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Bulgaria: Fireclay Market 2024

Fireclay Market Size in Bulgaria

For the eighth consecutive year, the Bulgarian fireclay market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 4.6% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption showed a remarkable increase. Fireclay consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Fireclay Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, fireclay production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by 56%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Fireclay Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2021, overseas shipments of fireclay increased by 145% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 233% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fireclay exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

North Macedonia (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of fireclay exports from Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in North Macedonia (with a CAGR of +5.0%).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Bulgaria, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by North Macedonia ($X), with a 15% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average fireclay export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 432% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a strong increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to North Macedonia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to North Macedonia (+4.5%).

Fireclay Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2021, supplies from abroad of fireclay increased by 24% to X tons, rising for the sixth year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, imports enjoyed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 988%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, fireclay imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 227% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Ukraine (X tons) was the main supplier of fireclay to Bulgaria, with a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey (X tons), with a 2.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ukraine amounted to +6.3%.

In value terms, Ukraine ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fireclay to Bulgaria, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 2.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Ukraine totaled +6.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average fireclay import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 83% 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 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Ukraine stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (0.0%).

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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, with a combined 38% share of global consumption. India, Russia, Brazil, Japan, Pakistan, Italy, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Spain, Nigeria and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising 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, together comprising 43% 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 Bulgaria?

In value terms, Ukraine constituted the largest supplier of fireclay to Bulgaria, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 2.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fireclay from Bulgaria?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates emerged as the key foreign market for fireclay exports from Bulgaria, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by North Macedonia $707), with a 15% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for fireclay in Bulgaria?

The average fireclay export price stood at $507 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 390% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fireclay in Bulgaria?

The average fireclay import price stood at $58 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fireclay market in Bulgaria. 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:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bulgaria
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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