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Bulgaria: Kaolin Market 2024

Kaolin Market Size in Bulgaria

In 2021, the Bulgarian kaolin market increased by 235% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption saw tangible growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Kaolin Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, kaolin production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 7.8%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2021, shipments abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, kaolin exports soared to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for kaolin exports from Bulgaria, with a 49% share of total exports. Moreover, kaolin exports to Turkey exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Egypt (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Romania (X tons), with a 7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turkey totaled +8.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Egypt (+1.8% per year) and Romania (-5.4% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X) remains the key foreign market for kaolin and kaolinic clays exports from Bulgaria, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Turkey totaled +15.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Egypt (+2.0% per year) and Italy (-6.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 9.7% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 11%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Egypt ($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 Turkey (+6.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2021, supplies from abroad of kaolin and kaolinic clays increased by 2.3% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, total imports indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +43.4% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 58%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, total imports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +55.7% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the UK (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin to Bulgaria, with a 78% share of total imports. Moreover, kaolin imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Czech Republic (X tons), ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Romania (X tons), with a 7.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK amounted to +3.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Czech Republic (+5.1% per year) and Romania (+69.4% per year).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinic clays to Bulgaria, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Czech Republic ($X), with a 9.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Romania, with a 4.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Czech Republic (+2.8% per year) and Romania (+30.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average kaolin import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 23% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild decline. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Romania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+31.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together comprising 44% of global consumption. Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Italy, the UK, Iran, Ukraine and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.
The countries with the highest volumes of kaolin and kaolinitic clays production in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, with a combined 47% share of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Turkey, the UK, Indonesia, Ukraine, Japan, Iran, Hungary, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Italy, which together accounted for a further 30%.
In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of kaolin and kaolinitic clays to Bulgaria, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Czech Republic, with a 5.2% share of total imports.
In value terms, the largest markets for kaolin and kaolinitic clays exported from Bulgaria were Turkey, Egypt and Italy, with a combined 48% share of total exports. Vietnam, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Greece and Syrian Arab Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.
The average kaolin and kaolinitic clays export price stood at $125 per ton in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year.
In 2020, the average kaolin and kaolinitic clays import price amounted to $102 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin 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.

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    • 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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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    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
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    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
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      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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