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Algeria: Fireclay Market 2024

Fireclay Market Size in Algeria

The Algerian fireclay market declined remarkably to $X in 2021, shrinking by -66.8% 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). In general, consumption, however, posted a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Fireclay Exports

Exports from Algeria

In 2021, the amount of fireclay exported from Algeria skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 20% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports saw a perceptible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 232%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fireclay exports declined modestly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a precipitous shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 101%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Denmark (X tons) was the main destination for fireclay exports from Algeria, with a 68% share of total exports. Moreover, fireclay exports to Denmark exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Denmark amounted to +35.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (-16.0% per year) and Italy (+27.3% per year).

In value terms, Denmark ($X) remains the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Algeria, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 20% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Denmark totaled -1.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Italy (+0.6% per year) and Spain (-41.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fireclay export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -16.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 1.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (-21.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fireclay Imports

Imports into Algeria

Fireclay imports into Algeria contracted notably to X tons in 2021, shrinking by -70.2% on 2020. Overall, imports, however, posted a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 591%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fireclay imports contracted significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a notable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 410% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Ukraine (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of fireclay to Algeria, with a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, fireclay imports from Ukraine exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ukraine totaled +17.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (+18.7% per year) and Spain (+31.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest fireclay suppliers to Algeria were Ukraine ($X), the UK ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 89% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +13.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average fireclay import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 45% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a deep contraction. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (-12.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, together accounting for 38% of global consumption. India, Russia, Brazil, Japan, Pakistan, Italy, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of fireclay in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Ukraine and the United States, with a combined 43% share of global production. These countries were followed by India, Brazil, Russia, Japan, Pakistan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria, France and Canada, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of fireclay to Algeria?

In value terms, China, Ukraine and the UK were the largest fireclay suppliers to Algeria, with a combined 78% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fireclay from Algeria?

In value terms, Denmark $625) remains the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Algeria, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy $199), with a 20% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fireclay in Algeria?

In 2021, the average fireclay export price amounted to $176 per ton, which is down by -3.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fireclay in Algeria?

The average fireclay import price stood at $44 per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fireclay market in Algeria. 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 08122230 - Fireclay

Country coverage:

Algeria

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. 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. 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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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