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World - Building Blocks And Bricks Of Cement, Concrete Or Artificial Stone - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Jul 26, 2018

Which Country Imports the Most Bricks, Blocks, Tiles and Other Ceramic Goods in the World?

In 2016, approx. X tons of bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods were imported worldwide; shrinking by -X% against the previous year figure. In general, bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods imports continue to indicate a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014, when import increased by X% from the previous year level. Global bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods import peaked of X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2016, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

In value terms, bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods imports stood at $X in 2016. In general, bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods imports continue to indicate a pronounced curtailment. Global bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods import peaked of $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2016, it failed to regain its strength.

Top Bricks, Blocks, Tiles And Other Ceramic Goods Importing Countries in the World

X. United Kingdom (X million USD)

X. USA (X million USD)

X. Japan (X million USD)

X. Germany (X million USD)

X. South Korea (X million USD)

X. China (X million USD)

X. Spain (X million USD)

X. Czech Republic (X million USD)

X. South Africa (X million USD)

X. Netherlands (X million USD)

X. Swaziland (X million USD)

X. Belarus (X million USD)

Bricks, Blocks, Tiles And Other Ceramic Goods Imports By Country

China (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), the UK (X tons), Belarus (X tons), Swaziland (X tons), Czech Republic (X tons), Germany (X tons), Spain (X tons), and South Africa (X tons) represented roughly X% of total imports of bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods in 2016. The following importers - South Korea (X tons), the U.S. (X tons), and Japan (X tons) took near X% of total imports, each.

From 2007 to 2016, the most notable growth rate of bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods imports, among the main importing countries, was attained by Czech Republic (+X% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods worldwide, making up X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the U.S. ($X), with the share of X% of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with the share of X%.

In the UK, bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods imports contracted by an average annual rate of -X% over the period from 2007-2016. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates: the U.S. (+X% per year) and Japan (-X% per year).

Bricks, Blocks, Tiles And Other Ceramic Goods Import Prices By Country

In 2016, the average import price for bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. Overall, bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods import price continues to indicate a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011, when import price increased by X% against the previous year level. Global bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods import peaked of $X per ton in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2016, it stood at a somewhat lower level.

Import prices varied noticeably by country of destination. the country with the highest import prices was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Belarus ($X per ton) was among the lowest.

From 2007 to 2016, the most notable growth rate of bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods import prices was attained by Germany (+X% per year), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Do you want to know more about global bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods market? Get the latest trends and insight from our report. It includes a wide range of statistics on

  • bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods market share
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  • bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods sales
  • bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods import
  • bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods export
  • bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods market forecast
  • bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods price forecast
  • key bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods producers

This article was written on the product's HS-code: X.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for building blocks and bricks of cement, concrete or artificial stone. 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

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:

Masa Group, Bauroc As, Megabloc Gmbh & Co. Kg, Betonblock, Leier Rom S.R.L., Plasmor Limited, Franz Carl Nudling Basaltwerke Gmbh + Co Kg, Heembeton B.V., Sc Cars S.A., Kronimus Aktiengesellschaft, Abetoni OY, KB-Blok System S.R.O., Grupa Prefabet S.A., KCS Soke Gaz Beton, Solbet Spolka Z O.O., Prefaco, Metten Stein+Design Gmbh & Co. Kg, A/S Boligbeton, Strangbetong, Refrabaz S.A., Hebel Haus Gmbh

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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 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 Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • 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, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    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, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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