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Belgium - Common Clays and Shales for Construction Use - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Belgium: Market for Clays For Construction and Industrial Use 2025

Market Size for Clays For Construction and Industrial Use in Belgium

In 2022, the Belgian market for clays for construction and industrial use decreased by -31.5% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption recorded a pronounced curtailment. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

Exports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use

Exports from Belgium

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of clays for construction and industrial use, when their volume decreased by -76.4% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 501%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then declined sharply in the following year.

In value terms, exports of clays for construction and industrial use shrank sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 539%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs 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 exports of clays for construction and industrial use from Belgium, with a combined 90% share of total exports. Spain, the UK and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 3.2%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +6.6%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for clays for construction and industrial use exported from Belgium were the Netherlands ($X), France ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined 71% share of total exports. Spain, the UK and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 10%.

Among the main countries of destination, Spain, with a CAGR of -4.7%, recorded 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 export price for clays for construction and industrial use amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -38% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas 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 Germany (-0.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Clays For Construction and Industrial Use

Imports into Belgium

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of clays for construction and industrial use, when their volume decreased by -31.6% to X tons. In general, imports continue to indicate a noticeable slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 43%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, imports of clays for construction and industrial use dropped markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 110% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of clays for construction and industrial use 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 +86.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest clays for construction and industrial use suppliers to Belgium were the Netherlands ($X), Germany ($X) and Spain ($X), together accounting for 85% of total imports. France, the United States, India and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 9.6%.

In terms of the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +32.8%, 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

In 2022, the average import price for clays for construction and industrial use amounted to $X per ton, declining by -17.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a pronounced downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 61% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 ($X per ton), while the price for India ($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 (+8.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of consumption of clays for construction and industrial use was Russia, comprising approx. 52% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of clays for construction and industrial use in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 4.3% share.
Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of production of clays for construction and industrial use, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, production of clays for construction and industrial use in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, sixfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.5% share.
In value terms, Germany, the Netherlands and the United States appeared to be the largest clays for construction and industrial use suppliers to Belgium, with a combined 63% share of total imports. Spain, the United Arab Emirates, France and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.
In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for clays for construction and industrial use exports from Belgium, comprising 43% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with a 15% share.
In 2021, the average export price for clays for construction and industrial use amounted to $269 per ton, surging by 7.6% against the previous year.
The average import price for clays for construction and industrial use stood at $45 per ton in 2021, falling by -7.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for clays for construction and industrial use 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:

  • Prodcom 08122250 - Common clays and shales for construction use (excluding bentonite, fireclay, expanded clays, kaolin and kaolinic clays), a ndalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, mullite, chamotte or dinas earths
  • Prodcom 08122255 -
  • Prodcom 08025560 -

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. 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 TRENDSThis 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. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. 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 EXPORTS
  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)
  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)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  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)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
  12. 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. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024

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