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Brazil: Common Clay Market 2024

Common Clay Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian common clay market shrank slightly to $X in 2022, falling by -2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a abrupt decline. Common clay consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Common Clay Production in Brazil

In value terms, common clay production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 38% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Common Clay Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2022, common clay exports from Brazil soared to X tons, surging by 302% on the year before. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, common clay exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a prominent expansion. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Italy (X tons), Uruguay (X tons) and Bolivia (X tons) were the main destinations of common clay exports from Brazil, with a combined 85% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Italy (with a CAGR of +117.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for common clay exports from Brazil, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bolivia ($X), with a 1.8% share of total exports. It was followed by Uruguay, with a 1.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Italy stood at +99.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bolivia (+23.3% per year) and Uruguay (+56.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average common clay export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 324% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a buoyant increase. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uruguay ($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 Chile (+30.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Common Clay Imports

Imports into Brazil

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of common clay decreased by -8.5% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a slight reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 32%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, common clay imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +92.8% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 44%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Portugal (X tons) were the main suppliers of common clay imports to Brazil, with a combined 83% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Portugal (with a CAGR of +107.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Spain ($X) and Portugal ($X) constituted the largest common clay suppliers to Brazil, with a combined 87% share of total imports.

Portugal, with a CAGR of +183.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average common clay import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by 47% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 70%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+36.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, China and the United States, together accounting for 47% of global production. Ukraine, India, Brazil, Germany, Turkey, Japan and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of clay to Brazil, comprising 50% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Argentina, with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 5.6% share.
In value terms, Belgium remains the key foreign market for clay exports from Brazil, comprising 35% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with a 16% share.
In 2021, the average clay export price amounted to $134 per ton, picking up by 9.5% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average clay import price amounted to $328 per ton, surging by 6.1% against the previous year.

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

Country coverage:

  • Brazil

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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  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. 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
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 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. 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
    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. 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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