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Belgium: Common Clay Market 2024

Common Clay Market Size in Belgium

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Belgian common clay market, when its value decreased by -16.5% to $X. In general, consumption saw a perceptible descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Common Clay Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2022, overseas shipments of common clay decreased by -65.7% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 296%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

In value terms, common clay exports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 171% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), France (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main destinations of common clay exports from Belgium, with a combined 90% share of total exports. Spain and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 2.8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +18.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X), France ($X) and Germany ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for common clay exported from Belgium worldwide, with a combined 71% share of total exports. Spain and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 9%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Spain, with a CAGR of -3.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average common clay export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -8.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 27% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-9.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Common Clay Imports

Imports into Belgium

Common clay imports into Belgium contracted significantly to X tons in 2022, waning by -26.6% on 2021 figures. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 46%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, common clay imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 38% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of common clay imports to Belgium, together comprising 83% of total imports. France, India, the United States and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +165.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X), Germany ($X) and Spain ($X) appeared to be the largest common clay suppliers to Belgium, together accounting for 93% of total imports. The United States, France, India and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 6%.

India, with a CAGR of +128.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average common clay import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Ukraine, Spain, Italy, Japan, Brazil, Turkey, Germany, Pakistan and Canada, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of clays in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, with a combined 47% share of global production. Ukraine, India, Brazil, Germany, Turkey, Japan and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of clays to Belgium?

In value terms, the largest clay suppliers to Belgium were Brazil, the United States and the Netherlands, together accounting for 63% of total imports. Germany, France, India and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

What are the leading importers of clays from Belgium?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for clay exports from Belgium, comprising 39% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.4% share.

What is the average export price for clays in Belgium?

The average clay export price stood at $233 per ton in 2021, dropping by -3.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for clays in Belgium?

The average clay import price stood at $116 per ton in 2021, rising by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the common clay market in Belgium. 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:

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Country coverage:

Belgium

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belgium
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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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