China - Cement - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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China - Cement - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Cement Prices in China

China Cement Import Price in August 2022

In August 2022, the cement price stood at $62.6 per ton (CIF, China), growing by 7.8% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Vietnam.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Japan amounted to +2.6% per month.

China Cement Import Prices by Type

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplied products. In August 2022, the product with the highest price was cement of hydraulic kinds ($6,680 per ton), while the price for portland cement, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured ($49.5 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by portland cement, white, whether or not artificially coloured (+9.6%), while the prices for the other products experienced more modest paces of growth.

China Cement Imports

In August 2022, the amount of cement imported into China dropped sharply to 27K tons, with a decrease of -78.7% against July 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in April 2022 when imports increased by 92% against the previous month. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at 535K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to August 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cement imports shrank dramatically to $1.7M (IndexBox estimates) in August 2022. Overall, imports saw a sharp slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 when imports increased by 82% m-o-m. Imports peaked at 32K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to August 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

China Cement Imports by Type

In August 2022, portland cement, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured (26K tons) was the main type of cement supplied to China, with a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by aluminous cement ("ciment fondu"), whether or not coloured or in the form of clinkers (482 tons), with a 1.8% share of total imports. The third position in this ranking was taken by portland cement, white, whether or not artificially coloured (280 tons), with a 1% share.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of import of portland cement, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured amounted to -35.0%. With regard to the other supplied products, the following average monthly rates of growth were recorded: aluminous cement ("ciment fondu"), whether or not coloured or in the form of clinkers (-14.7% per month) and portland cement, white, whether or not artificially coloured (-8.2% per month).

In value terms, portland cement, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured ($1.3M) constituted the largest type of cement supplied to China, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by aluminous cement ("ciment fondu"), whether or not coloured or in the form of clinkers ($310K), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by portland cement, white, whether or not artificially coloured, with a 4.8% share.

China Cement Imports by Country

In August 2022, Vietnam (26K tons) was the main cement supplier to China, accounting for a approximately 97% share of total imports.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume from Vietnam stood at -34.3%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($1.3M) constituted the largest supplier of cement to China, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($346), with less than 0.1% share of total imports.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value from Vietnam amounted to -36.0%.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cement market in China. 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 23511210 - Portland cement
  • Prodcom 23511290 - Other hydraulic cements

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    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

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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    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. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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