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World - Salt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Jul 23, 2019

The U.S. Emerges as the Largest Importer of Salt and Pure Sodium Chloride in 2018

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'World - Salt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

The global salt market revenue amounted to $X in 2018, growing by X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2008 to 2018; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global salt consumption peaked in 2018, and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Production 2007-2018

In 2018, approx. X tons of salt and pure sodium chloride were produced worldwide; picking up by X% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2008 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations over the period under review.

Exports 2007-2018

In 2018, the amount of salt and pure sodium chloride exported worldwide totaled X tons, picking up by X% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2008 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review.

In value terms, salt exports stood at $X (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

India (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports of salt and pure sodium chloride in 2018. The Netherlands (X tons) occupied a X% share (based on tons) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Germany (X%) and Canada (X%). Tunisia (X tons), Belarus (X tons), Egypt (X tons), China (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the U.S. (X tons) occupied a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2008 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by India, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest salt markets worldwide were the Netherlands ($X), Germany ($X) and India ($X), with a combined X% share of global exports.

Export Prices by Country

The average salt export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, going up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the salt export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Export prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest export price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2008 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of export prices was attained by the U.S., while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports 2007-2018

Global imports stood at X tons in 2018, increasing by X% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2008 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review.

In value terms, salt imports totaled $X (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

The U.S. represented the main importer of salt and pure sodium chloride in the world, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2018. China (X tons) held a X% share (based on tons) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Japan (X%), Taiwan, Chinese (X%) and Germany (X%). The following importers - Canada (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Norway (X tons) and Russia (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2008 to 2018, average annual rates of growth with regard to salt imports into the U.S. stood at +X%. At the same time, China (+X%), Canada (+X%), Germany (+X%), Norway (+X%), Russia (+X%) and Belgium (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest growing importer in the world, with a CAGR of +X% from 2008-2018. By contrast, Taiwan, Chinese (-X%), South Korea (-X%) and Japan (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Japan (X%) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2008-2018, the share of Canada (-X%), the U.S. (-X%) and China (-X%) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported salt and pure sodium chloride worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by Germany, with a X% share.

Import Prices by Country

The average salt import price stood at $X per ton in 2018, waning by -X% against the previous year. In general, the salt import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016, an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the average import prices for salt and pure sodium chloride reached their peak figure at $X per ton in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2018, import prices failed to regain their momentum.

There were significant differences in the average import prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest import price was Belgium ($X per ton), while South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2008 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of import prices was attained by Belgium, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global salt market. 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 08931000 - Salt (including denatured salt but excluding salt suitable for human consumption) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents
  • Prodcom 10843000 - Salt suitable for human consumption

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Proinsal, Celusal, Lake MacDonnell, Cheetham Salt, Dampier Salt, WA Salt Supply, Onslow Salt, Salinen Austria, JSC "Mozyrsalt", Solvay, European Salt Company, Solana Tuzla, Cimsal, Novosal, Norsal, Refinaria Nacional de Sal, Salina Diamante Branco, General Chemical, Sifto Canada, Windsor Salt, Kayway Industries, Salinas de Punta de Lobos, China National Salt, Shandong Ocean Chemical, IFI Concesion de Salinas, Prodesal, Brinsa, Dansk Salt, Egypt Salines, La Baleine, Solvay, Saddam Minerals, Wacker Chemie, British Salt, Irish Salt Mining & Exploration, Century Chemicals, Dev Salt, Israel Salt Industries, Salrom

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    11. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Consumption, by Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    6. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    7. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    8. Exports and Growth, By Product
    9. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    10. Production Volume and Growth
    11. Exports and Growth
    12. Export Prices and Growth
    13. Market Size and Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports and Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    18. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    19. Production, by Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    32. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)

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