building blocks and bricks of cement, concrete or artificial stone (5.6 tons), with less than 0.1% share of total imports.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of the volume of tiles, flagstones and similar articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone imports totaled +8.5%.
In value terms, tiles, flagstones and similar articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone ($46M) constituted the largest type of tiles, flagstones, bricks and similar articles, of cement, concrete or artificial stone supplied to Brazil, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by building blocks and bricks of cement, concrete or artificial stone ($118K), with a 0.3% share of total imports.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the concrete tile price stood at $693 per ton (CIF, Brazil), declining by -26% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 37%. The import price peaked at $1,133 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($1,911 per ton), while the price for China stood at $665 per ton.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-1.8%).
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the concrete tile market in Brazil. 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 23611130 - Building blocks and bricks of cement, concrete or artificial stone
- Prodcom 23611150 - Tiles, flagstones and similar articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone (excluding building blocks and bricks)
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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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
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING 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 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
- 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, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
